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EIU Department of Biological Sciences

The primary mission of the Department of Biological Sciences is to provide an exceptional education to both undergraduate and graduate students.

If you have a passion for understanding how cells and living organisms function, and enjoy scientific experimentation and field or laboratory studies, then you should consider majoring in Biological Sciences. Biological Sciences is the study of living organisms (bacteria, algae, protozoans, fungi, plants, and animals). It is a large discipline that encompasses molecules and cells, organs and organ systems, organisms, populations, communities, and ecosystems. Biologists study cell and molecular Biological Sciences, genetics and evolution, organismal Biological Sciences, systematics and ecology, and behavior.



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Why Choose EIU for Biological Sciences

Research

Students in the Department of Biological Sciences are able to engage in research early in their college career which results in meaningful research and outcomes, participation in professional conferences and publications, thus preparing them to move into their selective fields upon degree completion.

Internships

Our students have a broad variety of paid and non-paid, unique and traditional internship opportunities available to them. While our students continue to intern at local sites such as Fox Ridge State Park, Douglas-Hart Nature Center and Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, newer partnerships and internship opportunities include participation and training in research at the City of Charleston Waste Water Treatment Plant and the Dr. Gordon Grado Pre-Medicine Internship Program.

Stellar Education. Small Classes.

All courses for students majoring in the biological sciences are taught by research active faculty. You’ll be able to meet and work with professional faculty early in your educational career. With small class size and a myriad of practical and field based experiences, you will leave Eastern Illinois University well prepared and well prepared in your field.

Teaching Option/Teacher Certification

The Secondary Science Teacher Certification Program at Eastern Illinois University provides students with an opportunity to prepare for a career as a high school science teacher. Our quality teacher education program is nationally accredited and gives the student practical experience in area districts. Successfully completing this course of study and passing the written certification examinations will allow candidates to teach a variety of high school science courses.

Undergraduate Programs

Biological Sciences

Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences students interested in botany, zoology, ecology and systematics, and cell and molecular Biological Sciences who want to pursue careers in Biological Sciences, including wildlife Biological Sciences, fisheries Biological Sciences, endangered species Biological Sciences, work in nurseries, garden centers, and zoo or become natural resources managers should pursue the Biological Sciences option. Click here for more information on this program.

Environmental Biological Sciences

The EVB is a Biological Sciences degree that specifically focuses on environmental issues. The interests of EVB majors cover a wide range of topics. Students in the program are interested in Natural Resources Management, Pollution, Ecology, Ecotoxicology, Conservation, Renewable Energy, Wildlife Rehabilitation and many, many other topics. Click here for more information on this program.

Health Professions

EIU offers pre-health-professions coursework to prepare students for admission to medical programs at other institutions. Click here for more information on this program.

Teacher Certification

The Secondary Science Teacher Certification Program at Eastern Illinois University provides students with an opportunity to prepare for a career as a high school science teacher. Successfully completing this course of study and passing the written certification examinations will allow candidates to teach a variety of high school science courses. Click here for more information on this program.

Meet our Faculty

Don't take our word for it

"EIU's education extends far beyond the classroom, providing strong, applicable skills I've continued to use past graduation and throughout my career. The sincerity and passion behind the professors has provided me with experiences I'll carry with me for a lifetime."

Paul Edwards, Environmental Toxicology (2012)

"There's so much out there waiting for you. So many opportunities to do research to find employment. Just go and explore everything that Eastern has to offer, because you won't find it anywhere else. It's really one of the best choices I've made.”

Jennifer Kim, Biological Sciences (2014)

"The small class sizes, hands-on lab experiences, and engaged instructors who consistently delivered detailed feedback on my scientific writing and career advice provided me with the best possible groundwork to be a successful neuroscientist.""

Apryl E. Pooley, Biological Sciences Bachelor's (2008), MS (2011)

"Whether it be through receiving prestigious summer research fellowships at several universities, internships, or performing honors research through the EIU Departmental Honors Program, I have developed professionally as a student of science and medicine.”

Nick Smith, Pre-Health Professions (2015)

Related Pages

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences MS in Biological Sciences PSM in GISci GISci Graduate Certificate

Contact Information

Dept. of Biological Sciences

Life Sciences Building - 2070 600 Lincoln Avenue Charleston, IL 61920
217-581-3126
Fax: 217-581-7141
biosci@eiu.edu


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