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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.

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CC Coe College logo
#1,082 in United States United States

Biochemistry

Coe College — The Biochemistry degree at Coe College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the chemical processes that underpin biological systems. This interdiscipli...

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1322Program
CC Coe College logo
#1,082 in United States United States

Biology

Coe College — The Biology degree at Coe College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the living world and the principles that govern biological systems...

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1324Program
CC Coe College logo
#1,082 in United States United States

Molecular Biology

Coe College — The Molecular Biology degree offered at Coe College provides an in-depth exploration of the molecular mechanisms that underpin living organisms. This course is designed f...

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1325Program
CC Coe College logo
#1,082 in United States United States

Molecular Biology - Biology

Coe College — The Molecular Biology degree at Coe College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the cellular and molecular mechanisms that underpin biological process...

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1326Program
CC Coe College logo
#1,082 in United States United States

Neuroscience

Coe College — The Neuroscience degree at Coe College offers an in-depth exploration of the nervous system and its impact on behavior and cognition. Students will engage with a multidis...

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1327Bachelor's Degree
CC Centre College logo
#1,083 in United States United States

Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Centre College — The Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at Centre College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the chemical processes t...

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4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1328Bachelor's Degree
CC Centre College logo
#1,083 in United States United States

Biology

Centre College — The Bachelor's Degree in Biology at Centre College immerses students in the study of living organisms and their interactions with the environment. The program is designed...

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4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1329Bachelor's Degree
CC Centre College logo
#1,083 in United States United States

Neuroscience

Centre College — The Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience at Centre College offers a comprehensive curriculum that delves into the intricate workings of the nervous system and its relationsh...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1330Bachelor's Degree
AH Allan Hancock College logo
#1,084 in United States United States

Biology

Allan Hancock College — The Bachelor's Degree in Biology at Allan Hancock College offers a comprehensive exploration of the biological sciences, including molecular biology, ecology, genetics, a...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1331Bachelor's Degree
AH Allan Hancock College logo
#1,084 in United States United States

Culinology

Allan Hancock College — The Bachelor’s degree in Culinology at Allan Hancock College combines the art and science of food preparation with culinary techniques. This program is designed to provid...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1332Bachelor's Degree
PL Point Loma Nazarene University logo
#1,085 in United States San Diego, California, United States

Biology-Chemistry

Point Loma Nazarene University — The Biology-Chemistry Bachelor’s Degree at Point Loma Nazarene University is designed for students who wish to explore the intersection of biological sciences and chemist...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Biology
1333Bachelor's Degree
AS Agnes Scott College logo
#1,086 in United States United States

Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Agnes Scott College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at Agnes Scott College prepares students to delve into the intricate mechanisms that govern life at the molecula...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1334Bachelor's Degree
AS Agnes Scott College logo
#1,086 in United States United States

Biology

Agnes Scott College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Biology at Agnes Scott College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of living organisms and their interactions with the environme...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1335Bachelor's Degree
AS Agnes Scott College logo
#1,086 in United States United States

Neuroscience

Agnes Scott College — The Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience at Agnes Scott College offers an interdisciplinary approach that combines biology, psychology, and chemistry to delve into the compl...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1336Bachelor's Degree
RC Ramapo College logo
#1,087 in United States United States

Biochemistry

Ramapo College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Biochemistry at Ramapo College provides a comprehensive understanding of the chemical processes that occur within living organisms. This course c...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1338Bachelor's Degree
RC Ramapo College logo
#1,087 in United States United States

Biology

Ramapo College — The Bachelor’s degree in Biology at Ramapo College offers a comprehensive examination of living organisms, their functions, and the ecosystems they inhabit. The curriculu...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1340Bachelor's Degree
RC Ramapo College logo
#1,087 in United States United States

Neuroscience

Ramapo College — The Bachelor's Degree in Neuroscience at Ramapo College delves into the intricate workings of the nervous system, encompassing both theoretical and practical aspects of t...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1341Bachelor's Degree
MC Mercy College logo
#1,089 in United States United States

Biology

Mercy College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Biology at Mercy University offers a comprehensive exploration of living organisms, their environments, and the intricate systems that sustain li...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1342Bachelor's Degree
MC Mercy College logo
#1,089 in United States United States

Biology

Mercy College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Biology at Mercy College offers an in-depth exploration of the living world and the intricate relationships that define it. The program encompass...

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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