Program Overview

DEGREE TYPE
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
DEPARTMENT
Biology
Department Chair Name
Gregory Lewis
DEPARTMENT ASSISTANT
Pam Breedlove

What is a biology degree?

As a discipline, biology ¬ the scientific study of life ¬ contains many areas of specialization, including biomedical sciences, cell and molecular biology, genetics, anatomy and physiology, ecology and conservation biology. The study of biology can add critical information and perspective for a student seeking a broad perspective on the structure and mechanics of living organisms and their environments.

Why study biology at Furman?

The Furman biology department offers the combination of a liberal arts and sciences education with an undergraduate experiential learning experience. Our program will expose you to a wide range of coursework and research opportunities, providing a guided pathway to prepare you for a wide range of careers. Best of all, you won’t have to compete with graduate students for space in our research facilities or the attention of your professor. Instead, you’ll work closely with faculty members in small teams as you pursue your studies. Furman also has a variety of study away and internship options that will allow you to gain a global perspective of biological sciences. Plan a visit to Furman’s beautiful campus or start your application today.

How will you learn?

Students work closely with faculty in small classes and teams. Learn in a science center filled with modern research laboratories, computer labs and multimedia classrooms that rival many of the nation’s leading research institutions, but within the setting of a private liberal arts and sciences university. Students also gain practical experiences with internships, study away opportunities and university-funded research fellowships.

Featured biology courses

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  • 100%
    Majors conducting research or internships
  • 15.5
    Average class size for upper-level courses
  • 6+
    Study away programs
What our students say

Our faculty

Srikripa Chandrasekaran

Assistant Professor of Biology

Adi Dubash

HENRY KEITH AND ELLEN HARD TOWNES ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF BIOLOGY

Linnea Freeman

Associate Professor, Biology

Dennis Haney

Professor of Biology

Pamela Hanson

Professor, Biology

David Hollis

Professor of Biology

Gregory Lewis

Professor and Chair of Biology

Min-Ken Liao

William R. Kenan Jr. Professor of Biology

Ashley Morris

Professor, Biology; Curator of the Ives Herbarium (FUGR)

Travis Perry

Professor of Biology

John Quinn

Associate Professor, Biology; Director, Environmental Studies

Jason Rawlings

Associate Professor of Biology

Alison Roark

Associate Professor of Biology

Victoria Turgeon

Professor,Biology; Academic Director, Prisma Health Partnership; Faculty Ombuds

Wade Worthen

Rose J. Forgione Professor of Biology
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