Biology and Human Biology

Two Biology Majors to Meet the Growing and Vital Worlds of Healthcare and Science

Our biology major will prepare you for a career in lab or field research environment, environmental education, biotechnology, forensic science, industry, science communication, bioregulation, advanced education and many other options, while our human biology major will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in clinical labs, medicine and to pursue advanced education. You even have opportunities to do undergraduate research and internships in the field. We have placed graduates into graduate programs and medical, dental, physical therapy, physician assistant and veterinary schools.

You also have the benefit of being able to earn your Bachelor of Science degree in human biology as a pre-physician assistant status student and your master of science in physician assistant studies in just five years with our combined tracks. These competitive programs have a limited number of spots available and some additional admission requirements, as noted on the program-specific pages linked above and below. Our multi-million dollar renovation to our math and science buildings provides the perfect environment you need to succeed.

Research Opportunities 

Students have the opportunity to engage in research while studying as a biology or human biology major at CSM. The course "BIO 268/269 - Environmental Biology" offers a hands-on and engaging approach to learning about environmental science. The class goes beyond traditional textbooks and lectures, allowing students to immerse themselves in nature and study biological principles in action. Students venture into local ecosystems, such as Little Papillion Creek, to collect data on pollution levels, analyze aquatic life, and understand the health of the environment. Read more about the research project in the Little Papillion Creek.