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Biology

Explore research and experiential learning opportunities through our multi-track program and prepare to excel in your chosen path.

AT A GLANCE

What You’ll Learn:

The breadth of the biological sciences and specialized knowledge for your program track.
Fundamental lab and research skills and how to evaluate biological data.

What You’ll Do:

Choose one of three program tracks: general biology, pre-health, or environmental biology.
Gain hands-on research experience in Bryant’s laboratories.

Where You’ll Go:

Careers in the health sciences, biomedical research, pharmaceutical science, environmental biology, and more.
Prestigious graduate and medical schools to further your career preparation.

Program Level: Undergraduate

Offered As: Major, Minor

College/School: Health & Behavioral Sciences

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Our Students

“Everyone is so welcoming, and they are ready to help you with whatever you need. My professors know me by name and what I want to do in my career and life. Bryant will make sure that you never feel alone or lost here.”

Ramsha Gul ’25

Major: Biology
Hometown: Uxbridge, M.A.

Jett Duval presents a research project to President Ross Gittell.

“I never realized I could do research as a career, and never thought I was capable of doing it until I came to Bryant. Now I want to get my Ph.D. in molecular biology or glycobiology.”

Jett Duval ’24

Major: Biology
Complementary Minors: Arts and Creative Industries, Management, Psychology,
Hometown: Northampton, M.A.

“Bryant has helped me succeed a lot academically. I’ve also built close relationships with my professors, who gave me research opportunities and furthered my understanding about biology. I don’t think I would have had as many of those opportunities in another school. I’ve been very grateful for that support.”

Taryn Rauff ’22

Major: Biology
Complementary Minors: Psychology, Human Resource Management
Hometown: Johannesburg, South Africa

Where Our Students Go

Graduates of our multiple-track biology program are prepared for a wide array of opportunities, including medical school, graduate programs in the health sciences, careers in the health sciences, biomedical research, physical therapy, biotechnology, pharmaceutical science, environmental biology, food science, and industrial research.

Alexion Pharmaceuticals
Boston Children’s Hospital
Brigham and Women’s Hospital
EpiVax Inc.
Hanna Instruments
Massachusetts General Hospital
Medtronic
Nike
Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital
University of Rochester Medical Center
Bryant University PA Program
Clarkson University
Duke University Nursing Program
MCPHS University
New York Institute of Technology
New York University Nursing Program
Northeastern University Doctoral Program
Syracuse University
Tufts University
Uniformed Services University
University of Birmingham Medical School
University of New Haven
University of Pennsylvania
University of Toledo Doctoral Program
URI Pharmacy Doctoral Program
UTHealth Dental School
Warren Alpert Medical School

Learn Through Experience

Internships and Career Advancement

Shadow and network with accomplished biology alumni in a range of health-related fields.
Secure a biology internship in one of many sectors through the Amica Center.
Engage with scientists during a 10-week paid summer fellowship funded by the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, or NASA.
Discuss career opportunities with recruiters from more than 400 organizations.

Research Opportunities

Participate in the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF).
Collaborate with faculty members on an independent research project or as a research assistant in one of Bryant’s many laboratories.
Participate in Bryant’s Research and Engagement Day (REDay).
Present a thesis or research topic through the Honors Program.

Clubs and Organizations

Active Minds
Colleges Against Cancer
Health Education Awareness Leader (HEAL)
Pre-Health Association

Physician assistant students work in the laboratory.

Physician Assistant Studies Program

As the demand for qualified healthcare professionals continues to grow in our home state of Rhode Island, Bryant University is committed to training outstanding physician assistants who can provide competent, patient-centered care across our community. To accomplish this, our Physician Assistant Studies program grants guaranteed interviews to Bryant undergraduate students who meet the admissions criteria. Pending a successful interview, two seats per year are reserved for qualified Bryant undergraduates to the PA program.

About This Program

Bryant’s biology program will prepare you for a variety of careers in the health sciences, biomedical research, physical therapy, biotechnology, pharmaceutical science, environmental biology, food science, and industrial research. You’ll gain hands-on laboratory and research skills while learning how to evaluate biological data, draw reasonable conclusions, and apply your conclusions to scientific problems. Choose from one of three program tracks:

General Biology
Pre-Health
Environmental Biology

Our emphasis on tailored tracks, combined with personalized mentorship from Bryant’s expert faculty members and pre-health advisors, will give you the opportunity to explore different professions throughout the field and find the right career path for you.

As a biology major, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with faculty on an independent research project or as a research assistant in one of Bryant’s state-of-the-art laboratories. Just a few of Bryant’s research opportunities include:

Developing antibacterial compounds that hold promise in the fight against drug-resistant bacterial infections.
Investigating measures to combat vaccine hesitancy through improved health communication strategies.
Dissecting and mapping neural mechanism in fruit flies to better understand the underlying causes of addiction.

Stand out from the competition by presenting your research at regional and national conferences. This critical experience will serve as a major differentiator as you apply to graduate school or begin your career after graduation.

Bryant’s high-quality biology program leads to many of our graduates going on to top graduate and pre-professional schools in medicine, dentistry, physical therapy, pharmacy, forensic science, molecular biology, and more. You can begin attaining direct patient contact hours required for post-graduate programs by taking an EMT course as early as your first year.

Through a special agreement, interested applicants from Bryant are guaranteed an interview with Western New England School of Pharmacy. Additionally, Bryant’s Physician Assistant Studies program grants guaranteed interviews to Bryant undergraduate students who meet the admissions criteria. PA programs include competitive and rigorous requirements. As a Bryant biology major, you’ll be well-positioned with the courses and experience you need to pursue your MSPAS degree. Pending a successful interview, two seats per year are reserved for qualified Bryant undergraduates to the PA program.