Biology: Pre-Professional Concentration

Bachelor’s
90%
Med School Acceptance Rate
Of the NGU biology majors who apply to med school, 90% are accepted, historically.
12:1
Student/Faculty Ratio
Connect to countless resources and career opportunities, all thanks to NGU’s smaller class sizes.
#36
Best Value Schools
U.S. News and World Report (2025)

Prepare for Graduate School

Build a foundation in the sciences of living organisms and life processes. Study human anatomy, genetics, ecology, microbiology, chemistry, and other disciplines to prepare you for further study. This program is designed to train you for advanced studies and graduate school while sharpening your problem-solving and research skills needed to pursue careers in health and medicine. Our graduates have worked in careers such as dentistry, pharmacy, biotechnology, veterinary medicine, agriculture, ecology, and education.

Why Choose?

  • Explore Your Career Path with an Internship: Our students have interned with local organizations, including the Greenville Zoo, Roper Mountain Science Center, and other private and public institutions.
  • Graduate School Preparation: This program is designed to help prepare you for and navigate further education and graduate school. Let us connect you to your career goals.
  • Diverse Career Pathways: Start your journey with a wide range of potential career opportunities, from veterinary medicine to dentistry, as you discover your interests.

Program Overview

  • Why NGU?

    At North Greenville University, you will grow academically and spiritually to become the transformational leader God has uniquely called you to be. All courses are taught from a Christ-centered perspective, integrating faith and learning. Wherever you are, NGU is here to help you reach your academic and professional goals.

  • Purpose

    Build your skills and expand your career possibilities in the life sciences with a pre-professional concentration, focused on preparing you for graduate school. Strengthen your curiosity about the world, through your first year in the program to your senior research project.

Sample Courses

Biology Year 1

Year 1 Sample Courses

  • Principles of Biology with lab
  • BIOL-1470 Comparative Biology with lab
  • General Chemistry I and II with labs
  • Advanced Algebra and Trigonometry
Biology Year 2

Year 2 Sample Courses

  • Biology Research and Analysis
  • Genetics
  • Cell and Molecular Biology
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Organic Chemistry
Biology Year 3

Year 3 Sample Courses

  • Cell Biology
  • Biochemistry
  • Genetics
  • Ecology
  • Research Project or Teaching Assistant
Biology Year 4

Year 4 Sample Courses

  • Embryology
  • Intelligent Design
  • Earth Science
  • Research Project or Teaching Assistant

Get to Know Our Faculty!

Debo Nathaniel, PhD
Department Chair, Biology
Jeffrey French, PhD
Professor, Biology
Allison Bridges, PhD
Assistant Professor, Biology
Georges Chreifi, PhD
Assistant Professor, Biology
Christina K. Eddy, PhD
Professor, Biology
Robert K. Knepp, DC
Associate Professor, Biology
Nathan Reed, PhD
Assistant Professor, Biology

Have Questions? Contact Us!

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Jeffrey French, PhD

Professor, Biology
864.977.7132 jeffrey.french@ngu.edu
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