University of South Florida
University of South Florida

4202 E. Fowler Avenue, Tampa, Florida, USA

Bachelor of Science - Biology - Medical Biology

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Summary

The Bachelor of Science in Biology provides a broad, robust foundation in the biological sciences. It prepares students for graduate programs in biology (e.g. zoology, botany, conservation biology, microbiology, marine biology, ecology and evolution) as well as professional degrees in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine and pharmacology, or biology careers with industry and government agencies. The program emphasizes the development of critical thinking and communication skills, as well as competency in experimental design, data analysis and methodology for lab and field research. The concentrations allow students to focus coursework according to their interests. A wide range of skill-building opportunities are available to students through undergraduate research, internships, study abroad, service learning, and field courses.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

Grade 12 / High School

Minimum GPA

77%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

10

Writing

10

Listening

10

Speaking

10

Program Intakes

Open date

July 1, 2026

Submission deadline

November 1, 2026

Open date

November 1, 2026

Submission deadline

March 1, 2027

Open date

February 1, 2027

Submission deadline

June 1, 2027

Cost and Duration

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Level

4 year bachelor's degree including an optional internship

Program Length

$12622 USD

Cost of Living

$30 USD

Application fee

$17324 USD / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

International Health Insurance Fee: $3,062 per year
Books and Supplies Fee: $770 per year