Bachelor of Science (BS) in Microbiology

Bachelor of Science in Microbiology:  Students must complete the following three requirements to earn this degree.

  1. The MU General Education Requirements
  2. The Microbiology Program Requirements
  3. The University Requirements for Graduation

Research and Honors options: Microbiology majors have the opportunity to pursue undergraduate research and departmental honors. Click the boxes below to learn more.

Research Opportunities
Departmental Honors

Accelerated BS to DVM degree: The accelerated option is available to qualified students to complete their degree requirements at an accelerated pace.  Microbiology majors who enroll in the MU Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree program prior to receiving their baccalaureate degree can earn credits from courses in the professional curriculum as outlined below.

CourseworkRegular B.S.Accelerated B.S. Option
General Education Courses~27 credits~27 credits
Microbiology Requirements~71 credits~55 credits
Free Electives~22 credits~8 credits
Credit from DVM Courses ~15 elective credits (1st year) ~15 microbiology credits (2nd year)
Total credits (sum)120 credits120 credits

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