Bachelor's Degree in Biology

The Department of Biology and Chemistry offers a biology major with four tracks:

• Molecular bioscience
• Vertebrate structure and function
• Ecology and evolution
• Certification to teach biology at the secondary level

The department also offers a minor in biology.

Hands-On Experience Outside the Classroom

• Original research | All students have the opportunity to do original research with a faculty member. Students have a chance to present their research at regional and national conferences, and some have even travelled internationally.
• Summer research | Students may gain experience during summer research programs at major research institutions such as the Sowers Institute for Medical Research, University of Kansas, University of Missouri and Quintiles.
• Health care observation | Students preparing for a career in health care participate in shadowing experiences with health care professionals.
• Natural areas | Baker maintains the Baker Wetlands, the
  Ivan L. Boyd Arboretum and Ivan L. Boyd Woods for research and observation.

Preparation for Graduate School

About 60% of our biology majors go on to earn a master's degree or PhD or to earn an advanced degree in one of these fields:

Learn more about preprofessional programs.

Preparation for a Career

Baker biology graduates get jobs as:

• Science teachers
• Junior scientists in research labs and for the Environmental Protection Agency
• Wildlife biologists for Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks
• Park rangers Army Corps of Engineers

Students interested in the study of biology may also look into the following disciplines offered at Baker University’s Baldwin City undergraduate campus: