Undergraduate Arts & Sciences
Biology B.S.
Cells to ecosystems, with undergraduate research from year one and a strong pre-med advising track.
- Credential
- B.S.
- Duration
- 4 years
- Credits
- 124
- Format
- On campus
- Tuition
- $58,400 /yr
- Next start
- Aug 30, 2027
- Apply by
- Jan 15, 2027
Program overview
What this program is about
Biology majors join a research lab as early as their first spring. Our labs study cancer cell signaling, the microbiome and coastal ecology, and undergraduates co-author papers every year.
The pre-health advising office guides students toward medical, dental and PA school; 78% of our applicants were admitted to medical school last cycle, well above the national average.
Learning by doing
Every Campora program includes hands-on work outside the classroom — a co-op, a clinical placement, a residency, a studio project or faculty research. Boston is our campus: more than 600 employers and 30 hospitals are a short ride away.
- 94%employed or in grad school within six months
- $60,000median starting salary
- 22students in an average class
What you will learn
- Explain molecular, cellular and organismal biology
- Perform core lab techniques: PCR, microscopy, cell culture
- Design experiments and analyze results statistically
- Read and critique primary scientific literature
- Prepare for medical, graduate or industry careers
Curriculum
Your courses, term by term
124 credits across 8 terms. Course codes and credits as listed in the 2026–27 catalog.
Year 1 · Fall 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 101 | Principles of Biology I | 4 |
| WRT 101 | First-Year Writing Seminar | 4 |
| BIO 111 | Principles of Biology II | 4 |
| CAP 101 | Boston as Classroom (First-Year Seminar) | 4 |
Year 1 · Spring 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 121 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| MTH 140 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| BIO 201 | Organic Chemistry I | 4 |
| PHL 110 | Ethics and Society | 4 |
Year 2 · Fall 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 211 | Genetics | 4 |
| HIS 120 | American Histories | 4 |
| BIO 221 | Cell and Molecular Biology | 4 |
| COM 210 | Public Speaking | 4 |
Year 2 · Spring 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 301 | Microbiology | 4 |
| BIO 311 | Biochemistry | 4 |
| BIO 321 | Physiology | 4 |
| BIO 401 | Ecology and Evolution | 4 |
Year 3 · Fall 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 411 | Research in Biology | 4 |
| BIO 421 | Senior Thesis | 4 |
| BIO 3xx | Major elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
Year 3 · Spring 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
| BIO 3xx | Major elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
Year 4 · Fall 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 3xx | Major elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
| BIO 3xx | Major elective | 4 |
Year 4 · Spring 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
| BIO 3xx | Major elective | 4 |
Concentrations
Shape the degree around your interests
- 01
Pre-Medicine
Course sequence, MCAT preparation and clinical volunteering.
- 02
Molecular & Cell Biology
Lab-intensive path toward biotech and graduate school.
- 03
Ecology & Marine Biology
Field-based study on the New England coast.
Career outcomes
Where graduates go
- Research associate (biotech) Kendall Square hub $72,000
- Clinical research coordinator $64,000
- Physician (after M.D.) $240,000
- Laboratory technician $58,000
Median annual pay in Massachusetts, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics occupational data (2025), rounded.
Recent graduates work at
- Moderna
- Vertex Pharmaceuticals
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
- Broad Institute
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- Takeda
Admissions
What you need to apply
- Campora online application or the Common App
- Official high school transcript (college transcripts for transfer students)
- One counselor or teacher recommendation
- Personal essay, 250–650 words
- SAT or ACT scores optional (test-optional)
Deadlines
- Early Action
- Nov 1, 2026
- Priority scholarship
- Dec 1, 2026
- Regular Decision
- Jan 15, 2027
- Transfer students
- Mar 1, 2027
Tuition & aid
Cost and how to pay for it
| Tuition2026–27, full time | $58,400 |
|---|---|
| Student activity & technology fee | $1,180 |
| Campus housingdouble room | $13,900 |
| Meal planunlimited | $6,800 |
| Books & suppliesestimate | $1,200 |
| Estimated total per year | $81,480 |
Scholarships for this program
- $24,000/yrPresidential ScholarshipGPA 3.8 or higher, renewable
- $18,000/yrDean’s ScholarshipGPA 3.5 or higher, renewable
- up to $30,000Commonwealth Grantneed-based, filed with the FAFSA
Faculty
Who teaches you
I joined a cancer biology lab in my first spring and co-authored a paper by junior year.
FAQ
Questions students ask
Is there a pre-med program?
Pre-medicine is an advising track inside the Biology major (and open to any major). Advisors help with courses, the MCAT and applications.
How long does the program take?
4 years of full-time study. Students who bring AP or transfer credit can finish sooner.
When can I start?
The next start date is August 29, 2027. Apply by January 14, 2027 for priority review.
Can international students apply?
Yes. Campora is approved to enroll F-1 students; our International Student Office helps with the I-20 and arrival.
How do I pay for it?
91% of students receive grants, scholarships or employer support. File the FAFSA and use the net price calculator on the Tuition & Aid page.
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