Biology
Biology is the study of life and living organisms!
Discover the interconnectedness of all living organisms in the environment. A solid foundation in biology allows you to make informed decisions about issues concerning the environment, healthcare, and personal welfare.
Courses are designed for all students - those who seek a general appreciation and understanding of biology, those preparing for advanced biology courses at universities, and those preparing for programs in healthcare and professional schools.
Face-to-face and online courses are available.
Program Details
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Wolfe Scholarship
Bartha Pre-PA Scholarship
Contact Dr. Miranda Poage, Dean of Math and Science at mpoage@midland.edu or (432) 685-4615, for more information.
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MIDLAND COLLEGE/SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY PROGRAM
Want to earn a Bachelor's Degree while staying right here at MC?
The Sul Ross @ MC Distance Program allows students to complete 11 different Baccalaureate degrees from Sul Ross State University while staying on the Midland College campus. Transfer up to 90 hours of lower level coursework directly into your selected degree plan. Advanced courses are presented via interactive televised lectures or web-based classes given by Sul Ross faculty, with labs being taught by Midland College faculty.
Midland College has articulation agreements with a variety of schools and programs to assist our students with transferring to a university. Our curriculum maps, located in the catalog, provide a guided path for general transfer to our top five receiving institutions; however, your Pathways Advisor can assist you with a personalized plan for your specific transfer based on university and program. It is strongly recommended and encouraged that you contact your Pathways Advisor for assistance with course selection if you plan to transfer.
Healthcare
Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Optometry, Blood Bank Specialist, Genetic
Counselor, Clinical Laboratory Scientist, and many more.
Interested in healthcare, but not sure what, visit explorehealthcareers.org
Cell Biology
Organismal Biology
Biologist, Zoologist, Zoologist
Field Biology
Education
Other Careers
Take a look at the Occupational Outlook website by the Bureau of Labor Statistics to explore careers and their job outlook.
PRIMARY CARE PATHWAY PROGRAM
Together with the University of North Texas (UNT), MC offers a plan where you can complete medical school in a seven-year, “2+1+4” plan, finishing your training a year before your peers.
Undergraduate Research
The MC Biology Department provides students unique opportunities to participate in undergraduate research. This gives a student hands-on experience, an opportunity to learn what biologists do in the field and in the lab, as well as enhances the a student’s resume when applying to jobs, universities, and programs.
Marine Biology
With the MC Biology Department you have a unique opportunity to explore factors affecting coral reef health in Roatan, Honduras.
Visit the course catalog for the most complete and up-to-date information.
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