Biological Science, AS

Overview

Narrative

Are you interested in pursuing a bachelor's degree in Biological Science? Are your career goals in the areas of medicine or scientific research? Northampton's Biological Science program is an affordable way to start. With a curriculum that parallels the first two years of most four-year programs, NCC can save you thousands of dollars on your undergraduate degree.

NCC's program can be customized to prepare you for the range of majors and fields that are based in biological sciences, including environmental sciences, genetics, molecular biology and more. By working closely with an advisor, you can choose the right electives, and stay on track with the requirements of the transfer college of your choice.

Features

Northampton has dual admissions agreements with a variety of colleges. These arrangements enable you to have admission to Northampton and the four-year institution you select. You will receive close advising, and, based on your performance, our agreements guarantee your easy transfer of credits. NCC also offers a transfer agreement with schools that belong to the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE), Pennsylvania State University-Berks/Lehigh Valley and State University of New York-College of Environmental Sciences and Forestry.

Requirements

We expect you to have an adequate background in English, chemistry and algebra. If you need to develop this background, you may take the necessary preparatory classes prior to, or during your first semester.

Notes

Please note that General Ecology, Environmental Biology, Microbiology and Genetics are each offered once per academic year at both the Bethlehem and Monroe campuses. Organic Chemistry I is only offered in the Fall semester and Organic Chemistry II is only offered in the Spring semester at the Bethlehem campus

Career Potential: Leading to transfer degrees for careers in: Research, Teaching, Medicine, Forestry Management, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Technology, Environmental Studies, Veterinary Medicine

NCC students have transferred to: Cedar Crest College, East Stroudsburg University Florida Institute of Technology, Kutztown University, Millersville University, Moravian College Pennsylvania State University, Rochester Institute of Technology, Temple University, University of Colorado, West Chester University, Many others nationwide