Biology, BA with Law 3+3 Four-Year Plan
3+3 Four-Year Plan for the Bachelor of Arts in Biology with a Specialization in Law
Sample Plan for New Students
This is a sample and not the only way to complete this plan. Number of credits are in parentheses. Some classes have prerequisites.
- Plan assumes placement in MATH 1230/1334 by ALEKS exam or college credit, & if MATH 1028 (Trig) has not been fulfilled, it must be a MATH 1230/1334 corequisite.
Important Major Information
- Credits in BA: 142 quarter credits (3 years) + Law School Year 1 (30 semester credits) = 4 years
- Students must earn C- or better in prerequisite BIOL, CHEM, and MATH courses
- The 3+3 Plan allows you to earn Law School credits towards the general elective credits in your BA degree.
- In 6 years, you will earn both JD & BA.BIOL degrees:
- For the BA.BIOL with Law Program, students first complete a minimum of 142 quarter credits (Years 1 to 3), then 30 semester credits through the SU School of Law (Year 4) to earn the BA.BIOL. In Years 5+6, students complete two more years of Law coursework to earn a Law Degree (JD).
Quarter-Based Degree Plan
Four-Year Plan For New Students
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | BIOL 1620 – Evolution & Ecology + BIOL 1621 – Lab (4+1) | BIOL 1610 – Molecular & Cellular + BIOL 1611 – Lab (4+1) | BIOL 1630 – Physiology & Development + BIOL 1631 – Lab (4+1) |
| Course 2 | CHEM 1500 – General Chem I + CHEM 1501 – Lab (4+1) | CHEM 1510 – General Chem I + CHEM 1511 – Lab (4+2) | CHEM 1520 – General Chem III (4) OR CHEM 1590 – Research-Based III (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) |
| Course 4 | BIOL 1400 – 1st Yr Experience (1) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Explore your major and draft an educational plan in MySeattleU.
- Talk to biology faculty mentors.
- Meet with your advisor quarterly for discussion & educational plan approval
- Meet peers, learn about campus activities, and get involved.
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | BIOL Elective (5) | BIOL 2700 – Genetics (5) | BIOL Elective (5) |
| Course 2 | †MATH 1210, MATH 1230, OR MATH1334 | Science Elective (5) | Science Elective (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
†Choose MATH 1210 – Statistics for Life Sciences (5), MATH 1230 – Calculus for Life Sciences, OR MATH 1334 – Calculus I (5)
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Revise educational plan & consult quarterly with your advisor
- Prepare for, schedule, and take the LSAT or GRE in the summer after Year 2 or early fall of Year 3
- Be involved in campus and local activities.
- Attend career events.
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | BIOL Elective (5) | BIOL Elective (5) | BIOL Elective (5) |
| Course 2 | CHEM/CPSC/ENSC/MATH/PHYS Nat/Phys Science (5) | CHEM/CPSC/ENSC/MATH/PHYS Nat/Phys Science (5) | General Elective (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) |
| Course 4 | BIOL 4991 – Senior Synthesis I (2) | BIOL 4992 – Senior Synthesis II (2) | BIOL 4993 – Senior Synthesis III AND BIOL 4993 – Senior Synthesis III (1+1) |
Year 3 Steps for Success
- Revise educational plan & consult quarterly with your advisor.
- Participate in local activities and organizations.
- Investigate career options, attend career events, and think about post-SU educational programs or internships.
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | CIVL 100 – Civil Procedure (4) | PROP 100 – Property (4) |
| Course 2 | CONT 100 – Contracts I (3) | CONT 105 – Contracts II (3) |
| Course 3 | TORT 100 – Torts I (2) | TORT 105 – Torts II (3) |
| Course 4 | CRIM 100 – Criminal Law (4) | WRIT 200 – Legal Writing (2) |
| Course 5 | WRIT 100 – Legal Writing (2) |
Year 4 Steps for Success
- To complete the BA in Biology, take these law courses in Year 4.
- In Year 4 Fall, apply on MySeattleU for graduation with BA BIOL in Spring.
- Meet with Law School Advisor and make a course plan
- Years 5 & 6: Complete the Law Curriculum for the JD degree.
- Plan a summer internship
University Core Requirements
UCOR classes are listed in the sample plan as Module I, II, and III. See below for UCOR course titles listed by Module. See my.seattleu.edu for prerequisites and www.seattleu.edu/core for course descriptions. Honors and Matteo Ricci students have different Core requirements.
Module I:
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
Module II:
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2900 Ethical Reasoning
Module III:
- UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3400 Humanities and Global Challenges
- UCOR 3600 Social Sciences & Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- Discuss your academic and future plans with your Biology Faculty Mentor for biology specific guidance, and discuss Law School process and plans with Law Advisor
- Prepare for, schedule, and take the LSAT or GRE in the summer after Year 2 or early fall of Year 3
- Natural/Physical Science courses (CHEM/CPSC/ENSC/MATH/PHYS) may include:
- CHEM ≥2100, CPSC ≥1220, ENSC ≥3000, MATH ≥1210, PHYS ≥1050/51.
- Plan assumes placement in MATH 1230 – Calculus for Life Sciences or MATH 1334 – Calculus I by ALEKS exam or college credit, & if MATH 1028 – Trigonometry has not been fulfilled, it must be a prerequisite or corequisite of MATH 1230 – Calculus for Life Sciences/MATH 1334 – Calculus I
- A science elective course must be a course approved for Biology majors and may be a biology course
- At least 15 credits of the BIOL elective credits must be 3000- or 4000- level courses
- BIOL electives must include the following:
- Choose one: BIOL 2200, 2210, 3250, 3300, 3850, 3880, or 3890
- Choose one: BIOL 2350, 2520, 2530, 2600, 3500, 3650, 3660, 3800, 4620, 4630, 4640
- Choose one: BIOL 2220, 3100, 3150, 3820, 4100, 4150, 4700, or 4750+4751.
- Discuss your academic and future plans with your Biology Faculty Mentor for discipline-specific guidance and suggestions.
- Questions? Visit Sinegal (SINE) 401 or email biology@seattleu.edu
- For complete information on courses, prerequisites, etc., consult the Explore & Compare Programs page.
Use MySeattleU Student Planning to plan your courses and work closely with your academic advisor on your educational plan. You are responsible for tracking changes and ensuring you meet all degree requirements.
Visit the Seattle U Advising Services page for support or reach out to the Advising Center. Email CSE Advising at se-adv@seattleu.edu.
Resources for Success
Soar during your time here:
- Find support for academic success, inclusion, and professional formation from the Student Success division.
- Receive equal access to courses, programs, and activities with Disability Services.
- Get answers to common questions at the Student Resource Network.
Excel in every class:
- Sign up for academic support with Learning Assistance Programs.
- Strengthen your writer’s voice at the Writing Center.
- Level up your skills at the Math Lab.
Source the best research:
- Connect with your librarians for support on research and assignments.
- Search the expansive network of books, eBooks, databases, journals and more.
Graduate on time:
- Map out your degree plan with academic advising.
- Keep your momentum going with Summer Programs.
Build your future career:
- Meet with a Career Advisor from the Career Engagement Office.
- Explore career options at the “What Can I Do With This Major” page.
Expand your horizons:
- Apply for Undergraduate Research Funding Opportunity.
- Create something at the Media Production Center or Billodue Makerspace.