College of Arts and Sciences
Department of Biological Sciences
www.kent.edu/biology

Contact Information

• Program Coordinator: Edgar Kooijman | ekooijma@kent.edu | 330-672-8568
• Speak with an Advisor
  • Kent Campus
  • Stark Campus

Fully Offered

• Delivery:
  • In person
• Location:
  • Kent Campus
  • Stark Campus

Description

The Biological Sciences minor provides a basic biological background to complement other areas of study. The minor is especially suited for students wishing to pursue careers in non-science fields where biological knowledge is advantageous.

Admission Requirements

Admission to a minor is open to students declared in a bachelor’s degree, the A.A.B. or A.A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree (not Individualized Program major). Students declared only in the A.A. or A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree in Individualized Program may not declare a minor. Students may not pursue a minor and a major in the same discipline.

Program Requirements

Minor Requirements

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Students should consult with a biology advisor to determine the most appropriate elective courses given their disciplinary interests and career aspirations.

Graduation Requirements

• Students must complete at least two upper-division (30000 or 40000 level) courses in the minor at Kent State on a graded basis (A-F).

• Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be upper-division coursework (30000 and 40000 level).
• Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be outside of the course requirements for any major or other minor the student is pursuing.
• Minimum 50 percent of the total credit hours for the minor must be taken at Kent State (in residence).

The following Biological Sciences (BSCI) courses may NOT be used in the elective category for majors or minors in the Department of Biological Sciences: