We specialize in the Student to Scientist Transition

Students in our Biology major have a distinct advantage by choosing Westfield State. They are mentored throughout their education by hands-on faculty who are experts in many biology disciplines and can guide students in the direction of their curiosity and ambition.

All of our biology students are involved in undergraduate research, which gives them a distinct advantage in graduate school and careers. Students publish and present at conferences and are active on campus through the biology club, and professional development events where they meet biology alumni. We have state of the art labs, work spaces between the labs and faculty offices to encourage communication, and wheels on the tables and chairs to further encourage collaboration! Learn more about the Biology Department.

What makes us great

• Undergraduate research is a requirement 
• We host a charter of the national biology honor society, Beta Beta Beta 
• You begin relevant course work and are in the labs from your first semester 
• Our independent research students have 24-hour access to labs 
• The biology major can be customized to prepare you for careers or medical/graduate school in a variety of disciplines including medicine, veterinary, biotechnology, ecology, and teaching.

• Majors & Concentrations
  • Biology, B.S.
  • Biology, Biotechnology Concentration, B.S.
  • Biology Degree (B.S.) with Teacher Licensure Program
• Minors
  • Biology Minor
• Teaching Licensure (Post-Baccalaureate)
  • Biology (8-12)
• Part-Time Bachelor's
  • Biology, B.S.