Entry requirements
For international students
pApplicants should possess adequate undergraduate preparation in biology with a minimum 3.0 GPA in science and math courses.ppSuggested 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.ppFor 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.ppEnglish Language Proficiency RequirementsppTo ensure a successful academic experience at Saint Louis University, we require international applicants to demonstrate they are proficient in the English language by submitting scores from any one of the following standardized tests:pp5; Internet-based p
