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Bachelor of Science in Biology

University of Charleston (Removed)

USA,West Virginia

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 31,400/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 25

Application Fee

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USA, West Virginia

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1888

Total Students: 2,620 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

2300 MacCorkle Ave SE, Charleston, WV 25304, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Science in Biology

Program Overview

The Biology program at UC provides a rigorous curriculum grounded on a variety of biological disciplines (organismal biology, molecular biology, environmental science and biomedical science), along with intensive laboratory courses, field work, experiential learning, and research opportunities. By the time our students graduate, they will be equipped with the theoretical and practical skills necessary to be competitive and successful applicants for employment or admission to professional or graduate school in the biological, medical or environmental sciences.

We foster a student-centered atmosphere where student learning, discovery, and selfreflection are embedded throughout the curriculum. Innovation, analytics and critical thinking are cultivated by providing opportunities for independent research projects both inside and outside of the curriculum. Most of our upper division courses are inquirybased courses which help in bridging the gap between understanding foundational biological concepts to practicing scientific inquiry. Our strong biology curricular core is complemented by foundational chemistry, physics and mathematics courses which ensure our graduates are not only well rounded in the natural sciences but have acquired the necessary requirements for any professional and graduate program. Our diverse faculty is dedicated to excellent teaching, service in all areas and to research. Our departmental teaching philosophy is based on the belief that using a combination of passive and active learning activities in small class sizes will help develop self-regulated independent students who will be life-long learners. In addition, our facilities, laboratories and equipment support this teaching philosophy.

The biology program offers 4 concentrations listed below. Each area requires at least 16 credits hours. These credits are in addition to the core requirements, the major requirements and the General education requirements and count towards the 120 credit hours needed to complete the bachelor’s degree. These concentrations help students to provide structure to electives, develop in their fields of interest and provide expertise in a field within biology for students seeking admission to post-baccalaureate programs or
employment.

The concentrations are:

General Biology
Biomedical Sciences
Environmental Biology
Data analytics

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 25

Tuition Fee

CAD 31,400 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in University of Charleston (Removed)

CAD 20,032 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 61
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 54.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent.

Minimum CGPA Required: 55.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Through our generous merit and need-based institutional scholarships and grants, a UC education is more affordable and a better value.
In order to be considered for scholarships and financial aid at the University of Charleston, domestic students are required to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Undergraduate Academic Scholarships for incoming students (2022-23)

GPA Range	Tuition Scholarship	Room and Board Scholarship	Total for Residential Students
4.0	$15,000	$5,000	$20,000
3.50-3.99	$12,500	$4,000	$16,500
3.00-3.49	$10,000	$3,000	$13,000
2.50-2.99	$7,500	$2,000	$9,500
2.25-2.49	$5,000	$1,000	$6,000

University of Charleston Scholarships 2022-2023
*The scholarships listed here are for Charleston campus undergraduate students only. (excludes ADN & OTA programs).

Additional Scholarship Information

Scholarship award amounts and requirements are subject to change at the discretion of the University.
The University retains the right to make final decisions about combinations of awards.
Award levels may change depending on residential status (on-campus or off-campus).

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.