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Department of
Biological Sciences

You don’t just study life. You prepare for it.


Use the Scientific Method …

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Observe: The Department of Biological Sciences is the largest department of the College of Arts and Sciences, offering state-of-the-art instruction and research technology.

Develop Your Hypothesis: Biology at Nicholls is a great way to learn and experience science.

Test Your Hypothesis:

  • The department prides itself on its internationally recognized faculty.
  • Among all 113 different majors on campus, one fourth of all honors students are biology majors.
  • Our students have high acceptance rates to graduate and health care schools.
  • We are home to one of oldest marine biology programs in the state.

Make Your Conclusion: Nicholls biology is the right major for you!

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Study marine biology in Louisiana’s marshes and swamps.

Help end coastal erosion.

Make seafood safer to eat.

Only at Nicholls!

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Welcome

0731-earl-melancon-04.jpgWelcome to Biological Sciences at Nicholls State University.

Our department offers 13 concentrations areas of study for students pursing a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology or Agriculture. We also offer a Master of Science degree in Marine and Environmental Biology.

Join us in the Department of Biological Sciences if you …

Check out our Web site. You’ll arrive at the same conclusion that thousands of our graduates have: You don’t just study life, you prepare for it.

Dr. Earl Melancon
Department Head of Biological Sciences