With a biology minor from Bethel, you’ll forge a strong understanding of biology that can help you think critically about issues facing our world—and ways to address them.
By adding a biology minor, you’ll complement your primary major by forming a strong base in the biological sciences. The minor is a great fit if you’re majoring in related fields—nursing, exercise science, human bioenergetics, or chemistry—or if you want to forge a strong base in topics ranging from climate change to infectious diseases. If you’re interested in graduate or medical school, biology courses can help you round out your education and prepare for a healthcare career. You can also apply lessons from the biological sciences to almost any career.
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Courses and skills
What skills will I develop?
As you explore biology, you’ll enhance your knowledge and complement your skills in another scientific field such as chemistry or even a major in a non-science area such as psychology.
Practical science skills
You'll learn to use and apply quantitative reasoning to solve problems, create and use models, critically analyze and evaluate scientific topics, and you’ll design scientific experiments and conduct research.
Strong communication
You’ll also be equipped to communicate your scientific understanding in multiple forms as you develop strong skills like reading, writing, critical thinking, and analysis.
Research and collaboration
As you pursue research opportunities, you’ll develop strong research skills and be equipped to collaborate with others.
Laboratory skills
Develop your skills and expertise in our labs, including advanced microscopy, human cadaver dissection, small animal surgery, microarray analysis and experimentation, environmental field sampling techniques, and more.
Academic plans
Map out your time at Bethel—from day one to your diploma. Your course schedule is designed to help you grow, gain skills, and become who you’re meant to be.
Learning opportunities
What experiences will I have?
Hands-on learning is at the core of all Bethel majors and endorsements. That means you’ll find numerous opportunities to get involved, apply what you’ve learned, and gain experience.
Specialized labs
Depending on your interests, you can learn in a variety of state-of-the-art facilities and labs, including human cadaver and biotechnology labs, neurosciences labs, a cellular/molecular biology lab, a greenhouse, environmental science labs, and 247 acres of outdoor laboratories.
Conduct research
As you engage in cutting-edge work, you’ll have opportunities to conduct research alongside professors and you could present your findings at regional and national scientific conferences.
Student clubs and organizations
Get involved on campus by joining clubs like the Pre-Med Club, Creation Restoration Club, and Tri-Beta National Biology Honor Society.
Real-world impact
How will this minor help my career goals?
A minor in biology can enhance any career field, from business and education to healthcare.
A strong base in scientific thinking
You’ll learn to ask good questions, test your theories, and come to conclusions.
Healthcare-related careers
The biology minor can help you forge a strong base for many careers in medicine, healthcare, exercise science, and beyond.
Environmental sciences
By focusing on environmental biology, you can better prepare for careers tied to zoology, wildlife biology, horticulture, conservation, and more.
Prepare for graduate programs
Biology courses can help you prepare for graduate programs in medicine and the healthcare professions. And graduates from our biology programs have a great success rate of being accepted to graduate schools.
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Faculty mentors
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You’ll learn alongside faculty who are distinguished scholars and faithful Christians. They’ll know you by name and invest in your success. Professors are accessible between classes, and you’ll often find fellow students gathered or studying in our department lounge.
Accessible education
Tuition and financial aid
We want you to understand from the beginning what a Bethel education costs. That’s why we made it simple. Beginning in the 2025-26 academic year, tuition for the College of Arts & Sciences will be $25,990—down from $44,050. This more accurately reflects what you can expect to pay, empowering you to make informed decisions and become who you're meant to be.
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