Department of Biology (Undergrad)

1. Bachelors of Science in Biology
2. Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science
3. STEMteach
4. Pre-Medicine
5. Pre-Physician Assistant
6. Pre-Dental
7. Pre-Veterinary
8. Pre-Optometry

The mission of the UCA Biology Department is to promote, enhance, and contribute to the science of biology by offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs, engaging in biological research and actively assisting the individuals and organizations in our community.

• one of the best and most affordable options for higher education in the South. UCA offers over 150 degrees and certificates, spanning from certificate to doctorate.
• UCA housing is top rate, offering 11 residence halls and 6 apartment complexes. UCA also has 5 residential colleges that are co-education living and learning communities that provide opportunities to connect to every aspect of student life.
• Are you looking for opportunities to learn outside the traditional classroom setting? UCA offers study abroad programs through many academic disciplines, service learning initiatives through the Residential Colleges and the UCA Honors College is designed to take an interdisciplinary approach to learning through small classes taught in seminar format.
• UCA will only charge in-state tuition for international students who live in University housing

• The University of Central Arkansas maintained a ranking in the top 30 best regional public institutions in the South, according to the 2019 Best Colleges rankings by U.S. News & World Report released Sept. 10.
• The University of Arkansas is the only institution in the state ranked in the first tier of national universities in America’s Best Colleges.
• With fewer than 5% of business schools accredited worldwide, UCA’s College of Business received accreditation in 1984 and remains accredited at the undergraduate and MBA levels. The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide.

You are about to begin one of the most rewarding and exciting experiences of your college career: living with other students. Living in the residence halls or other campus housing offers you everything you need for college survival, as well as many advantages.

• single room: around $5300
• double room: around $6800