Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Biology - Life Science (Teaching)] From Winona State University

Students must be admitted to the Teacher Education Unit before taking Professional Education courses. This process is competitive; the number of students admitted each semester is limited. Admission is based on grades (2.75 GPA), passing Basic Skills Exams and other measures.

Biology offers thriving career options. A degree in biology lays the foundation for a bright future in a wide variety of areas. Many positions that require a background in biology are growing areas of the job market. The need for physicians and surgeons is expected to increase by about 18% over the next decade. WSU's pre-professional training of doctors, nurses, veterinarians, and clinical lab scientists (CLS) will develop fundamental knowledge, as well as provide hands-on practical skills using the latest equipment required to be successful.

Program Features

• Opportunity to study in the Driftless Zone, an area bypassed by continental glaciers resulting in untouched topography.
• State-of-the-art laboratory and research facilities are equipped with instruments that are available for hands-on use by students both as part of the laboratory section of their biology courses and in their individual research projects.
• Large River Studies Center provides WSU biology students the opportunity to conduct research on the large river ecosystems and associated bodies of water.
• Large greenhouse located on campus to help students.
• Highly engaged faculty from around the globe with international affiliations.
• In collaboration with Winona Health Hospital, a new opportunity for students to perform the latest hands-on clinical research.?