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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.

1609Bachelor's Degree
NS Nevada State University logo
#1,426 in United States Henderson, Nevada, United States

Biology

Nevada State University

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
BlendedMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1614Program
HC Hagerstown Community College logo
#1,431 in United States United States

Biology Concentration, Arts and Sciences

Hagerstown Community College — The Biology Concentration within the Arts and Sciences program at Hagerstown Community College offers students a comprehensive exploration of biological sciences. The cur...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1615Program
CC Cerritos College logo
#1,432 in United States United States

Biology

Cerritos College — The Biology degree offered at Cerritos College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of living organisms and their environments. The curriculum covers esse...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1616Program
MS Missouri Southern State University logo
#1,434 in United States Joplin, Missouri, United States

Biology & Environmental Health

Missouri Southern State University — The Biology & Environmental Health degree offered at Missouri Southern State University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the biological sciences an...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1617Program
MS Missouri Southern State University logo
#1,434 in United States Joplin, Missouri, United States

Biology – Ecology/ Conservation

Missouri Southern State University — The Biology program with a concentration in Ecology and Conservation at Missouri Southern State University delves into the intricate relationships between organisms and t...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1619Bachelor's Degree
WV West Virginia University at Parkersburg logo
#1,439 in United States United States

Biology

West Virginia University at Parkersburg — The Bachelor's Degree in Biology at West Virginia University at Parkersburg provides an in-depth understanding of living organisms, their structures, functions, evolution...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1620Master's Degree
WV West Virginia University at Parkersburg logo
#1,439 in United States United States

Master of Biology

West Virginia University at Parkersburg — The Master of Biology program at West Virginia University at Parkersburg is designed for students interested in advancing their knowledge and skills in biological science...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1621Bachelor's Degree
FS Fairmont State College logo
#1,447 in United States United States

Biology

Fairmont State College — The Bachelor's Degree in Biology at Fairmont State College offers a comprehensive understanding of biological concepts, research methodologies, and practical applications...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1622Bachelor's Degree
LC Loras College logo
#1,452 in United States United States

Biochemistry

Loras College — The Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry at Loras College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the chemical processes and substances that occur within liv...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1623Bachelor's Degree
LC Loras College logo
#1,452 in United States United States

Biological Research

Loras College — The Bachelor's Degree in Biological Research at Loras College equips students with a solid foundation in the principles of biology, coupled with hands-on experience in re...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1624Bachelor's Degree
LC Loras College logo
#1,452 in United States United States

Biology

Loras College — The Bachelor's Degree in Biology at Loras College provides a comprehensive foundation in the biological sciences, exploring the principles of life from cellular mechanism...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1625Program
EL East Los Angeles College logo
#1,456 in United States United States

Aquatic Specialist

East Los Angeles College — The Aquatic Specialist degree at East Los Angeles College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of aquatic environments, focusing on the management, mainte...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1626Bachelor's Degree
MV Mississippi Valley State University logo
#1,464 in United States United States

Biology

Mississippi Valley State University — The Bachelor of Science in Biology at Mississippi Valley State University offers a comprehensive study of the life sciences, covering various aspects such as molecular bi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1630Bachelor's Degree
YH Young Harris College logo
#1,472 in United States United States

Biology

Young Harris College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Biology at Young Harris College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of biological sciences. The program covers a range of subjec...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1631Bachelor's Degree
BP Bay Path University logo
#1,473 in United States United States

Biology

Bay Path University — The Bachelor of Science in Biology at Bay Path University offers a comprehensive study of living organisms, their processes, and their interactions with the environment....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
1632Bachelor's Degree
MC Malone College logo
#1,479 in United States United States

Bible and Theology

Malone College — The Bachelor's Degree in Bible and Theology at Malone College offers a comprehensive exploration of Christian scriptures and theological principles. Students will engage...

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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