Applied Science (Animal Biology) ,BAS
Animal Care, Animal Health, Animal/Human Connection, Animals, Biological Sciences, Biology
Do you love animals and science? This program is tailored for community college graduates who are passionate about improving animal well-being. Take further steps toward making a positive impact in this field.
The Bachelor of Applied Science program with a concentration in animal biology provides a direct pathway from an Associate of Applied Science degree to a BAS degree for students who want to prepare for careers in management and scientific and medical fields relevant to animals.
Students learn the underlying principles of animal health --- grounded in knowledge of cells, biological systems and behavior --- to solve problems in animal health and care. The curriculum emphasizes a solid foundation in biology, animal science and mathematics while offering specialized courses and opportunities for placement in internships in the field.
Students have access to a variety of career resources and opportunities to explore professions and engage with established professionals in a variety of areas.
- College/school:
College of Integrative Sciences and Arts
- Location: Polytechnic
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- Math
intensity: General
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
Transfer admission requirements:
Transfer students must complete BIO 181 General Biology I and BIO 182 General Biology II (or equivalent) and CHM 101 Introductory Chemistry or CHM 113 General Chemistry I (or equivalent).
Only students who have completed an AAS degree are eligible to declare BAS majors at ASU.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
With more than 300 programs available in more than 65 countries, Global Education programs enable students to tailor their educational experience to their specific interests and skill sets. Students expand their knowledge of animal biology and how it impacts society in a variety of cultures, and they can acquire a global perspective that prepares them to lead in their career.
Students earn ASU credit for completed courses while they stay on track for graduation, and they can apply financial aid and scholarships toward program costs.
Graduates have numerous entry-level career opportunities in animal health and nutrition, and they are also prepared to succeed in graduate or professional schools in disciplines such as:
- animal biology
- animal health
- biological research
- veterinary medicine
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
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8.6%
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$81,650
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4.1%
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$64,460
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3.0%
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$67,430
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19.1%
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$100,300
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1.0%
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$62,360
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5.7%
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$69,390
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School of Applied Sciences and Arts
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CISA@asu.edu
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3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
