Biology Transfer Major

Health Sciences Liberal Arts and Transfer

Biology is a branch of science that studies living organisms and their vital processes, encompassing the fields of botany, conservation, ecology, evolution, genetics, marine biology, medicine, microbiology, molecular biology, physiology and zoology. Completing this two-year transfer degree puts you on a successful track in many bachelor's degree programs in the field, and agreements with four-year colleges ensure your credits will transfer to the Regent universities.

Employers need biologists in the biotechnology industry, including pharmaceutical companies, university research laboratories, medical research centers, forensic laboratories, museums and government agencies. The degree prepares you for a four-year degree in health programs and life sciences.

Award: Associate of Science
Credits: 60
Locations: Calmar, Peosta
Entry: Fall, Spring, Summer

Paying for the Program

$13,452*

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees: $15,192*

There are many options available for tuition savings. Contact the Admissions or Financial Aid office for more information.

Financial Aid Info
  1. Apply for admission.
  2. Submit official high school, high school equivalency and/or college transcripts to the Admissions Office of the campus you plan to attend.
  3. Complete ACCUPLACER® reading and writing assessment and ALEKS® math assessment for course placement. Assessments may be waived based on previous college coursework or submission of valid ACT®, or SAT® test scores. Reading and writing scores are valid for three years, and math scores are valid for two years. 
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Northeast Iowa Community College maintains formal transfer agreements with the institutions listed below.  If you plan to transfer to a four-year college, you should consult with your NICC advisor and an advisor at the four-year institution you intend to transfer with any questions or to select courses that satisfy the requirements of that institution.

Michael Gau
Dean of Business, Graphic Design, Paralegal, and Science

  • Email: gaum@nicc.edu
  • Phone: 844.642.2338, ext. 2322
  • Location: Peosta