Bachelor

of

Science

in

Biology

Pre-Professional

(BS.BIOP)

College of Arts and Sciences

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Biology Pre-Professional degree program allows you the flexibility to apply to graduate programs in the professional field of your choice.

Biology advisors will guide you to take courses that will prepare you to apply for dental school following graduation.

Program Courses Overview

Program Highlights

Applicable Core Areas

The B.S. degree requires a minimum of 40 required credits and at least one course from each of the following core areas: Growth/Development, Cellular/Molecular Biology, Physiological/Biochemical Principles, Environmental Biology, and Biological Theory.
Dental School Pathway

Barry graduates have gone on to study at dental schools such as Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE), University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, and School of Dentistry at University of California, San Francisco.
Varied Electives

The curriculum offers electives such as histology, embryology and parasitology; success in these topics will increase your competitiveness during the dental school application process.
Personal Attention

Specific admissions requirements for dental schools vary. Faculty and advisors will work with you to ensure you meet the requirements for the dental school of your choice.

Plan your academic journey with the confidence and ease that you have the support and resources you need to succeed, and discover the power of knowledge, exploration, and achievement at Barry University. These catalogs include course descriptions and required courses for specific academic programs.

Course Descriptions Graduation Requirements

In the time it takes to watch a movie, you can apply to attend Barry University. From application to graduation, we support you every step of the way. Apply anytime, anywhere. Barry University accepts applications on a rolling basis. However, it is in your best interest to apply as soon as possible. Some majors require extra information for acceptance into specific programs. See what you need to apply, since general admission doesn't guarantee acceptance into all majors.

As part of Barry's diverse, close-knit community of 3,000 undergraduates, you’ll grow and build lifelong relationships. With a 15:1 student to faculty ratio, you'll thrive thanks to individualized instruction and professors who are experts in their fields. The best part? You’ll leave college with the skills you need to succeed and little debt; we work to make school affordable through merit-based scholarships and financial aid.

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Start your application today. In just a few years, you'll graduate with a degree from a highly-respected, affordable university.

You can apply to Barry whenever it’s convenient for you. We accept applications on a rolling basis, but it’s always better to apply sooner than later. You’re considered a transfer applicant when you have at least 12 college level credits from a regionally accredited college or university. Remember, you may have to apply separately to specific programs, so please review the academic requirements for your intended major.

If you are an international student, applying as early as possible is in your best interest in order to allow ample time for immigration processing. Please note that general admission to Barry University does not guarantee acceptance into all academic majors. Also, please be aware that admission to Barry University does not guarantee that you will be granted a student visa by the United States Embassy or Consulate in your country of origin.

Transfer Students

Applicants who have at least 12 college level credits from a regionally accredited college or university would be considered a transfer applicant.

International Students

International students may be admitted to Barry University if they meet the University's admission requirements.

Financial Aid

If you’re a full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate, you may qualify for our merit-based scholarships with awards up to $17,000, based on your cumulative GPA and standardized test scores. Scholarships are available for freshmen (including test optional), transfers, and international applicants. Using your admissions application, we automatically determine your eligibility.

More than 90% of our students receives some form of financial assistance. Apply to see if you qualify for a full array of federal and state financial aid programs. Just submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Complete it as soon as possible since funds may be limited. Barry's federal school code is 001466. Curious about qualifying? Take a look at our Net Price Calculator.

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Cost of Attendance Tuition and Fees

Explore our scholarship system to see if you qualify for scholarships funded by alumni, private donors, corporations, and others.

You can use the Barry University Scholarship System to find other scholarship opportunities that you may be eligible to receive:

Answer as many questions as you like—the more questions answered, the more scholarships you’re matched to
Be automatically considered for many of the scholarships available at Barry University
Do a keyword search for scholarships and review the criteria to see if your qualifications are a match

The scholarships are funded through contributions from private donors, alumni, faculty, staff, parents, campus organizations, and corporations.

Barry University Scholarships