We are conducting research to address the greatest challenges of our time and train the next generation of biologists. We are breaking new ground in the field — from coral reefs in the Florida Keys to mangroves in the Everglades to tropical rainforests around the world — as well as in our cutting-edge laboratories, providing training and research opportunities in a variety of disciplines.
Degrees & Programs
- BA in Biological Sciences
- Tracks: Allied Health Profession; Health Policy, Environmental Policy and Pre-Law; Science Communication; Bioentrepreneur
- BS in Biological Sciences
- Forensic Biomolecular Biology Track
- Pre-Health Curricula
- BS in Biological Sciences with Honors
- BS in Biological Sciences: Biology Education
- BS in Biological Sciences: Quantifying Biology in the Classroom
- BS in Marine Biology
- BS in Marine Biology with Honors
- BS in Marine Biology with Honors
- Minor in Biology
- Minor in Marine Biology
Support Our Students
An endowed scholarship fund has been established in the name of the late Professor David W. Lee, renowned botanist and nature author, to benefit graduate students in Biological Sciences and Earth and Environment conducting research in botany. Learn about Dr. Lee’s impact on our department and contribute to his award.
News
Class of 2029: Sebastian Lopez, eye doctor in the making
Aug 25, 2025
Faculty recognized for their contributions to science
Aug 18, 2025
Hammerheads prefer a shark-eat-shark diet
Jul 30, 2025
FIU scientists star in National Geographic's SharkFest 2025
Jul 2, 2025
Rays deliver shock to sharks with powerful defense
Jul 2, 2025
New scholarship recognizes students committed to giving back
Jun 30, 2025
Events
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Contact Us
Department of Biological Sciences
MMC: 11200 SW 8th Street, OE 167
Miami, FL 33199
Tel: 305-348-2201
BBC: 3000 NE 151st Street, MSB 350
North Miami, FL 33181
Tel: 305-919-5602