Biology Academic Services in-office advising and services are closed until further notice. Advisers are currently meeting with students via Zoom or email.

You may reach us at: bioladv@uw.edu

Current/Perspective students, parent, and community questions not addressed by our webpage will receive an answer. Academic Services Staff will closely monitor this email account to ensure a timely response and make phone or other electronic appointments to address concerns.

Additionally, you may find answers to your questions at these two regularly updated sites:

Enhancing the student experience

What inspires your curiosity? The Biology program at the University of Washington firmly believes that curiosity should lead you to the field of study that sparks an undeniable interest. Biology students have myriad opportunities to explore subjects and issues that influence our lives and the surrounding environment in which we live. Through challenging and engaging courses, fieldwork, research, and internships, our students develop a keen awareness of the miraculous nature of Biology. Additionally, the depth and breadth of biological studies at UW serve as a foundation for broad and diverse career options.

The Department of Biology is currently the largest undergraduate major on the UW Seattle campus. The majors below provide training in biology at all levels, from introductory to highly advanced and give students the opportunity to choose a curriculum that best suits their needs.

Click here to view biology course offerings.

DEGREES - The Department of Biology offers two degree programs, one leading to a B.A. in Biology and one leading to a B.S. in Biology.

B.A. in Biology: