DelVal is one of the few private universities in the U.S. to offer an array of biology-related specializations – enabling you to tailor your program to your interests and goals. You will enjoy hands-on learning in small classes with advanced instruments and equipment and explore natural study areas on our 1,000-acre campus that we call our living laboratories.
Why Study Biology at DelVal?
- Gain hands-on experience as an undergraduate that many students at other schools do not get until graduate school.
- You will use state-of-the-art laboratory equipment.
- Choose from four specializations based on your area of interest.
- You have the option to conduct a semester-long research project of your choice with one-on-one guidance from a faculty mentor.
- Present your research at regional and national conferences.
- Your faculty will get you outside of the classroom to participate in hands-on activities in scenic natural study areas on and near campus.
100%
gain real-world experience
$30,100
average scholarship and grant amount awarded to freshmen in 2025-26
18
Average class size
BIOLOGY AT-A-GLANCE
Delaware Valley University prepares you for various careers in the field of biology through a diverse selection of courses.
Sample Courses:
- Comparative Anatomy
- Ecology
- Evolution
- Genetics
- Histology
- Human Anatomy
- Invertebrate Zoology
- Limnology
- Microbiology
- Tropical Ecology
- Virology
Recommended Minors
- Agribusiness
- Biochemistry
- Biotechnology Minor (for Food Science and Food Technology Specializations)
- Business Administration
- Communication
- Food Systems
- One Health Communication
- Policy Studies
- Writing
Biology Specializations
The environmental biology specialization will allow you to study biology through a conservation lens. Courses cover subjects such as animal biology, plant biology, soils, wildlife conservation, ecology, and aquatic ecology. This specialization offers courses such as Soil Classification, Plant Communities, Hydrogeology, and more.
In the microbiology and biotechnology specialization, you will be able to focus your degree on biology within the laboratory environment. Courses cover applicable topics such as microbiology, molecular biology, physiology, and statistics. This specialization offers classes such as Food Microbiology and Plant Cell and Tissue Culture.
Our pre-professional biology specialization is designed for students who want to continue to pursue graduate or professional school. Courses focus on cell biology, histology, immunology, microbiology, and physiology.
In our zoology specialization, your studies will cover animal biology topics. This specialization offers fascinating courses on amphibians, birds, fish, invertebrates, and mammals. Some of the classes offered to students focusing on zoology include Animal Husbandry Techniques, Wildlife Management, and Clinical Pathology.
The Experience360 Program gives you the opportunity to apply classroom lessons to real-world activities in the field of biology through internships, career exploration experiences, student research, study abroad, leadership development and more.
Biology Students Present Research
Tiara Dwight
Diana Rachii
Christiana Rizzo
Olivia Conforti
Meredith Mayer '24
Victoria Moreira
Kelsey Stoneberg with professor Kim Johnston at the Pennsylvania Academy of Sciences conference.
Get Involved
Student Clubs & Organizations
- Biology Club - Explore the latest frontiers of biological science as well as a variety of biology career paths!
- Pre-Vet Club - Learn about veterinary medicine careers with your peers!
- American Association of Zookeepers (AAZK) - Learn about animal care through different means such as zoos, aquariums, conservation, and research!
- Animal Lifeline Club - Help animal shelters while making new friends!
- Wildlife Society - Explore wildlife conservation issues and careers through our student chapter of this national professional organization!
- Ducks Unlimited- Learn about wetlands and waterfowl conservation through our student Ducks Unlimited chapter!
- Augering Aggies - Participate in our competitive soil judging team!
- Sisters in S.T.E.M. - Sisters in S.T.E.M. aims to excite and empower women at Delaware Valley University with knowledge and confidence in the S.T.E.M. field to become future problem solvers and leaders.
Dr. Christopher Tipping, Chair, Department of Biology, Professor
POV of Biology Students
