Learn from Experts
Dr. Linda Vick teaches courses across the biology curriculum—everything from embryology to zoology—and takes students to places like the Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies, Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium, Ethiopia, and the Bahamas. Dr Vick’s students learn about cultures within their natural setting and observe the habitat and cultural resilience.
Pre-Professional Preparation
Prepare for medical, dental, physical therapy, occupational therapy, or veterinary school with a biology major and our one of our pre-professional tracks. You’ll complete a recommended set of courses alongside your major and be advised on how to get the experience you need to be a standout among applicants.
Travel Courses: Research in Paradise
Field research is the best way to see biology in action. Every year, the biology department organizes research trips to exotic locations like Costa Rica, the Bahamas, and Taiwan. In these for-credit courses, students are immersed in the ecology and culture of the country with the help of North Park professors and local experts.
Reasons to Choose North Park University
World-class City
We say “Chicago is our classroom,” because our city offers endless opportunities for hands-on learning, engaging with other cultures, and finding inspiration in art, entertainment, and cuisine.
Intercultural Community
Learn and live as part of a welcoming and diverse community with fellow students from around the world. Embracing Chicago as a cultural training ground, North Park equips graduates to be global citizens.
Hands-on Learning
At North Park, a 12:1 student-faculty ratio leads to a personalized classroom experience. Our city-centered curriculum also takes students outside the classroom, applying what they learn to real-life challenges.
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