Prospective Students
College of Science, Engineering, and Technology
Jackson State University’s degree options in Biology is designed to prepare students for graduate or professional studies, as well as for entering the job market. Students can elect to specialize in Environmental Science, Marine Biology, Pre-Health Careers(Dentistry, Medicine, Optometry, etc.), or Pre-Health Career Prerequisites (Pre-Dental, Hygiene, Pre-Nursing).
The Department has a cadre of highly qualified and committed faculty and staff to provide “deep quality” education and training in Biology and Biology-related disciplines. In consonance with the goals of the College of Science, Engineering & Technology (CSET), and the University, the Department of Biology is deeply committed to achieving a higher level of excellence in the quality, diversity and significance of the curriculum and programs of study.
Quality of Learning
The overarching goal is to provide students with a well-planned and diversified array of courses of instruction and preparation to seek and establish careers in Basic Sciences, Medical and Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Marine and Environmental Sciences, Public Health, and other Health Professions.
Quality of Service
On behalf of the JSU family we would like to invite you to explore the opportunities that we offer in the Department of Biology and the College of Science, Engineering and Technology. We hope you will select JSU for your learning and career endeavors and we look forward to serving you in the near future.
What To Expect
READY TO JOIN?
For more information, please contact us at (601) 979-2586 or submit your questions and requests to biologydept@jsums.edu. We look forward to meeting with you and seeing how our program can help you achieve your goals.