Biology

With LVC’s Bachelor of Science in Biology undergraduate degree, you’ll make a lot of connections—between concepts and scientific disciplines, in research, and with career opportunities. Our comprehensive biology program curriculum prepares you to master coursework in the classroom, get hands-on in the lab and field, and develop skills in critical thinking, collaboration, presentation, and analysis.

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While pursuing your degree through LVC’s Biology program, you’ll get to learn from, and conduct research with, our award-winning faculty. We encourage interdisciplinary study and research to strengthen your scientific training and create a broad understanding of biology disciplines. Investigate genetic and environmental causes for diversity and develop a deep understanding of how environments affect health and the transmission of diseases. We also offer need-based Departmental Scholarships—check out our Scholarships and Grants page for more details.

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Research First

Get a Head Start as a Scientist

Every year, a select number of incoming LVC first-year students are accepted into Research First, an immersive summer program where you’ll work with faculty-led research teams. You’ll learn new laboratory techniques and get to know LVC students and faculty before beginning your college journey!

Fantastic Field Sites

Explore ecosystems, vegetation, and animal life in our on-campus greenhouses and field sites, transforming ponds, wetlands, creeks, and woods into your living classroom. Dive into real-world experience covering biological processes from the most basic cellular level to involved and interdependent systems.

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45%

of LVC biology majors go on to graduate or professional education

80%

acceptance rate for (8 of 10) Class of 2023 Medical School Acceptance Rate (National Average = 42% [Class of 2022])dentistry, Pharm D, optometry, and OT programs

100%

(3 of 3) Class of 2023 Dental School Acceptance Rate (National Average = 53.5% [American Dental Education Association])

100%

(3 of 3) Class of 2023 Pharmacy School Acceptance Rate (National Average = 89% [March 2023])

90%

(9 of 10) Class of 2023 Veterinary School Acceptance Rate (National Average = 10-15%)

100%

(3 of 3) Class of 2023 Optometry School Acceptance Rate (National Average = 74%)

62.5%

(5 of 8) LVC Five-year Physician Assistant Acceptance Rate (National Average = 31%)

Biology Career Opportunities

Excel in the wide world of science and biology-related careers. At LVC, we combine an in-depth study of biological sciences with courses in chemistry and physics to prepare you for the career of your choice. You’ll learn the broader skills employers seek, too—including critical thinking, collaboration, writing, presentation, and analysis.

Dentistry
Public Health Consultant
Genetic Counselor
Physician
Pharmacist
Microbiologist
Medical Writer

Neuroscientist
Physiologist
Veterinarian
Cancer Researcher
Optometrist
Ecologist
Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

In Their Words

Outcomes

I chose LVC due to the outstanding science program and the faculty who help students succeed in the workforce. If you put in the required work, your outcomes can be extraordinary.

Nick Huff ’26, Biology Major

Prepared

From my first semester of graduate school, I felt confident and well prepared by my LVC education. I am very thankful that LVC prepared me so well, particularly with the quantity and quality of the information being very similar to what I am learning now.

Daelyn Stabler ’23, Student, University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine

Mentorship

We have a beautiful campus and wonderful facilities, but the thing I like best about LVC is the people. There is nothing like getting to know the students and seeing them discover their passions.

Dr. Stacy Goodman, chair and professor of biology

I chose LVC due to the outstanding science program and the faculty who help students succeed in the workforce. If you put in the required work, your outcomes can be extraordinary.

Nick Huff ’26, Biology Major

Daelyn Stabler ’23, Student, University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine

We have a beautiful campus and wonderful facilities, but the thing I like best about LVC is the people. There is nothing like getting to know the students and seeing them discover their passions.

Dr. Stacy Goodman, chair and professor of biology

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