Credits required
180 Oregon State University is on a quarter-term system. There are four quarters each year and classes are 11 weeks long. This program's 180 quarter credits are equal to 120 semester credits.*
Cost per credit
$366 Based on current tuition rates. No additional charge for nonresident students. Does not include course materials and associated fees and expenses.
Delivery
Online You can complete all or nearly all requirements of this program online. View the curriculum.
Start terms
4 per year

B.S. in Zoology – Online

Careers

Oregon State’s B.S. in Zoology degree is ideal if you’re interested in a wide range of careers in the life sciences. A zoology academic advisor will work with you to determine how the degree can best help you to meet your specific goals.

Professional development courses in the major explore career opportunities and develop soft skills in areas such as emotional intelligence and team dynamics. This knowledge will be helpful once you enter the workforce with your zoology degree in hand.

Job market outlook 

Make a well-informed decision on which degree to pursue online by using the following live job market information from public and private data sources.

Oregon State’s Career Development Center also presents a list of sample job titles for zoology alumni.

Career services

An added benefit is that you’ll have access to OSU's Career Development Center, which provides valuable resources to help you find lifelong career success and meaningful employment in a diverse world.

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