The Biology Major boasts over 200 upper-level course choices to customize your study of the living world.
The Biology major provides broad knowledge of biology and the scientific process. It is a great choice for students interested in careers in any biological science or health profession.
Most Biology students engage in independent research.
The Biology major is designed for students who are interested in a broad exposure to the concepts and methodologies of the biological sciences, as well as those interested in a more specific sub-discipline. It is a great choice for students interested in post-graduate careers in any biological science or health profession. It is also appropriate for students who think that a good knowledge of biology and the scientific process will help them in a non-biological career. This major may be completed in the College of Agricultural & Life Sciences or the College of Letters & Science. This comparison table can help you decide which college is the best fit for your academic goals and interests.
The Evolutionary Biology Named Option allows biology majors to concentrate their studies in evolution and to have this reflected on their transcript. Since there is no evolutionary biology major available at UW–Madison, this is the only mechanism to indicate specialization in this rapidly growing and popular field.
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- Biology Major Courses by SemesterThe Biology Major has over 200 choices for upper-level breadth courses in the… Read more: Biology Major Courses by Semester
- Biology Major Research Workshop – November 12, 2026Interested in undergraduate research but not sure where to start?
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