Biology

BIOLOGY

At its core, biology is the study of life.

For biology majors at Coker, learning happens up-close. Classes combine our signature round-table learning with hands-on research and internships. You won’t have to wait for graduate school to get into a lab!

As early as your first year, you’ll have the opportunity to work directly alongside faculty members to gain professional experience. Many students also conduct field research at Kalmia Gardens of Coker University, a 35-acre botanical garden just minutes away from campus.

Our program is founded on the belief that research at the undergraduate level fosters confidence and prepares you with an understanding of current and future biological research. Coker faculty encourage exploration, curiosity, and active participation in your field of choice.

KEY CLASSES FOR YOUR SUCCESS

Ecology & Evolution

Nature is made up of countless interwoven relationships between living things. In this course, you’ll develop a strong understanding of the fundamentals of ecology and evolution. As you dive deep into the study of genetics, you’ll discover the incredible impact that genes and inter-species connections have on populations, community structure, ecosystems, and much more.

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Cell Biology and Genomics

The history of biology is full of exciting discoveries that have progressed our knowledge of cells, molecules, and life on Earth. In this course, you will explore this history, along with principles of cell biology and genomics in the context of biochemistry, molecular biology, and genetics.

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Behavioral Ecology

Why do animals—including humans—act the way they do? How does behavior change as populations evolve? In this course, you’ll examine the role of adaptive behaviors in survival, reproduction, and the surrounding environment. Best of all? You’ll have the opportunity to explore your own unique interests through an independent research project.

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Which Concentrations Feel Like a Good Fit for You?

Get the money you need for your degree

Just because your education is an invaluable investment doesn’t mean some degrees aren’t a better value than others! Affordability is one of the ways Coker University clearly stands out from other schools. We work very hard to keep tuition low and to find scholarship money to help you pay for your degree.

STEM Scholars in Biology Program
  • $17,459!

    Average amount of scholarship aid* awarded to Coker students last year
    *Does not include federal, state, or need-based aid

  • 95%

    of Coker undergrads receive some form of financial aid.

  • Over $10,000,000

    Coker grants in student scholarships each year.

  • Full Tuition

    STEM Scholars in Biology
    NSF Grant

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