You'll benefit from small class sizes in our Biological Sciences program, where you'll find abundant resources, personalized attention, and supportive faculty. You'll take classes and conduct research in the state-of-the-art Keck Center for Science and Engineering, recently ranked in the top ten best science lab facilities nationwide by the Princeton Review.
You'll also enjoy a flexible major structure that allows you to choose one of three tracks:
We see research as being invaluable to your experience as a science student. That's why unlike most schools, we let you get involved in research as early as your first year. You'll also experience research-based courses, exploring topics like innovative cancer therapeutics and the ecology of local water systems.
For your first two years in the program, you'll tackle relevant, real-world scientific challenges as part of a Grand Challenges Initiative team. You'll also experience hands-on learning through field-based courses, including our Galápagos travel course, tidepooling excursions in introductory biology, and marine biology boat cruises, which provide invaluable real-world exposure to diverse ecosystems and biological phenomena.
Along the way, your professors will be there to help guide you and support you in achieving your goals, whether that means earning grants or fellowships to assist with research projects, getting your scientific work published, pursuing a career in the medical professions or anything else.
Finally, as a senior, you'll synthesize all you've learned and work with Schmid College's dedicated science career advisor to prepare for your post-graduation path.
Our alumni go on to thrive in a wide range of professional and graduate programs as well as diverse STEM careers. Whether pursuing medical, dental, or veterinary school; diving into groundbreaking research; advancing innovations in biotechnology; or contributing to environmental conservation, our graduates are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and personalized mentorship needed to excel. Their successes reflect the program’s commitment to fostering versatile scientists who are ready to make meaningful impacts across varied fields within the life sciences.
Our faculty are world-class educators and researchers dedicated to providing a supportive and engaging learning environment. Trained in innovative teaching methods and committed to cutting-edge research, they bring both expertise and passion to the classroom and laboratory. With a strong focus on personalized education, our instructors prioritize mentoring each student as an individual, fostering academic growth and inspiring scientific curiosity. Their combined experience and dedication ensure that students receive a rich education grounded in both theory and real-world application.
Hagop Atamian
Jean-Louis Bru
Douglas Fudge
Rebecca Glineburg
Gregory Goldsmith
Kate Hill
Jeremy Hsu
Patricia C. Lopes
Christine O'Connell
Walter Piper
Melissa Rowland-Goldsmith
Kristianna Sarkan
Carolyn Sherff
Gennady Verkhivker
Lindsay Waldrop
Joseph Waterton
William Wright
Susan Yang
Cassandra Zalman
Internships are a great way to earn college credit and money while gaining research experience in a professional environment.
At Chapman, you'll be able to tap into our network of local hospitals, medical companies, environmental organizations and much more to find internships that will help you during your college career and beyond. You'll even have a dedicated career advisor and plenty of resources to help you out along the way.
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Take your passion for science abroad in one of our many study abroad programs. We'll work closely with you to find one that aligns with your schedule and goals so that you can go abroad and still graduate on time. Our programs range from a full year living and studying abroad to international internships over summer/winter break, and everything in between.
Joining a Schmid student club or organization is a great way to build your skills and meet new people, and at Chapman, you'll have hundreds of clubs and organizations to choose from. Join a community of fellow aspiring scientists in organizations like:
Interested in taking the next step? Learn how to apply or check out our transfer prerequisites. Have questions about our programs Please feel free to reach out to the Biological Sciences Program Director Dr. Douglas Fudge (fudge@chapman.edu) or the Associate Program Director Dr. Carolyn Sherff (sherff@chapman.edu).
Want to see all that Chapman has to offer? Join us for a tour of campus or explore our Keck Center for Science and Engineering.
You can explore all of Chapman’s undergraduate majors and minors with our program finder.
The Keck Center is the home of Schmid College and where you will take classes, research and collaborate.
Want to earn a master's degree in just one additional year on top of your bachelor's degree? Check out our accelerated science programs.
