Students in the CCV Liberal Studies A.S. program can pursue a UVM Biology (non pre-health) B.A. program.
The Department of Biology is the general biology research and teaching department at the University of Vermont. The department is committed to the active pursuit of scientific knowledge through integrative, cutting-edge research in neuroscience, cell biology, ecology, and evolution. Biology majors at UVM may concentrate on cell and molecular biology, neurobiology, environmental biology, forensic biology and pre-professional medical or veterinary biology, or they may remain generalists. In all programs the focus is on learning through small, experience-based classes, hands-on research and close faculty interaction. UVM Biology professors are respected, internationally known scientists and recipients of generous grants each year from organizations including the National Institutes of Health, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the National Science Foundation. Student research is encouraged and supported by stipends, departmental and university grant programs, and awards.
The Bachelor of Arts in Biology provides a general biology program that can be structured to meet student interests in a variety of concentrations including pre-professional (human or veterinary medical, dental, or allied health fields), cell and molecular biology, environmental biology (ecology, evolution, animal behavior), genetics, forensic biology, or neurobiology. Students should consult frequently with departmental faculty advisors to choose a structured set of elective biology courses.
Still undecided? Explore Biology at UVM.
What's a Pathway Program?
These academic paths guarantee qualified students from our partner institutions junior status at the time they transfer to UVM. Students considering any of these 2+2 or 3+2 programs are encouraged to work closely with the academic coordinator at your current institution.
Transfer pathways from CCV | Transfer pathways from other partner institutions
Ready to get serious? Explore the CCV Liberal Studies to UVM Biology pathway for coursework and credits.
| CCV Degree Program - Liberal Studies | UVM Degree Program - Biology (non pre-health) |
|---|---|
| Gen Ed - First Semester Seminar INT 1050 - Dimensions of Self and Society | HUMN 0XX, fulfills one CAS Humanities requirement |
| Gen Ed - Technological Literacy Select from approved list of CCV offerings | Elective (please refer to the UVM Transfer Guide) |
| Gen Ed - Communication ANT 2020 - Language, Culture, and Communication | ANTH 028 - D2:Linguistic Anthropology, fulfills University D2 requirement, one CAS Social Sciences requirement, CAS Non-European Cultures |
| Gen Ed - English Composition ENG 1061 - English Composition | ENGS 001 - FW:Written Expression fulfills University FWIL requirement |
| Gen Ed - Mathematics MAT 1230 - College Algebra (in preparation for Calculus at UVM) | MATH 009 - QR:College Algebra fulfills University QR requirement |
| Gen Ed - Research and Writing Intensive ENG 1310 - Introduction to Literature | ENGS 011 - Types of Literature fulfills CAS Literature requirement |
| Gen Ed - Scientific Method BIO 1211 - Introductory Biology: Ecology and Evolution | BIOL 002 - Principles of Biology fulfills one CAS Natural Sciences requirement and one BIOL Major requirement |
| Gen Ed - Human Expression Choose two courses from: DAN 2210, THA 2121, MUS 1025, MUS 1028, MUS 1060, any ART, any ARH, any FLM | One course fulfills CAS Fine Arts requirement and one course is Elective (please refer to the UVM Transfer Guide) |
| Gen Ed - Human Behavior Choose one course that meets UVM's SU requirement such as: ANT 1010, ANT 2010, GEO 2020, SOC 1010 Also choose one from: SOC 1020 SOC 2040 | fulfills University SU requirement fulfills University D1 requirement and one CAS Social Sciences requirement |
| Gen Ed - Global Perspectives and Sustainability (if Biology course is selected, it will not apply to UVM major) | Elective (please refer to the UVM Transfer Guide) |
| Gen Ed HUM 2010 - Seminar in Educational Inquiry | HUMN 0XX - fulfills one of CAS Humanities requirement |
| Liberal Studies Associates Degree - a minimum of 18 credits in Liberal Studies courses that meet your educational and career goals. To maximize transfer to UVM, students should complete: BIO 1212 - Introductory Biology: Cells and Genetic Basis of Life CHE 1031 - General Chemistry I CHE 1032 - General Chemistry II | BIOL 001 - Principles of Biology Fulfills one CAS Natural Sciences requirement and BIOL Major requirement CHEM 031 - General Chemistry I (BIOL Major requirement) CHEM 032 - General Chemistry II (BIOL Major requirement) |
| Electives credits (as needed to reach degree requirements) | Please refer to the UVM Transfer Guide |
| Total CCV credits: 60 |
| UVM Semester One | UVM Semester Two |
|---|---|
| CHEM 031 (if not completed at CCV) | CHEM 032 (if not completed at CCV) |
| MATH 019 | STAT 141 or 211 |
| MINOR** | BCOR 101 |
| MINOR | BCOR 102 |
| FOREIGN LANGUAGE* | FOREIGN LANGUAGE* |
| UVM Semester Three | UVM Semester Four |
| BIOL 255 | CHEM 042 (Ancillary Option B) |
| ADVANCED BIOL ELECTIVE | BCOR 103 |
| ADVANCED BIOL ELECTIVE | ADVANCED BIOL ELECTIVE |
| MINOR | MINOR |
| MINOR | MINOR |
| Total credits required to earn Bachelor's degree is 120 | |
*Variance in credit based on foreign language level
**Minor options can slightly vary in number of credits. Average number of credits is 18 - any adjustment will impact number of Elective credits needed to earn UVM degree.
UVM offers a wide variety of Minor options. Due to course sequencing and prerequisite completion, not all minors can be completed in four semesters. We recommend you connect with your advisor to discuss your career goals and degree completion timeline.
Please review the UVM catalogue for a list of available minors.