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Bachelor of Biology in Biology Professions
- Naperville, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Bachelor of Arts in Biology (Biology Professions Track) is a four-year on-campus degree at North Central College in Naperville, Illinois.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core knowledge and methods in Biology (Biology Professions Track). Analyze relevant problems
- Communicate evidence-based solutions
- And use appropriate professional or academic practices.
Career outcomes
- Hospital and healthcare work
- Environmental agencies
- Laboratories
- Aquarium and arboretum roles
- Teaching
- Pharmaceutical research
- Graduate and professional school
Curriculum
- Starts with a research course
- Then cells and systems
- Genes and genomics
- Ecology and evolution
- Biostatistics
- Chemistry
- Physics and calculus
- Followed by advanced courses in a chosen track
- A career-readiness seminar and capstone or funded summer research with faculty mentors
Entry requirements
Academic
- First-year: official high school transcript (past three years)
- GPA 3.0 preferred
- Personal statement and proof of English proficiency. Transfer: previous college transcripts. Applicants who are not US citizens or residents
- Need F-1 status or last attended an institution outside the US apply as international students.
Minimum GPA
3
Accepted academic background
High school diploma or recognised equivalent (first-year), Previous college or university study (transfer).
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- PTE Academic 58
- Duolingo 120
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Proof of Identity or Passport
- English Proficiency Evidence Where Applicable.
How to apply
- Check the requirements and rolling-review timing on the international undergraduate page through the official website. Apply online as an international first-year or transfer student. Submit the official high school transcript (past three years)
- Personal statement and proof of English proficiency (TOEFL
- IELTS
- PTE
- Duolingo
- SAT/ACT
- Or the Intensive English or Excel route). After the offer
- Pay the 100 USD tuition deposit (and 100 USD housing deposit if living on campus)
- Both non-refundable. Receive the Form I-20 and apply for the F-1 student visa with proof of funds. Attend International Student Orientation.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $48,744 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Naperville |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Arts & Sciences |
| Department | Department of Science |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 128 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | Scholarships, Bursaries, Or merit awards may be available to eligible students at North Central College. Eligibility, Award value, And application deadlines vary by scholarship and intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
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Program starts
August 2027
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
Tuition is $48,744 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $20,255 USD.
The minimum GPA is 3. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE Academic 58, Duolingo 120.