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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.

1225Bachelor's Degree
RC Roxbury Community College logo
#996 in United States United States

Biological Science

Roxbury Community College — The Bachelor's Degree in Biological Science at Roxbury Community College provides a comprehensive exploration of the biological sciences, offering students a thorough und...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1226Diploma
RC Roxbury Community College logo
#996 in United States United States

Biological Science - Lab Animal Care

Roxbury Community College — The Biological Science - Lab Animal Care diploma program at Roxbury Community College provides a comprehensive understanding of the care, management, and ethical treatmen...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1227Bachelor's Degree
RC Roxbury Community College logo
#996 in United States United States

Biotechnology

Roxbury Community College — The Bachelor's Degree in Biotechnology at Roxbury Community College provides a comprehensive foundation in the biological sciences, focusing on the practical application...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1228Diploma
RC Roxbury Community College logo
#996 in United States United States

Life Science Certificate

Roxbury Community College — Explore the Depths of Life ScienceThe Life Science Certificate program at Roxbury Community College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the biological...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1229Bachelor's Degree
CS Colorado State University-Pueblo logo
#999 in United States United States

Biology

Colorado State University-Pueblo — The Bachelor's Degree in Biology at Colorado State University Pueblo offers a comprehensive exploration into the fundamental principles of life sciences. Students will de...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Biology
1230Bachelor's Degree
GA Gustavus Adolphus College logo
#1,005 in United States United States

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Gustavus Adolphus College — The Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Gustavus Adolphus College offers a comprehensive exploration into the chemical processes and substances tha...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1231Bachelor's Degree
GA Gustavus Adolphus College logo
#1,005 in United States United States

Biology

Gustavus Adolphus College — The Bachelor's Degree in Biology at Gustavus Adolphus College offers a comprehensive understanding of living organisms, their structures, functions, growth, evolution, an...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1239Bachelor's Degree
EC Eastern Connecticut State University logo
#1,011 in United States United States

Biochemistry

Eastern Connecticut State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry at Eastern Connecticut State University provides a comprehensive education that combines biology and chemistry to explore the molecu...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Biochemistry
1240Program
EC Eastern Connecticut State University logo
#1,011 in United States United States

Bioinformatics

Eastern Connecticut State University — The Bioinformatics degree program at Eastern Connecticut State University combines the disciplines of biology, computer science, and mathematics to equip students with th...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Bioinformatics
1241Bachelor's Degree
EC Eastern Connecticut State University logo
#1,011 in United States United States

Biology

Eastern Connecticut State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Biology at Eastern Connecticut State University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of various biological concepts and principle...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Biology

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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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