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The Bachelor of Science program provides training in the basic biological sciences leading to the bachelor of science degree in biology for:

鈥 Pre-health professionals
鈥 Entry into life science graduate training programs
鈥 Acquisition of entry level positions in the job market
鈥 Students seeking certification for secondary teaching careers, and
鈥 Graduate training leading to the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees

During the past decade, more than 90% of our graduates who have gone on to graduate and professional schools have performed successfully and have entered society to provide service and leadership as life scientists.

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Career/Internship Opportunities:

Genomics & Biomedical Research Scholars Program Application Link and QR code:

AGTC Genomic Research Application QRcode

AGTC-Genomic Research Internship

McNair Scholars Program Application Link:听 CLICK HERE


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2026 Summer Opportunities:

TIERA Summer Opportunity


Dr. Artenzia C. Young-Seigler
Professor and Department Chair
Department of Biological Sciences

Email: ayoung@tnstate.edu

(615) 963-5753

On the Main Campus, the Department of Biological Sciences is housed in Harned Hall and McCord Hall.

Biological Sciences
(615) 963-5753

Chemistry
(615) 963-5321

Mathematical Sciences
(615) 963-5869

College of Life and Physical Sciences
(615) 963-5811