WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY · UNITED STATES
Bachelor of Science in Zoology
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At a glance
48 mo
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Bachelor's
Level
- Multiple specialized options including Pre-Veterinary and Pre-Medicine.Program Options
- Hands-on research opportunities with faculty.Research Experience
- Development of skills in research design, data analysis, and scientific writing.Skill Development
- Access to the Conner Museum of Natural History for study.Resources
- Preparation for graduate and professional schools.Career Preparation
- Small class sizes in advanced courses.Class Size
The Bachelor of Science in Zoology program at Washington State University provides a strong foundation in biological sciences with a focus on the study of animals. The program offers several options to tailor your studies, including a general option, an accelerated pre-veterinary option, and specific pre-professional tracks for veterinary, animal care, medicine, and dentistry. Students will engage with core concepts in organismal biology, genetics, ecology, and evolutionary biology, preparing them for advanced study or careers in various life science fields. The curriculum emphasizes research skills, data analysis, and scientific communication.
Curriculum
The Zoology program requires foundational courses in biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics, and statistics, along with specialized zoology topics. Students can choose from various options to align with their career goals.
- First Year
- Introductory Biology: Organismal BiologyBiology 106
- Introductory Biology: Cell Biology and GeneticsBiology 107
- Principles of Chemistry IChemistry 105
- Calculus for Life Scientists OR Calculus IMath 140 OR Math 170
- General Physics OR Physics for Scientists and EngineersPhysics 101 & 102 OR Physics 201 & 202
- Introduction to Statistical MethodsStatistics 212
- Subsequent Years
- General GeneticsBiology 301
- General Ecology OR Ecology of Health and DiseaseBiology 372 OR Biology 370
- Evolutionary BiologyBiology 395 OR Biology 403 OR Biology 405
- Principles of Chemistry IIChemistry 106
- Organic Chemistry IChemistry 345
- Statistical Methods in ResearchStatistics 412
Careers
Graduates with a Zoology degree are well-prepared for a variety of careers in medicine, research, conservation, and animal-related fields. The program's strong scientific and research training also supports further academic pursuits.
- Physician
- Dentist
- Therapist (Physical/Occupational)
- Veterinarian
- Animal Care Specialist
- Zoo Administrator
- Marine Park Administrator
- Fisheries Biologist
- Wildlife Biologist
- Conservation Manager
- Ecologist
- Environmental Assessor
- Biotechnology Professional
- Genetic Engineer
- Forensic Scientist
- Pathologist
- Policy Advisor
- Science Educator
- Science Writer/Journalist
Entry requirements
WSU GPA2.0 minimum for admission to the major.
Please refer to the WSU Catalog for detailed degree requirements. First-year students are advised to take two science or math classes (or one of each) plus two non-science classes per semester.
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Tuition and cost of attendance information should be obtained directly from Washington State University's official admissions and financial aid pages.