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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.

1009Bachelor's Degree
UM University of Mary Washington logo
#806 in United States United States

Biological Sciences

University of Mary Washington — The Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences at the University of Mary Washington offers students an in-depth understanding of the fundamental concepts in biology, along...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1010Bachelor's Degree
UM University of Mary Washington logo
#806 in United States United States

Neuroscience

University of Mary Washington — The Bachelor's Degree in Neuroscience at the University of Mary Washington offers a comprehensive exploration of the nervous system, covering fundamental areas such as ce...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1011Bachelor's Degree
SO St Olaf College logo
#809 in United States Northfield, Minnesota, United States

Biology

St Olaf College — The Bachelor's Degree in Biology at St Olaf College provides a comprehensive exploration into the intricacies of life. The curriculum is designed to cover various aspects...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1012Bachelor's Degree
SO St Olaf College logo
#809 in United States Northfield, Minnesota, United States

Biology

St Olaf College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Biology at Saint Olaf College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the life sciences, focusing on the study of living organism...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1013Bachelor's Degree
LU Loyola University New Orleans logo
#810 in United States United States

Biochemistry - Pre-Health Track

Loyola University New Orleans — The Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry - Pre-Health Track at Loyola University New Orleans offers a comprehensive understanding of the chemical processes within and relate...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1014Bachelor's Degree
LU Loyola University New Orleans logo
#810 in United States United States

Biological Sciences

Loyola University New Orleans — The Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences at Loyola University New Orleans offers students a comprehensive understanding of biological principles, enabling them to exp...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1015Bachelor's Degree
LU Loyola University New Orleans logo
#810 in United States United States

Biology

Loyola University New Orleans — The Bachelor's Degree in Biology at Loyola University New Orleans offers a comprehensive curriculum designed for students interested in the life sciences. This program co...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1016Bachelor's Degree
LU Loyola University New Orleans logo
#810 in United States United States

Cell & Molecular Biology

Loyola University New Orleans — The Bachelor's Degree in Cell & Molecular Biology at Loyola University New Orleans offers an in-depth exploration of the fundamental processes that govern life at the cel...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1017Bachelor's Degree
LU Loyola University New Orleans logo
#810 in United States United States

Ecology & Evolutionary Biology

Loyola University New Orleans — The Bachelor's Degree in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology at Loyola University New Orleans offers an in-depth exploration of the principles that govern the interactions of...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1018Bachelor's Degree
LU Loyola University New Orleans logo
#810 in United States United States

Marine Biology

Loyola University New Orleans — The Bachelor's Degree in Marine Biology at Loyola University New Orleans offers a comprehensive exploration of marine ecosystems and the organisms that inhabit them. Stud...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1019Bachelor's Degree
LU Loyola University New Orleans logo
#810 in United States United States

Pre-health Biology

Loyola University New Orleans — The Bachelor's Degree in Pre-Health Biology at Loyola University New Orleans is designed for students who aspire to enter into health-related professions. This rigorous p...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1020Bachelor's Degree
RW Roger Williams University logo
#811 in United States United States

Biochemistry Major

Roger Williams University — The Biochemistry Major at Roger Williams University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the chemical processes that occur within living organisms. Stu...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1021Bachelor's Degree
RW Roger Williams University logo
#811 in United States United States

Biology Major

Roger Williams University — The Biology Major at Roger Williams University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the biological sciences, covering a wide array of topics such as ce...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1022Bachelor's Degree
RW Roger Williams University logo
#811 in United States United States

Marine Biology Major

Roger Williams University — The Marine Biology Major at Roger Williams University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of marine ecosystems and the organisms that inhab...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1023Bachelor's Degree
AS Angelo State University logo
#812 in United States United States

Biology

Angelo State University — The Bachelor of Science in Biology at Angelo State University offers an in-depth understanding of the life sciences. This program explores a variety of topics including g...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1024Master's Degree
AS Angelo State University logo
#812 in United States United States

Biology M.S.

Angelo State University — The Master of Science in Biology at Angelo State University offers students a comprehensive understanding of biological sciences, equipping them with advanced knowledge a...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1025Bachelor's Degree
AS Angelo State University logo
#812 in United States United States

Chemistry, Biochemistry

Angelo State University — The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Biochemistry at Angelo State University prepares students for a comprehensive understanding of the chemical processes that govern...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1029Bachelor's Degree
NM Northern Michigan University logo
#814 in United States United States

Biochemistry Major

Northern Michigan University — The Biochemistry Major at Northern Michigan University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the chemical processes within and related to living organis...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1030Bachelor's Degree
NM Northern Michigan University logo
#814 in United States United States

Biology

Northern Michigan University — The Bachelor’s degree in Biology at Northern Michigan University provides a comprehensive understanding of living organisms and their interactions with the environment. T...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1031Bachelor's Degree
NM Northern Michigan University logo
#814 in United States United States

Forensic Biochemistry Major

Northern Michigan University — The Forensic Biochemistry Major at Northern Michigan University prepares students to apply the principles of chemistry and biology to the legal system. This interdiscipli...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1032Bachelor's Degree
CC Columbia College (MO) logo
#818 in United States United States

Bachelor's in Biochemistry

Columbia College (MO) — The Bachelor's in Biochemistry at Columbia College provides a comprehensive understanding of the chemical processes and substances that occur within living organisms. The...

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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