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Biological Sciences

Strengthen your major with a flexible foundation in the life sciences. Choose biology courses that support interests such as health, the environment, wildlife, biotechnology or laboratory research.

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Degree Level
Minor
Delivery
In Person

Why Study Biological Sciences at EIU?

  • Learn through hands-on, project-based coursework
  • Work closely with faculty in small class settings
  • Prepare for a wide range of careers across almost every industry
"My family has both attended and taught at Eastern so I was familiar with the positive culture and family here. I also knew that the bio department was great along with music opportunities."
Tristan Williams
Biological Science | Class of 2026
Tristan Williams, Biological Science at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Project-based coursework
  • Collaborative learning experiences
  • Opportunities for internships and applied work
Hands-On Experience, Biological Sciences students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The Biological Sciences minor gives you a flexible way to add meaningful study of living systems to another major. It is a fit if you are curious about life and want to support interests in health professions, environmental work, laboratory careers, science communication or graduate study.

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Gary Bulla
Professor
gabulla@eiu.edu
2025 Life Science
217-581-3499
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Elliott Zieman
Chair and Associate Professor
eazieman@eiu.edu
2070 Life Science
217-581-1976
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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