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Bachelor of Biological Sciences in BA

Missouri University of Science and Technology

Rolla, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Four-year on-campus Bachelor of Arts programme in biological sciences at Missouri S&T in Rolla.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Apply core theories and methods in Biological Sciences in BA
Strengthen skills in health and life sciences
Evidence-based practice
Communication and ethical decision-making
And present well-supported conclusions in academic or professional settings.

Career outcomes

Biologist
Geneticist
Ecologist
Microbiologist
Biomedical Scientist

Curriculum

Four-year on-campus bachelor of arts degree programme of at least 120 credit hours. At least 30 hours of biology core
Then electives in cell and molecular biology
Ecology and conservation
Or health sciences
A C or better is required in biology courses. Full requirements are listed in the undergraduate catalog.

Entry requirements

Academic

First-time freshmen: secondary school graduate with no prior post-secondary study
ACT or SAT optional
Core GPA below 3.2 may be asked for extra documents. Transfer: 2.50 cumulative GPA from a regionally accredited institution. English proof required.. Entry grade detail: No published minimum for international first-time freshmen
Core GPA below 3.2 may be asked for extra documents
Transfer: cumulative GPA 2.50 on a 4.0 scale.

Accepted academic background

Secondary school graduate who has not enrolled at a post-secondary institution (first-time freshman), Transfer students from a regionally accredited institution with 2.50 cumulative GPA, ACT/SAT optional.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 4.5
PTE Academic 58
Duolingo 115
Cambridge 176

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts.

How to apply

Check the requirements and recommended deadlines for international first-time freshmen: Fall April 1
Spring October 1
Rolling review. Apply online with the S&T or Common Application
Choosing a specific major
state F-1 or J-1. Upload unofficial transcripts
English and optional ACT/SAT scores and an optional statement. After an offer
Send official transcripts to apply@mst.edu. Receive the I-20 or DS-2019 and apply for the student visa.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$38,895 USD
Application fee	$75 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	Rolla
Faculty or school	College of Arts, Sciences, and Education
Department	Biological Sciences
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Institution-level scholarship eligibility may vary by academic record, Applicant category and chosen program, Confirm current award terms.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
1 Oct 2026
Closed
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Apr 2027
139 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.