Biology · Indiana
Biology colleges in Indiana
CampusPin lists 51 U.S. colleges in Indiana 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 Indiana that offer Biology
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$24,735
Acceptance
39%
Enrollment
11,961
Anderson University
Anderson, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$33,580
Acceptance
53%
Enrollment
3,992
Ball State University
Muncie, IN · University · Public
Tuition
$10,758
Acceptance
72%
Enrollment
19,336
Bethany Theological Seminary
Richmond, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$24,735
Acceptance
69%
Enrollment
8,027
Bethel University
Mishawaka, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$18,168
Acceptance
97%
Enrollment
1,926
Butler University
Indianapolis, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$45,980
Acceptance
86%
Enrollment
5,627
Calumet College of Saint Joseph
Whiting, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$22,650
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
561
Chamberlain University-Indiana
Indianapolis, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$19,686
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
177
Concordia Theological Seminary
Fort Wayne, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$24,735
Acceptance
40%
Enrollment
3,271
DePauw University
Greencastle, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$57,070
Acceptance
54%
Enrollment
1,804
Earlham College
Richmond, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$51,840
Acceptance
74%
Enrollment
673
Franklin College
Franklin, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$37,350
Acceptance
71%
Enrollment
927
Goshen College
Goshen, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$37,760
Acceptance
89%
Enrollment
812
Grace College and Theological Seminary
Winona Lake, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$30,034
Acceptance
81%
Enrollment
1,965
Hanover College
Hanover, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$42,894
Acceptance
84%
Enrollment
1,153
Horizon University
Indianapolis, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$9,840
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
66
Huntington University
Huntington, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$29,982
Acceptance
71%
Enrollment
1,234
Indiana Institute of Technology
Fort Wayne, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$30,446
Acceptance
57%
Enrollment
1,642
Indiana Institute of Technology-College of Professional Studies
Fort Wayne, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$9,900
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
2,446
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN · University · Public
Tuition
$9,992
Acceptance
92%
Enrollment
8,256
Indiana University-Bloomington
Bloomington, IN · University · Public
Tuition
$11,790
Acceptance
80%
Enrollment
47,265
Indiana University-East
Richmond, IN · University · Public
Tuition
$8,179
Acceptance
71%
Enrollment
2,685
Indiana University-Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN · University · Public
Tuition
$10,449
Acceptance
81%
Enrollment
25,042
Indiana University-Kokomo
Kokomo, IN · University · Public
Tuition
$8,179
Acceptance
85%
Enrollment
2,526
Indiana University-Northwest
Gary, IN · University · Public
Tuition
$8,179
Acceptance
77%
Enrollment
2,840
Indiana University-South Bend
South Bend, IN · University · Public
Tuition
$8,179
Acceptance
86%
Enrollment
4,335
Indiana University-Southeast
New Albany, IN · University · Public
Tuition
$8,179
Acceptance
83%
Enrollment
3,554
Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion
Marion, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$31,168
Acceptance
82%
Enrollment
2,055
Ivy Tech Community College
Indianapolis, IN · Community College · Public
Tuition
$4,912
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
54,926
John Patrick University of Health and Applied Sciences
South Bend, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$19,520
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
377
Manchester University
North Manchester, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$37,090
Acceptance
91%
Enrollment
1,155
Martin University
Indianapolis, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$12,830
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
210
Mid-America College of Funeral Service
Jeffersonville, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$19,800
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
337
Oakland City University
Oakland City, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$27,150
Acceptance
68%
Enrollment
598
Purdue University Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN · University · Public
Tuition
$9,254
Acceptance
86%
Enrollment
6,214
Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN · University · Public
Tuition
$10,110
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
44,132
Purdue University Northwest
Hammond, IN · University · Public
Tuition
$8,419
Acceptance
71%
Enrollment
6,563
Purdue University-Main Campus
West Lafayette, IN · University · Public
Tuition
$9,992
Acceptance
50%
Enrollment
52,678
Saint Mary's College
Notre Dame, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$51,430
Acceptance
81%
Enrollment
1,493
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College
Saint Mary of the Woods, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$33,490
Acceptance
76%
Enrollment
1,225
Taylor University
Upland, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$39,104
Acceptance
76%
Enrollment
1,916
Trine University
Angola, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$35,600
Acceptance
85%
Enrollment
2,658
Trine University-Regional/Non-Traditional Campuses
Angola, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$9,576
Acceptance
22%
Enrollment
8,059
University of Evansville
Evansville, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$42,676
Acceptance
78%
Enrollment
1,845
University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$36,136
Acceptance
73%
Enrollment
4,637
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$62,693
Acceptance
12%
Enrollment
13,129
University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$35,420
Acceptance
98%
Enrollment
1,601
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN · University · Public
Tuition
$10,136
Acceptance
95%
Enrollment
7,198
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, IN · University · Private
Tuition
$46,588
Acceptance
92%
Enrollment
2,820
Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN · University · Public
Tuition
$6,886
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
3,739
Biology programs in Indiana: by the numbers
A quick comparison of the 50 schools (of 51 total) listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.
Schools listed
51
Public / private
16 / 34
Universities / 2-year
49 / 1
Cities represented
32
In-state tuition range
$4,912–$62,693
Median in-state tuition
$23,693
Lowest published in-state tuition
Ivy Tech Community College
$4,912
Most selective
University of Notre Dame
12% acceptance
Largest by enrollment
Ivy Tech Community College
54,926 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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