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Bachelor of Biology in Ecology
- Saint Leo, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A four-year biology degree with an ecology track taught largely in the field.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop discipline-specific knowledge and practical skills in Biology in Ecology. Apply relevant theories
- Methods
- And tools to academic and professional problems. Communicate evidence-based findings and solutions effectively. Prepare for further study or employment related to Biology in Ecology.
Career outcomes
- Conservation biologist
- Wildlife biologist
- Ecologist
- Research scientist
- Environmental scientist
- Marine biologist
- Field technician
- Park ranger
- Fisheries biologist
- Wetland scientist
- Environmental educator
- Teacher
Curriculum
- Four-year
- 120-credit biology major with an Ecology specialisation. Students complete the university's general education (University Explorations) plus biology requirements
- With outdoor fieldwork at Lake Jovita and coastal sites and faculty-led research. The page refers to the online catalog for the full course list.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school completion with official NACES credential evaluation
- Minimum 2.0/4.0 GPA (holistic review for borderline cases)
- Letter of recommendation
- Passport copy
- Certificate of Finance and bank statement for the I-20
- SAT/ACT not required. Nursing BSN is limited access.
Minimum GPA
2
Accepted academic background
Secondary school completion with official evaluation from a NACES-approved agency, Letter of recommendation, Passport copy, Certificate of Finance and bank statement for the I-20, SAT/ACT not required, Transfer credit evaluated.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 71
- PTE Academic 59
- Duolingo 105
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Graduation certificate when applicable
- Passport copy
- English proficiency evidence
- Financial documentation
- Program-specific supporting materials when required.
How to apply
- Check entry requirements and deadlines (official website the catalog lists priority dates of Jan. 1 for fall and Nov. 1 for spring. Apply online at official website 3. Upload passport copy
- Resume
- Unofficial transcripts with a NACES credential evaluation
- A letter of recommendation or statement of purpose
- English scores. No SAT/ACT required. Receive the offer and pay the 500 USD enrollment deposit. Submit the Certificate of Finance and a bank statement (last 6 months) to receive the I-20
- Then apply for the F-1 visa. Register with the Center for Global Engagement on arrival and attend mandatory orientation.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $36,380 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $1,000 USD |
Program details
| Campus | University Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Arts, Sciences, And Allied Services |
| Department | Biology |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | Saint Leo University may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program 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 $36,380 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $1,000 USD. The estimated living cost is $22,720 USD.
The minimum GPA is 2. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 71, PTE Academic 59, Duolingo 105.