School Of Science
Empowering Minds, Illuminating Futures.
"In science, there are no shortcuts to truth."
Welcome to the School of Science, where curiosity knows no bounds and discovery is our guiding star. With a rich tapestry of disciplines ranging from physics to biology, chemistry to astronomy, we are dedicated to unraveling the mysteries of the universe.
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
The Biological Sciences programs will give you a greater understanding of the science behind life with a core curriculum that explores all aspects of biology.
- Human Microbes and Health
- Marine Ecosystem Sustainability
- Hormones and Behavior
- Stem Cell Biology
- Strong academic record at the college level. In general, competitive applicants have at least a minimum GPA of 3.5.
- CALS Required Coursework should be completed or in-progress with a “B” or better before applying.
- The most competitive applicants are full-time students who have met the GPA and course requirements.
ASTRONOMY
As an astronomy major, you’ll gain in-depth knowledge about the nature of the universe, with thorough preparation in physics and mathematics.
- From New Worlds to Black Holes
- Planets, Exoplanets and the Origin of Life
- Galaxies Across Cosmic Time
- Physics of Black Holes, White Dwarfs and Neutron Stars
- Science Educator
- Lab Technician
- Software Engineer
- Intern
BIOLOGY & SOCIETY
The Biology & Society major is an interdisciplinary major that allows students to combine the study of the biological sciences with courses that explore the ethical aspects of modern biology.
- Ethical Issues in Health and Medicine
- Introduction to the History of Medicine
- Ethics and Environment
- Plagues and People
- Research Data Specialist
- Ophthalmic Assistant
- Clinical Research Coordinator
- Clinical Research Coordinator
- Patient Service Representative
- Quality Assurance Associate
- Clinical Research Coordinator
CHEMISTRY & CHEMICAL BIOLOGY
As a chemistry and chemical biology major, you’ll learn logical thinking and creative problem solving and can either dive deep following a traditional curriculum or pursue a flexible program that may be ideal for those with alternative career goals.
- Entrepreneurship in Chemical Enterprise
- Introduction to Quantum Chemistry
- Information Literacy for the Physical Scientist
- Chemistry of Natural Products: Combinatorial Chemistry
- Core courses cover:
- Introductory Chemistry (combined lecture and laboratory),
- Organic Chemistry (lecture and one core laboratory course),
- Inorganic Chemistry (lecture course),
- Physical Chemistry (lecture and one core laboratory course),
- Calculus (lecture), and
- Physics (combined lecture and laboratory);
- Upper-level laboratory courses; and
- Upper-level electives in chemistry, chemical biology, and related areas
ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY
As an Environment & Sustainability major, you will receive interdisciplinary training in environmental science and studies, developing integrated approaches to address environmental and sustainability issues.
- Research Coordinator
- Workplace Health and Safety Specialist
- Field Research Technician
- Environmental Scientist
- Environmental Analyst
- Climate Change and Sustainability Service Staff
- Food Education Service Member
- Environmental Fellow
- Energy Consulting Associate
- Scientist in Park Intern
- Environmental Biology & Applied Ecology
- Environmental Economics
- Environmental Humanities
- Environmental Policy & Governance
- Land, Air & Water Resources
- Develop a customized concentration
COGNITIVE SCIENCE
Cognitive Science is an interdisciplinary field that studies the fundamental workings of cognition and the mind. It investigates perception, action, language, knowledge, development, and thinking from multiple perspectives—theoretical, experimental, and computational—with the aim of gaining a better understanding of human cognition and the nature of intelligent systems.
- Language Science
- Evolution and Development
- Computational Cognitive Science
- Cognitive Neuroscience
- Mind and Culture
Majors are required to take three core courses that provide introductions to cognitive science and relevant methods, as well as a selection of upper-level courses that provide interdisciplinary breadth and depth within the field. Students have the opportunity to participate in lab/field/independent study and complete an honors thesis. The major requires 40 credits, comprising of at least 12 courses. All courses must be taken for a letter grade. Students must earn a grade of C- or better to count a course toward the major.
Introductory Core (3 courses)
- COGST 1101 – Introduction to Cognitive Science (crosslisted) OR
- COGST 2200 – The Human Brain and Mind: An Introduction to Cognitive Neuroscience (crosslisted)
PHYSICS
As a physics major, you’ll develop analytical and problem solving skills while being able to customize your studies. You’ll take a common core set of courses and can then choose a concentration that complements the core, such as physics, or an interdisciplinary concentration such as chemical physics, geophysics, astrophysics, biophysics, applied, etc.
- Physics of Musical Sound
- Introduction to Special Relativity
- Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics
- Geometric Concepts in Physics
- Software Engineer
- Software Developer
- Engineering Analyst
- Marketing Specialist
- Health Analyst
- Software Engineer
- New Product Development Analyst
STATISTICAL SCIENCE
As a statistical science major, you’ll take an interdisciplinary academic approach to the study of empirical quantitative reasoning in its scientific and social context, through three themes: mathematical, computational and applied statistics.
- Statistical Data Mining
- Applied Linear Models
- Computational Statistics
- Biological Statistics
42% of statistical science graduates secured employment, and the majority entered sectors in financial services (43%), consulting (27%), and technology (13%). Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, Ernst & Young, and Morgan Stanley were the top 2022 employers.
What Your Adventure in School Of Science Holds
Unleash Your Potential and Explore the Wonders of Science!
- Embark on a journey of exploration
- Where experimentation leads to breakthroughs
- Curiosity fuels discovery, and collaboration fosters innovation.
What You Get
Empowering Minds, Illuminating Futures.
- Unparalleled Research Opportunities
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Preparation for Success