Biology Degree (B.S.)

Tuition costs 45,330 USD per year.

The Biology Degree (B.S.) program prepares students to study living systems through laboratory research, fieldwork, and scientific inquiry. Students conduct experiments, analyze data, and explore areas like genetics, physiology, and cellular biology via hands-on learning and faculty-mentored research, developing critical thinking skills through applied projects.

Focus areas include Biological Sciences Concentration, Human Biology Concentration.

Graduates find employment in biotechnology, pharmaceutical research, environmental policy, and conservation, or pursue postgraduate education to become doctors, physician assistants, physical therapists, dentists, nurses, veterinarians, or earn doctoral/master's degrees in biological sciences.

For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 65% of applicants.

Marist College in the Town of Poughkeepsie, United States, was founded in 1929 and offers a liberal arts foundation combined with career-focused undergraduate and graduate programmes. Serving about 6,657 students with a modest international cohort, Marist emphasizes intellectual development, character and ethical leadership. Its campus culture blends academic rigour with practical learning, preparing students for professional success through classroom study and applied experiences.

The college is known for integrating advanced technology and experiential education across disciplines, supporting project-based learning, internships and industry partnerships. Marist encourages global engagement through study abroad options and collaborative research, while maintaining a student-centered environment where faculty mentorship and small class sizes promote close academic support. Campus life features clubs, service opportunities and career services that help students shape their ambitions.

International students joining Marist can expect dedicated advising, access to internship pipelines in the region and a community that values diversity and global perspectives. The college’s focus on innovation and real-world readiness means graduates leave with practical skills, professional networks and a foundation for lifelong learning. For students seeking a supportive, technologically engaged liberal arts experience near New York metropolitan opportunities, Marist offers a balanced and purposeful choice.