Bachelor of Science in Human Biology
The Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Biology is a comprehensive program of study requiring successful completion of a minimum of 124 semester hours. The curriculum focuses on the study of human biology requiring prerequisite courses in English, Psychology, Social Science, Humanities, General Biology, General and Organic Chemistry, Physics and College Algebra. Apply now!
General Degree Information
The related laboratory experience is required in each of the prerequisite science courses. The coursework is completed during the first four trimesters of study at Logan. It provides a unique background of study for those students seeking to enter the work force, preparing for graduate studies, or applying for admission to professional health programs such as medicine, osteopathy, podiatry, dentistry or chiropractic. Logan College of Chiropractic/University Programs is accredited as an institution by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools to award the Bachelor's Degree in Human Biology.
Applicants
Application for the Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Biology is made through the Office of Admissions for those students entering Logan. For students currently enrolled in the Doctor of Chiropractic Degree Program, application is made through the Office of the Registrar. Graduates of Logan with the Doctor of Chiropractic Degree may seek admission to the program by contacting the Office of the Registrar.
Degree Requirements
Successful completion of a minimum of 124 semester credit hours is required with 65 in the required degree major courses and 59 hours in required general education courses. Academic and professional excellence is expected and encouraged. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 is required for graduation. Transfer coursework is not calculated into the cumulative GPA.
Residency Requirement
A minimum of 75 percent of the degree major coursework must be earned as an enrolled student at Logan. The number of degree major credits earned at Logan must be no fewer than 49 in order to be eligible to receive the Human Biology Degree. In addition, a residency requirement consisting of a minimum of three trimesters of full-time (12 credits) enrollment must be completed at Logan in order to qualify for receipt of the Bachelor of Science degree in Human Biology.
Doctors of Chiropractic Seeking the Bachelor of Science in Human Biology Degree
Logan graduates may qualify for the Bachelor of Science in Human Biology Degree. The application process is initiated through the Office of the Registrar. Following the application, the transcripts will be reviewed of all coursework taken prior to the Doctor of Chiropractic Degree Program as well as coursework taken at Logan. The applicant will be requested to furnish official transcripts of all coursework subsequent to graduation with the Doctor of Chiropractic Degree as well. A determination will be made as to the measures needed to complete the program. Graduates must fulfill the requirements of the Bachelor of Science in Human Biology Degree, which were in existence at the time of their application for the Bachelor of Science Degree. After five years, the student must reapply.