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1,863 Best Life Sciences Programs in the United States

Across the United States, 771 universities offer 1,863 Life Sciences programs; the most common length is 4 years. The list starts with courses at Harvard University, Cornell University and University of Chicago.

625Bachelor's Degree
PU Purdue University Northwest logo
#491 in United States United States

Biological Sciences

Purdue University Northwest — The Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences at Purdue University Northwest offers a comprehensive exploration of the biological sciences, emphasizing understanding liv...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
626Bachelor's Degree
UT University of Tennessee at Chattanooga logo
#493 in United States United States

Biology

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga — The Bachelor's Degree in Biology at The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga offers a comprehensive understanding of living organisms, covering fundamental principles from...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
627Bachelor's Degree
TU Trinity University logo
#495 in United States United States

Biochemistry

Trinity University — The Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry at Trinity University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the chemical processes and substances that underlie th...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
628Bachelor's Degree
TU Trinity University logo
#495 in United States United States

Biology

Trinity University — The Bachelor's Degree in Biology at Trinity University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the biological sciences. This multi-faceted program covers...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
629Bachelor's Degree
BM Bryn Mawr College logo
#500 in United States United States

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Bryn Mawr College — The Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Bryn Mawr College offers an in-depth exploration of the chemical processes that occur within living organis...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
630Bachelor's Degree
BM Bryn Mawr College logo
#500 in United States United States

Biology

Bryn Mawr College — The Biology Bachelor's Degree at Bryn Mawr College offers an in-depth exploration of living organisms, providing a comprehensive understanding of biological systems from...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
631Bachelor's Degree
BM Bryn Mawr College logo
#500 in United States United States

Neuroscience

Bryn Mawr College — The Bachelor's Degree in Neuroscience at Bryn Mawr College provides a comprehensive exploration of the nervous system, emphasizing the connection between the brain and be...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
632Bachelor's Degree
MS Missouri State University logo
#504 in United States United States

Biology

Missouri State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Biology at Missouri State University equips students with a comprehensive understanding of biological sciences and their practical applications....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
633Bachelor's Degree
BU Bucknell University logo
#508 in United States United States

Animal Behavior

Bucknell University — The Bachelor's Degree in Animal Behavior at Bucknell University immerses students in the scientific study of animal actions and interactions. This interdisciplinary progr...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
634Bachelor's Degree
BU Bucknell University logo
#508 in United States United States

Biology

Bucknell University — The Bachelor's Degree in Biology at Bucknell University provides a comprehensive exploration of living systems, emphasizing critical thinking and scientific inquiry. This...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
635Bachelor's Degree
BU Bucknell University logo
#508 in United States United States

Cell Biology/Biochemistry

Bucknell University — The Bachelor’s degree in Cell Biology and Biochemistry at Bucknell University offers a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental principles governing cellular structur...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
637Bachelor's Degree
FA Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University logo
#510 in United States United States

Bachelor of Science in Entomology

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University — The Bachelor of Science in Entomology at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University offers an in-depth exploration of insects and their relationship to humans, animal...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
638Bachelor's Degree
BC Barnard College logo
#512 in United States United States

Environmental Biology Major

Barnard College — The Environmental Biology Major at Barnard College delves into the intricate relationships between organisms and their environments, emphasizing the critical study of eco...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
639Program
AC Alamo Colleges logo
#520 in United States United States

Biology

Alamo Colleges — The Biology degree program at Alamo Colleges District offers a comprehensive understanding of living organisms and their interactions with the environment. The curriculum...

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Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
640Master's Degree
GV Grand Valley State University logo
#523 in United States United States

Biology

Grand Valley State University — The Master's in Biology at Grand Valley State University offers a comprehensive understanding of biological sciences, emphasizing research, critical thinking, and analyti...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
641Bachelor's Degree
SH Seton Hall University logo
#524 in United States United States

Biochemistry

Seton Hall University — Course OverviewThe Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry at Seton Hall University delves into the intricate biochemical processes that sustain life. This comprehensive prog...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
642Bachelor's Degree
SH Seton Hall University logo
#524 in United States United States

Biology

Seton Hall University — The Bachelor's degree in Biology at Seton Hall University offers students a comprehensive understanding of living organisms, from the cellular level to ecosystem dynamics...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
643Bachelor's Degree
SH Seton Hall University logo
#524 in United States United States

Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience

Seton Hall University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience at Seton Hall University provides an in-depth exploration of the complex interactions between cognitive pro...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
644Program
PS Pittsburg State University logo
#525 in United States United States

Biochemistry

Pittsburg State University — The Biochemistry degree at Pittsburg State University offers a comprehensive exploration of the biochemical processes that are fundamental to life. This program covers es...

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Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
645Bachelor's Degree
PS Pittsburg State University logo
#525 in United States United States

Biology

Pittsburg State University — The Biology Bachelor's Degree program at Pittsburg State University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of biological sciences. The curriculum is designe...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
646Bachelor's Degree
CP California Polytechnic State University, Pomona logo
#526 in United States United States

Biology

California Polytechnic State University, Pomona

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences

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How these courses are ranked

58 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #5 (Harvard University) to #593 (University of Central Florida); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Harvard University is cited most (146,463,495 citations). 15 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

By level: 1,397 bachelor's, 135 master's, 60 phd / doctorate and 34 diploma. Within the subject, the largest areas are Life Sciences (1,784), Biology (48), Biochemistry (16) and Ecology (5). The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 99% are full-time and 16 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (96% of courses with a stated intake). Humboldt State University offers the widest choice, with 30 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the United States for Life Sciences?

Harvard University (QS World #5), Cornell University (QS World #13) and University of Chicago (QS World #13) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Life Sciences in the United States?

Of those with published fees, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is the least expensive at about USD 5,274 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Life Sciences course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do Life Sciences courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Life Sciences online with a university in the United States?

16 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Life Sciences courses in the United States?

Humboldt State University, with 30, ahead of New Mexico State University (22).

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