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Wright State University

Ohio

United States

Overview

The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biological Sciences program at Wright State University offers a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of the life sciences, spanning from molecular biology to ecosystem dynamics. Designed to accommodate diverse interests, the curriculum emphasizes conceptual understanding, inquiry skills, and scientific literacy. Students can pursue graduate studies, laboratory work in microbiology, or fieldwork in ecology. The program also serves as excellent pre-professional preparation for medical, dental, or veterinary sciences, or for education licensure. Hands-on opportunities, including laboratory work, research projects, and internships, are integral to the program.

Location

3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy, Dayton, Ohio, 45435

Website

https://go.wright.edu/account/register?r=https://go.wright.edu/portal/ug_app

Total Cost

$22,000

Median Salary

$45,640

Admissions

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Application Deadline

Acceptance rate

96.32%

Yield Rate

20.4%

SAT range

913-1240

ACT range

17-24

Cost and Scholarships

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Total Cost

$22,000

In State Cost

$11,816

Out of State Cost

$22,000

In State Tuition Fees

$11,816

Room And Board

$10,278

Living Cost

$15,048

Average Total Aid Awarded

$13,709

Funding Options

Scholarship

Merit Scholarship

Need-Based Aid

61.84% of students receive financial aid. Average award: $13,709.

Scholarships

First-Year Student Scholarships - File the FAFSA and submit the online scholarship application. Students must be admitted to apply for competitive scholarships.; Transfer Student Scholarships - File the FAFSA and submit the online scholarship application. Students must be admitted to apply for competitive scholarships.; Continuing Student Scholarships - File the FAFSA and submit the online scholarship application. Students must be admitted to apply for competitive scholarships.; International Undergraduate Student Scholarships - File the FAFSA and submit the online scholarship application. Students must be admitted to apply for competitive scholarships.; Wright Path Scholarship (USD 1,000) - For students who graduated with an Associate Degree and a 3.0 final cumulative GPA from partner institutions.; Need-based Aid (USD 16,073) - Determined by filing the FAFSA. Average financial aid package is $16,073.