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Selective Major

All Biological Sciences majors are selective to restrain continued growth in the number of students pursuing these majors. This allows the School of Biological Sciences to continue to offer the highest quality academic program to our students, and avoid delays in time to degree due to lack of capacity in our laboratory and lecture courses.

Admission

Criteria

Students are considered for admission based on specific criteria

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Application Filing & Deadlines

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions about the Selective Major admission process

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Statistics

In 2017-18, 2018-19, 2019-20, 2020-21, 2021-22, 2022-23, and 2023-24 the School received an average of 100 applications per quarterly cycle and was able to offer admission to all applicants who met Selective Major admission criteria. While students can use this information to estimate chances of being admitted, meeting all eligibility criteria does not guarantee admission. Admission outcomes (e.g. the number of applicants, available seats, etc.) can change each quarterly application cycle.