A School of Science student looks at a Petri dish with a professor; students walk to and from the Science Complex; and a student studies bone fragments in a biology lab.

School of Science

Science careers start here.

What’s the formula for academic success? Access to the faculty and research facilities of a global university + learning in smaller-sized classes = the Penn State Behrend School of Science.

Our students are given a hands-on, practical science education guided by experienced faculty. They also have opportunities to conduct substantive research experiences not typically offered at the undergraduate level.

Students learn about environmental science at Wintergreen Gorge, adjacent to campus.

Program Spotlight: Environmental Science

The B.S. in Environmental Science is the only undergraduate degree at Penn State that uses the studies of biology, chemistry, and geoscience to examine the human-earth interface. The program trains you to understand environmental processes, to analyze and solve environmental problems, and to communicate to other scientists and the public the consequences of using the planet’s energy and natural resources.

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Bachelor's Degrees

Pursue one of our four-year degrees to prepare for a career in the sciences or as a foundation for graduate or professional education.

Two students learn pre-medical skills from a faculty member at Penn State Behrend.

Specialized Areas of Study and Other Programs

Tailor your degree – with a minor, certificate, or pre-professional program – to meet your unique career goals.

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Visit Us

The best way to see if any college is right for you is to visit campus. Penn State Behrend hosts one major Saturday visitation event each semester, plus individual appointments most weekdays. Can’t make it to campus? Take our virtual 360-degree tour. 

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