Bachelor of Science - BS Biology Alvernia University Reading

The study of biology is important as it enables students to develop scientific skills and techniques that can be applied to fields such as environmental science, healthcare, and biotechnology. As a biology major, you’ll use laboratory materials and equipment to examine cells and tissues, explore human physiology, isolate and manipulate DNA and protein, grow and analyze microbes such as bacteria, and study and propagate plants. You may participate in studies involving biomedical and environmental analysis, facilitated by the very latest equipment and tools. Alvernia’s Biology program offers coursework that enables qualifying students to enter the Reading Hospital Medical Laboratory Science program after completing their third year at Alvernia. They also partner with Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine to offer an early acceptance program for students who qualify to enter the college’s School of Dental Medical, School of Pharmacy, or Medical College following completion of their degree at Alvernia.

Reading College Towne is a strategy and model for championing economic redevelopment in downtown Reading. Through partnerships and collaborations with the City of Reading and local businesses and organizations, Alvernia serves as a strategic enabler for strengthening the local economy downtown. Starting with purchasing a vacant building and then adding academic programming, a business incubator within Alvernia’s O’Pake Institute for Economic Development and Entrepreneurship and eventually student housing, Alvernia becomes a key leader in reviving engagement and energy in downtown Reading.