Biology & Mathematics
Studying biological sciences and mathematics opens the door to numerous career opportunities.
With a degree in biology or mathematics, you may enter directly into rewarding positions
in industry, go on to graduate school for further study in medicine, become a research
scientist, or combine the disciplines and solve the applied mathematics and big data
issues of the world.
Pre-Professional Preparation
Enter one of D'Youville's well-regarded pre-professional programs to prepare for a
career in medicine, dentistry, veterinary, optometry, pharmacy, podiatry, physician assisting, physical therapy or chiropractic medicine.
- Learn from highly qualified faculty – all of our full-time faculty have earned a PhD in their field. Their research interests
range from biofuels and genomics to mathematical educational research and the chemistry
of wine.
- Get individualized attention in small classes, usually around 20 students, and not
more than 40. Science labs range from 12 to 15 students per class.
- Don't worry if you aren't sure about your career path. Faculty will advise you on
what courses to take and help you explore career possibilities.
- Gain experience working in our math and science labs. Biology majors can use our cutting-edge gross anatomy lab before they go to graduate
school.
- D'Youville's long commitment to a liberal education means that you'll receive the
kind of interdisciplinary education that will give you a rock-solid foundation. Gain
skills like problem solving, critical thinking, collaboration, and written, visual,
and oral communication — all skills that employers believe are critical to success,
no matter what career path you decide to take.