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A Pre-Med focused Bachelor of Science degree in Biology caters to students interested in the medical field. Students receive the necessary health sciences education and experience to gain a competitive edge when applying to medical school. Graduates of the program typically go on to attend medical school, earn their doctorate degree, and practice medicine in a healthcare setting.
In this program, students need to maintain high science and overall grade-point averages. Students will also participate in healthcare activities such as Interprofessional Education, shadowing clinicians, working in a healthcare facility, or related service-learning projects. Students also have opportunities to participate in research related experiences. Altogether, opportunities in and outside of the classroom help students develop a well-rounded understanding of the health sciences and create a competitive med school application.
My education at Mercy shaped me in ways that no other school could.While completing the Radiologic Technology program I was inspired to pursue medical school. I would not have been successful if it weren't for the quality of Mercy College's Biology program and the individual attention I received. I'm grateful for the life-long connections and all of the support enabling me to become a physician in the Mercy system.”
Bachelor of Science in Biology ‘15
The Biology program's flexible design supports each student's individual career goals. The curriculum incorporates courses covering a range of maths and sciences. In each course, expect personal attention and 1:1 support from experienced faculty.
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 205 | General Biology I | 5 |
| CHM 210 | General College Chemistry I | 5 |
| ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| HSC 100 | Introduction to Health Careers | 3 |
| Total Hours | 16 | |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 206 | General Biology II | 5 |
| CHM 211 | General College Chemistry II | 5 |
| ENG 102 | English Composition II | 3 |
| PSY 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Total Hours | 16 | |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 220 | Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| MTH 150 | Calculus | 4 |
| PHS 220 | College Physics I | 4 |
| GEN | General Education Course in Arts, Humanities, Culture and Diversity - Religious Studies | 3 |
| Total Hours | 15 | |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 221 | Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| BIO 240 | Career Topics for Biology Majors | 1 |
| MTH 140 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| PHS 221 | College Physics II | 4 |
| SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| Total Hours | 15 | |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 200 | Science in the News | 2 |
| BIO 290 | Pathophysiology | 3 |
| CHM 320 | Organic Chemistry I | 5 |
| SOC 211 | Cultural Diversity | 3 |
| Total Hours | 13 | |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 210 | Microbiology | 4 |
| BIO 336 | Genetics | 4 |
| CHM 321 | Organic Chemistry II | 5 |
| REL 290 | Medical Ethics | 3 |
| Total Hours | 16 | |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 350 | Biology of Human Reproduction | 3 |
| BIO 410 | Cell Biology | 4 |
| BIO 430 | Principles of Ecology | 4 |
| PSY 201 | Lifespan Psychology | 3 |
| GEN | Elective | 1 |
| Total Hours | 15 | |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 400 | Service Learning in Biology | 2 |
| BIO 420 | Histology | 4 |
| CHM 410 | Biochemistry | 5 |
| GEN 300/400 level | General Education Course | 3 |
| Total Hours | 14 | |
Career Outlook
Employment Growth
Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook: Employment of Physicians and Surgeons is projected to grow 3 percent from 2020 to 2030, slower than the average for all occupations. Job growth is projected due to increased demand for healthcare services by the growing and aging population. Physicians and surgeons have demanding education and training requirements. Physicians typically need a bachelor’s degree, a degree from a medical school, which takes 4 years to complete, and, depending on their specialty, 3 to 7 years in internship and residency programs.
Salary Range
2020 Median Pay for Physicians and Surgeons was $208,000 annually.
Admission Requirements
Mercy College students in good standing can declare a biology major. High school science courses (Biology and Chemistry with a lab) or their college equivalents must be taken within the past seven years with a “C” or better prior to the first semester. For students to progress to the third semester of the program, the mathematics prerequisites must be met. Mathematics prerequisites are as follows: high school courses or their college equivalents within the past seven years with a “C” or better including Algebra I; Algebra II and Trigonometry or Pre-Calculus or an integrated sequence of advanced math courses (Statistics, Business Math, and/or computer courses will not fulfill this requirement). All program courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.
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Professional Organizations
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External LinkAmerican Medical Association (AMA)
The AMA is dedicated to driving medicine toward a more equitable future, removing obstacles that interfere with patient care and confronting the nation’s greatest public health crises.
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External LinkAmerican Association of Medical Colleges (AAMC)
Founded in 1876 and based in Washington, D.C., the AAMC is a not-for-profit association dedicated to transforming health care through innovative medical education, cutting-edge patient care, and groundbreaking medical research.
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External LinkAmerican Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM)
The American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) was founded in 1898 to lend support and assistance to the nation's osteopathic medical schools, and to serve as a unifying voice for osteopathic medical education.
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