Biology, BS, Pre-Medical Two-Year Plan
Transfer plan for the Bachelor of Science in Biology – Pre-Medical
Sample Plan for New Students
This is a sample and not the only way to complete this plan. Number of credits is in parentheses. Some classes have prerequisites. The example below assumes that you enter Seattle University with junior standing (90 credits), have earned a transferable associate degree, and have successfully completed an equivalent to the following:
- One year of Introductory Biology with labs
- One year of General Chemistry with labs
- Two terms of Organic Chemistry with labs
- One term of Calculus and one term of Calculus AND/OR Statistics
- Math may be Statistics, Calculus for Life Sciences, Calculus I, or Calculus II - courses equivalent to SU’s MATH 1210, 1230, 1334, or 1335.
Visit the Transfer Equivalency Guide on the Transfer Tools page for more information. Courses from your college/university that are not in the Guide may have equivalencies in SU’s Course Catalog. All courses on your incoming transcript will be evaluated for equivalencies after admission to SU.
Important Major Information
- Minimum Credits to Graduate: 180
- Credits in Major: 114
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.0
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0
Quarter-Based Degree Plan
Two-Year Plan for Students with Junior Standing
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 |
*BIOL Elective (5) |
BIOL 2700 – Genetics (5) |
BIOL 2600 – Ecology (5) |
| Course 2 |
PHYS 1050 – Mechanics + PHYS 1051 – Lab (4+1) |
PHYS 1060 – Waves, Sound, Electricity, & Magnetism + PHYS 1061 – Lab (4+1) |
PHYS 1070 – Thermodynamics, Optics, & Modern Physics + PHYS 1071+ Lab (4+1) |
| Course 3 |
UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
*BIOL Elective (5) |
UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
| Course 4 |
†BIOL 1400 – 1st Yr Experience (1) |
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†Transfer students may choose to take BIOL 1400 (1) in Fall OR BIOL elective in a future term
*BIOL electives include Anatomy, Physiology, and other choices (see Curriculum Notes)
First Transfer Year Steps for Success
- Decide when to take the MCAT and plan coursework beforehand as part of your test preparation
- Discuss plans with your professional advisor and biology faculty mentors.
- BIOL electives include Cell Bio, A&P, and other choices (see Curriculum Notes)
- Investigate career options, attend seminars, and think about post-SU educational programs or internships.
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 |
BIOL 4991 – Senior Synthesis I (2) |
BIOL 4992 – Senior Synthesis II (2) |
BIOL 4993 – Senior Synthesis III (1) |
| Course 2 |
*BIOL Elective (5) |
*BIOL Elective (5) |
BIOL 4996 – Sr Synthesis Seminar (1) |
| Course 3 |
*BIOL 4750 – Cell Biology + BIOL 4751 – Lab (4+2) |
CHEM 3600 – Intro to Biochemistry (5) |
*BIOL Elective (5) |
| Course 4 |
UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) |
General Electives (2) |
Second Transfer Year Steps for Success
- Finalize your plan for graduation, and review it with your advisor.
- Gather and pursue volunteer & internship experiences.
- Attend career events & consider graduate/professional school options.
- Apply for jobs, internships, and/or graduate or professional programs.
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
Module I is waived for students with a Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA) associate degree
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Reasoning
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- UCOR 1800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
Module II:
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2900 Ethical Reasoning OR UCOR 2910 Ethical Reasoning Business OR UCOR Ethical Reasoning Health Care
Module III:
- UCOR 3400 Humanities & Global Challenges OR UCOR 3600 Social Sciences & Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- Medical Schools commonly recommend these courses:
- Genetics, cell/molecular biology, and biochemistry (included in the sample plan)
- Behavioral sciences (ex: PSYC/ANTH/SOCL), as incoming transfer courses or general electives
- Anatomy and physiology (A&P) biology courses are found to be beneficial by students who attend medical school and include: BIOL 3250+3880 (=10 cr of BIOL electives) or BIOL 2200+2210 (2210 counts as 5 cr of BIOL electives).
- Students must earn C- or better in prerequisite BIOL, CHEM, and MATH courses
- At least 25 credits of 3000- or 4000-level BIOL courses are required
- BIOL electives* (BIOL≥2210) must include the following and one plant course:
- Choose one: BIOL 2750 – Biotechnology + BIOL 2751 – Lab, BIOL 3150 – Virology, BIOL 4700 – Molecular Genetics, OR BIOL 4750 – Cell Biology + BIOL 4751 – Lab
- Choose one: BIOL 2350 – Invertebrate Zoology & Biodiversity Science, BIOL 2520 – Plant Systematics, BIOL 3500 – Evolution, OR BIOL 3650 – Marine Biology
- Choose one: BIOL 3250 – Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy, BIOL 3300 – Developmental Biology, BIOL 3850 – Plant Physiology, OR BIOL 3880 – Animal Physiology
- 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.