Applicants should possess adequate undergraduate preparation in biology or a related discipline with a minimum 3.0 GPA in science and math courses. Research experience can bolster applications when the 3.0 GPA minimum is not met. Suggested courses include biology (a minimum of 18 upper-division credits), chemistry (a minimum of eight upper-division credits, including two semesters of organic chemistry or one semester of organic chemistry and another of biochemistry), physics (two semesters), mathematics (such as a course in calculus). A formal minor is not permitted.
For students interested in ecology, evolution or systematics, additional coursework in some of the following areas is also recommended: genetics, general ecology, evolution, introductory statistics, general botany and a taxonomically oriented course. For students interested in cell or molecular biology, additional coursework in some of the following areas is recommended: genetics, biochemistry, cell biology, physiology, molecular biology, microbiology or immunology.
Demonstrate English Language Proficiency
Financial documents are required to complete an application for admission and be reviewed for admission and merit scholarships.
Proof of financial support that must include:
A letter of financial support from the person(s) or sponsoring agency funding the student's time at Saint Louis University
A letter from the sponsor's bank verifying that the funds are available and will be so for the duration of the student's study at the University
Academic records, in English translation, of students who have undertaken postsecondary studies outside the United States must include:
Courses taken and/or lectures attended
Practical laboratory work
The maximum and minimum grades attainable
TOFEL ibt 80
TOFEL pbt 550
IELTS 6.5