Hey, is there a biology major out there who's opted for a liberal arts college? It's what I'm considering, for the smaller class sizes and different approach. Which Liberal arts colleges have a great bio program?
Great question! A few liberal arts colleges have quite strong programs in biology. One to consider is Amherst College. Amherst has a Biology department that offers a range of courses from Cell Biology to Evolution and Ecology. Students also have the opportunity to engage in research projects.
Another liberal arts college well-regarded for its biology program is Swarthmore College. The college has state-of-the-art labs and offers diverse courses like Molecular Biophysics and Disease Ecology. Swarthmore boasts of close student-faculty interaction, giving students an advantage in terms of research opportunities and personalized attention.
Williams College is also a noteworthy option. Their biology program is robust and offers courses across a range of biological sub-disciplines. In addition, students have opportunities for significant lab, field-based, and independent study research.
Bowdoin College is known for a strong Environmental Studies program, for students more focused on ecology and environmental biology. Pomona College is also a great option on the west coast, with strong offerings across a range of biology subfields.
Remember, at liberal arts colleges, you're going to get smaller class sizes and often more interaction with faculty, both in and out of the classroom compared to larger research universities.
Of course, each program has its strengths and weaknesses and what fits best will depend on your specific interests within biology, so I would recommend looking at these programs and seeing whether they match up with what you're most interested in studying.
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