Students wishing to begin their Veterinary careers at Southwestern may meet entrance requirements to Veterinary and graduate schools by following the BS in Biology degree program. Students will select courses that meet specific entrance requirements under the guidance of a departmental advisor. The Department of Biology’s primary goal is to expose students to the broad body of knowledge involved in the study of life. The program’s dedicated faculty guide students through the course work which includes extensive field work and hands-on research opportunities preparing students to meet the competitive admissions requirements of professional institutions.