How many colleges in Illinois offer Biology programs?

CampusPin currently lists 81 U.S. colleges and universities in Illinois that offer Biology programs. The list updates daily as institutions report new program offerings to IPEDS.

What's the tuition for a Biology program in Illinois?

Among the 50 Biology programs listed in Illinois, published in-state tuition ranges from $3,552 to $65,997 (median around $27,556). Public institutions are typically lower for in-state students than private ones. Always verify the current cost of attendance with each school before applying.

What jobs can a Biology degree lead to?

A Biology degree commonly leads to roles such as Pre-medicine pathway → MD/DO, Research Lab Technician, Biotech Researcher, PhD Biologist (academia). Typical pay (early-career; BLS figures are occupation-wide medians): $48,000–$72,000 early-career (varies; PhD significantly higher).

Can I apply to a Biology program in Illinois with the Common App?

Many Biology programs in Illinois accept the Common Application. CampusPin tags each school's Common App acceptance, use the Common App filter on /results to narrow to programs you can apply to with one application.

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Biology colleges in Illinois

CampusPin lists 81 U.S. colleges in Illinois that offer Biology programs. Compare tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment in the table below, every figure links back to the institution's official IPEDS data.

Biology is the foundational pre-health major, covering molecular, cellular, organismal, and ecological levels of living systems.

Schools in Illinois that offer Biology

Biology programs in Illinois: by the numbers

A quick comparison of the 50 schools (of 81 total) listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.

Schools listed

Public / private

10 / 40

Universities / 2-year

46 / 4

Cities represented

In-state tuition range

$3,552–$65,997

Median in-state tuition

$27,556

Lowest published in-state tuition

Lewis and Clark Community College

$3,552

Most selective

Northwestern University

7% acceptance

Largest by enrollment

Chamberlain University-Illinois

28,871 students

Figures reflect the schools currently listed and each institution's most recent reported data. Verify current tuition and admissions details with the school before applying.

What you'll study in a Biology program

General biology, cell, and molecular biology
Genetics
Ecology and evolution
Anatomy and physiology
Microbiology
Biochemistry
Lab techniques (PCR, gel electrophoresis, microscopy, sequencing)
Senior research project

Where a Biology degree can lead

Pre-medicine pathway → MD/DO
Research Lab Technician
Biotech Researcher
PhD Biologist (academia)
Medical Lab Scientist
Forensic Biologist

Typical pay: $48,000–$72,000 early-career (varies; PhD significantly higher)

A Biology major covers cellular and molecular biology, genetics, organismal biology, ecology, evolution, and physiology. Programs require a strong chemistry sequence (general and organic), physics, and calculus. Many BS-track programs require additional biochemistry and statistics. Common concentrations include Cell & Molecular, Ecology & Evolution, Marine, Microbiology, and Biotechnology.

Biology is the most common pre-medical major and a strong feeder into PhD programs in biological sciences. Graduates work in research labs, biotech, pharmaceutical, environmental, and clinical fields.

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Use CampusPin's filter-first search to narrow 81+ Biology programs in Illinois by tuition, school size, acceptance rate, and campus setting.

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