Biology Transfer Pathway

Explore Biology at Riverland

Our Biology program lets you finish your first two years at Riverland and then transfer to a Minnesota State university to finish your four-year degree. It saves you money and gets you ready for advanced biology studies.

Why Start at Riverland?

• Small class sizes mean more personal attention
• Flexible class options to fit your life
• Lower tuition saves you money

Career Paths with a Biology Degree

With a biology degree, you can choose many careers in health, science, or research. Here are some examples:

• Medical and dental programs
• Pharmacy and physical therapy
• Veterinary medicine
• Chiropractic and optometry
• Microbiology and lab work

Transfer Options

Your Associate of Science degree will transfer to any Minnesota State university. You’ll start as a junior at schools like:

• Bemidji State University
• Minnesota State University, Mankato
• St. Cloud State University
• Winona State University
• Metropolitan State University
• Southwest Minnesota State University
• Minnesota State University, Moorhead

Scholarships

• Diann and Gene Pflaum Endowed Mathematics Scholarship
• Stephen C. Wright Scholarship
• The Lee's Education Excellence Scholarship
• Dennis Maschka Endowed Scholarship (for transfer students)

Learn more: Riverland Foundation Scholarships