SCIENCE IN THE CITY

Biology encompasses the study of the origin, development, structure, function and distribution of all living organisms. It is one of the fastest growing scientific fields. Emerging areas of bioinformatics and biotechnology make it an exciting area of study.

ABOUT BIOLOGY

The Medical Science concentration in Biology's M.S. program has a medical school acceptance rate of 90%.

The Biology Department offers a dual B.S./M.S. program where students can get both degrees within five years.

Explore Our Academic Programs

Bachelor's Program

Just getting started? The Bachelor of Science in Biology program prepares students for careers in basic laboratory research as well as education in school systems.

M.S. in Biology

Looking to advance your career? The Master of Science in Biology program prepares graduates for careers in the bio-sciences or in preparation for a further professional degree.

M.S., Medical Sciences in Biology

The Master of Biology Medical Sciences Program (MBMS) is designed to help students be better prepared to apply to medical school and succeed in the tough first year of coursework. Our program graduates have a 90% acceptance rate into medical school.

Doctoral Program

Want to do research? The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biology program leads to a research and/or teaching career at a university. Graduates may also work in the bioscience industry.

Researchers Boost COVID-19 Testing

Julia Hilliard, a biology professor and director of the Viral Immunology Center at Georgia State, said her lab has been processing nearly 300-500 tests per day since mid-April and will scale up slowly to a capacity of testing 1,000-1200 samples per day, which would make it one of the largest coronavirus testing operations in the state.

Recent News

Biology Professor Yuan Liu to Bring Novel Cancer Treatment Closer to Clinical Trial

Published December 3, 2019 in Georgia State News Hub

Georgia State professor Yuan Liu has developed a novel form of immunotherapy that has the potential to provide long-lasting protection against any type of cancer.read more ❯

Critical Protein That Could Unlock West Nile/Zika Virus Treatments Identified by Researchers

Published November 5, 2019 in Georgia State News Hub

The findings by a Georgia State biologist and his research group could present new treatment strategies for viruses that can infect the central nervous system, triggering an immune response.read more ❯