Program Description
Study in various areas, from molecular biology to natural history, is available to the student seeking preparation for teaching or for research in modern biology. LLU is a Christian, Seventh-day Adventist university, and values high quality education in the context of Christian belief and pursuit of a supportive relationship between faith and science.Program Length
2-5 YearsPossible Careers
Secondary and University Teaching, Fields of Ecology, Conservation, Environmental Sciences, Genetics, Marine Sciences, Natural Resources. Some areas of specialization are: animal behavior, animal physiology, molecular systematics, ecological physiology, behavioral ecology, conservation biology, marine biology, and paleontology.Application Deadlines
| Quarter | Application Open | Priority Deadline | Final Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn of 2024 | Aug 1, 2023 | Jan 1, 2024 | May 1, 2024 |
| Autumn of 2025 | Aug 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2025 | May 1, 2025 |
Admissions Requirements
Applicants must meet the general School of Medicine admission requirements. Expected undergraduate preparation includes a bachelor's degree with a biology major or equivalent from a regionally accredited college or university (minimum GPA 3.0), including the co-requisite courses listed under Prerequisites.Prerequisites
Precalculus (required) |
Calculus (recommended) |
Statistics |
General Chemistry (1year) |
Organic Chemistry (1year) |
Biochemistry (recommended) |
General Physics (1 year) |
20 quarter units from 2 or more of: |
Organic Chemistry |
Biochemistry |
General Physics |
Geology |
Some of these courses may be taken during residence at LLU, with the approval of the admissions committee.
Expected Cost of Attendance
Academic Year 2017-2018
| Year of Program: | Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,960 |
| Fees | $3,196 |
| Books & Supplies | — |
| Instruments | — |
| Misc (e.g., Boards, Licensing exam, Uniforms) | $14,100 |
| Total | $24,256 |
Notes
Many students in this program receive financial aid.Estimated Living Expenses
Academic Year 2017-2018, off campus, with a roommate
| Year of Program: | Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Months enrolled | 12 |
| Food and Housing | — |
| Transportation | — |
| Miscellaneous Personal Costs | — |
Notes
- Amounts are what a student can apply to borrow for the number of months shown in each academic year based on living off campus with a roommate and not with a relative.
- International students need to calculate 12 months of living expenses based on the numbers listed here.
- In general, to qualify for financial aid a student must be enrolled at least half time taking degree requirements. Half time is 6 units in a quarter for undergraduate programs and 4 units in a quarter for graduate programs.