Overview
Biologists study life from multiple perspectives: from the molecular function of cells to the anatomy and physiology of plants and animals, the evolution of populations and the ecological interactions between species and their environments. Two advantages of choosing SUNY Oneonta for your undergraduate biology degree: our 4+1 BS-MS Biology program, and our 2,600-acre Biological Field Station for in-depth, hands-on research.
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Career Opportunities
From agricultural researcher to zoologist, there are so many things you can do with a biology degree! Here’s a sampling of careers our biology grads are pursuing.
Requirements
See the list of required courses and a sample plan of study for your next four years.
Hands-On Learning
Immerse yourself in field studies on and off campus, pursue research independently or in a faculty-led research lab, or join one of our many biology-related student clubs! Our 2,600-acre Biological Field Station at our Cooperstown Campus on the shores of Otsego Lake offers uncommon opportunities for hands-on research and exploration, with access to bogs, marshes, ponds, a lake, an upland forest, meadow and more.
Prepare for Health Careers
Interested in life science research, doctoral programs in medicine, veterinary medicine and optometry, or professional programs in nursing, Physician Assistant or physical or occupational therapy? We offer a variety of degree partnership programs with health care professional schools, and students interested in careers in the health care industry receive specialized guidance through the Office of Health Careers.
Teach Biology
Future middle or high school biology teachers will complete a dual major in Biology and Adolescence Education: Biology.
Meet Biology Students and Faculty
See what sets our program apart, and get a sense of what it’s like to be a Biology major at SUNY Oneonta.
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108 Ravine Parkway
Oneonta, NY 13820
United States