On Campus
Students in the Biology Health Science degree program at UNK integrate the knowledge of how living organisms function, develop, reproduce and evolve with a health science emphasis that ensures graduates leave the program ready to pursue further education in the medical field.
Biology Health Science students gain a solid foundation in biological and physical sciences and have opportunity to work one-on-one with professors who are specialized in a wide field of interests. UNK's Health Science Education Complex, and our partnership with University of Nebraska Medical Center as well as two area hospitals and numerous medical clinics make Kearney the best place to be in health sciences.
Because of the specialized study offered by this comprehensive program, no minor or second major is required.
For more information contact:
Dr. Janet Steele
Professor of Biology
steelej@unk.edu
Credit Hours
General Studies requirement has been reduced to 30 credit hrs allowing more freedom and making it easier to transfer to UNK.
Degree Received
Biology Comprehensive, Bachelor of Science, Health Science Emphasis
Per Credit Hour
With the New Nebraskan Scholarship all undergraduate students pay in-state tuition
The 4-year class schedule below is a sample timeline for progress toward a Health Science degree at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. For more information about requirements and course options, consult with your academic advisor.
“It’s one thing to learn about science; it’s entirely different to get out there and do it. I did research for three years in the biology department. I enjoyed getting to know the faculty. Everyone wanted me to succeed, and they did an excellent job preparing me for professional school. We get the benefits of a small school with the opportunities of a large one. The number of opportunities at UNK allowed me to be actively involved on and off campus and take part in some organizations that smaller schools can’t offer.”
Biology Comprehensive: Health Science Emphasis
Learn more about the types of jobs and common employers that Health Science graduates work for.
UNK is Nebraska’s most affordable university even BEFORE financial aid is awarded. You’ll quickly discover that no one works harder than UNK to reduce the cost of an education and provide the best value. Learn more about scholarships and financial aid for your Biology Health Science Degree Program
at the University of Nebraska at Kearney.
