The general biology option is designed for students who wish to prepare for fields requiring a general background in biology or to follow preprofessional curricula for which general preparation in biology is required or recommended. The major requires additional coursework in chemistry and mathematics as well as coursework to complete a minor in any discipline. This option is particularly popular with students who have other interests besides the sciences for study.  Some of the more popular minors include psychology, geography, earth systems sustainability and business.

Admission Requirements

• Minimum Level of Education Required: Grade 12 / High School
• Min GPA: 60.0% Convert grades
• English Proficiency Requirements:
  For direct admission, applicant must be from an English speaking country or meet either of the following English test scores:

  • Min TOEFL iBT: 61

  • Min IELTS overall: 5.5

  • Min Duolingo English Test Score: 90

  • Min PTE overall: 46

  Applicants interested in applying for direct admission, but are yet to complete an acceptable language test, can do so, but must provide valid results before receiving a final offer letter.

  For conditional admission, instead of submitting language proficiency test scores, applicants may complete English courses prior to the academic program. The length of the English course is determined based on the applicant's level of English proficiency.

Other fees:

• University Fee: $900 per semester
• Books and Supplies Fee: $900 per semester
• Insurance Fee: $1334 per year

* Note: Additional fees may apply
** All fees are subject to change without notice