Bachelor of Science in Biology - Conservation Biology & Aquatic Ecosystems

Academic Overview & Description

Field-oriented biology curriculum utilizing the Elk River basin and Duck River watershed—one of the most biologically diverse river systems in North America—to study fish taxonomy, freshwater mussels, and forest ecology.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award

STEM Excellence Merit Grants up to $8,000/year

Tuition Rate

$17,200/year

Application Fee

$30

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA

High school GPA 2.5+ with science preparation

English Language

TOEFL 79+

Standardized Exam

N/A

Application Materials

Personal statement

Letters of Recommendation

One science recommendation

Institutional Guidance

For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult University of Tennessee Southern's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.

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