Departments | Biology (Pleasantville)

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Biology (Pleasantville)

Bringing Science to Life

Highlighted by small class sizes, modern and relevant curricula, and one-to-one mentoring, the Biology department on our Westchester campus will provide you a personalized and professional environment to prepare you for a career in the life sciences. In our immersive programs, you will have the unique opportunity to conduct research alongside faculty members and intern in exciting real-world positions in relevant fields.

Unique Opportunities

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Dyson Hall of Science

The Dyson Hall of Science, located on the Pleasantville campus, houses teaching and research laboratories that provide you experiential learning opportunities where you’ll develop crucial skills in critical thinking, data analysis, instrument usage, and research processes.

Honor Societies

The Biology department supports active chapters of Beta Beta Beta (the national biology honor society) and Sigma Xi (the national scientific research society), connecting you to active learning communities, enhancing your learning experience, and providing resources for advising and career planning.

Undergraduate Programs

The Pleasantville Biology department offers a wide range of undergraduate programs suited to any student interested in pursuing the life sciences. From multiple biology options to behavioral neuroscience to pre-health and pre-med, our biology program provides you with the research and theoretical skills you need to succeed in a dynamic career in the life sciences.

Biology, BA

Biology, BS

Pre-Health Joint Degree Programs

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