Biology and Chemistry Department

We're cultivating your critical thinking abilities to include the scientific process.
Biology and Chemistry students

We've got a wide variety of undergraduate courses in Biology and Chemistry for Biology majors, minors and non-majors seeking to expand their scientific knowledge and critical science inquiry skills.

Get a Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Bachelor of Science in Biology, Chemistry, or Chemistry with Initial Licensure in Secondary Teaching.

Learn about our Health Professions Meta Advising and Mentorship Program

Check out what one of our recent alums is doing in the Burg Blog

Learn about our
S-Stem Scholarship Program

Majors and Concentrations

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Biology

Foundational principles and the exploration of contemporary thinking about the nature of life.
Chemistry faculty and students in lab

Chemistry

Provides a foundational understanding for all areas of Chemistry.
AP Chemistry lab doing an experiment

Chemistry with Initial Teacher Licensure

Prepares tomorrow's educators to become high school chemistry teachers.
Students in lab with goggles and beakers

Biology with Initial Teacher Licensure

Prepares tomorrow's educators to become high school biology teachers.
students in genetics lab

Health Sciences

Addresses the increased interest in health professions and is designed to prepare you for pursuing post-graduate studies.
environmental bio students in river

Environmental Biology

Prepares for environmental careers including ecology research and environmental protection.
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Neuroscience and Behavior

Bridges biology and psychology to focus on the nervous system function and how it relates to behavior.
Bio lab student

Biotechnology

Illustrates the different aspects of biotechnology to prepare you for any career in the field.
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Biochemistry

Prepares you for further education in chemistry, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, veterinary medicine and other health professions.

Job growth and graduation rates according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

98%
graduation rate for biology and chemistry majors who participate in research
6%
job growth between 2020-2030 for chemists and materials scientists
7%
job growth between 2020-2030 for biological technicians

Minors

Course Rotation, Plan of Study, and University Catalog

More About Us

Meet Our Faculty

Biology and Chemistry Faculty

Pre-Professional Programs

LECOM Early Acceptance Program

Guarantee your acceptance to medical school at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) with one of three programs.

Health Professions Meta Advising and Mentorship Program

A program to assist students in pre-professional preparation for careers in the medical sciences.

Go Beyond the Classroom and a Look Inside the Courses

Students and teacher doing research for science class in Nashua River

Clubs and Organizations

Meet up with likeminded students for fun activities including movie nights, field trips, nature walks, in addition to informational talks and seminars.
Read more about: Clubs and Organizations
Student Stephanie Pelletier in laboratory doing research

Biology and Chemistry Courses and Events

Check out our blog to get a look inside our courses and events.
Read more about: Biology and Chemistry Courses and Events

I still think how grateful I am for the instruction I had at Fitchburg State. The kindness and dedication of my faculty members is a daily reminder of why I am doing what I am doing.

Rob Pijewski '15
Assistant Professor, Anna Maria College
News

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Questions? Get in touch!

Please reach out with any questions you might have, either though the contact information below or by contacting the department chair, Dr. Erin Rehrig at 978.665.3982.