Biology majors receive an education that prepares them for medical careers, research, education, conservation and more.
Our core classes include Genetics, Ecology and General Chemistry, electives in Global Environmental Issues, Human Anatomy, Microbiology, Cell and Molecular Biology, and Animal Behavior give students opportunities to tailor their degree and focus on their passion.
Accomplished faculty help students develop the intellectual expertise and technical skills necessary to succeed in biology-related fields or go on to professional or graduate programs.
Student success is Mount Mercy’s top priority. Individualized advising, small class size, and access to research and internship opportunities put Mount Mercy students ahead of other Eastern Iowa graduates.
I was able to use my biology degree, along with a few business classes, to lay a good foundation for opening my own business and making it successful.
Clinical Manager for Physical Therapy and Oncology Physical Therapist
Long before discussion of an institutional partnership between Mount Mercy University and St. Ambrose University, Nichole (Clefisch) Plagge was a beneficiary of the academic opportunities provided by both institutions.
Director | Falck Health Institute
It was Mount Mercy University’s community that gained attention of Michael Kaduce ’09. As an alumnus, Michael continues to maintain a strong connection to the community he found on the Hill.
Biology & Pre-Medicine
After doing research at NASA, service in the Himalayas, and being honored with the Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine Award, Aaron Lacy ’14 says seeking experiences beyond his comfort zone has shaped him.
Biology & Pre-Physical Therapy | Psychology & Criminal Justice, Pre-OT
As a biology major with dreams of becoming a physical therapist, Megan Andresen ’98 volunteered to work with people with disabilities in the local community.
Biology
Through the tough classes and busy schedules, Ashley Kerslake persisted to complete her pre-dental program at Mount Mercy.
Biology
After experiencing MMU’s biannual Scholarship Day, Josh Long cemented his decision to attend Mount Mercy.
Biology, Biochemistry
MMU gave Monica the confidence and skills needed to attend graduate school and become a veterinarian.
Biology
MMU's curriculum and resources helped Jessica (Mueller) Dean prepare for grad school and accomplish her dream profession.
Biology
After Melanie Geisler-Spellman soon found herself facing opportunities she never knew she would have after coming to MMU.
Mount Mercy offers competitive tuition and generous scholarships.
We also encourage all students to apply for federal, state, and other kinds of financial assistance.
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We make it easy by accepting applications year-round! No deadline, no fee, no pressure.
* Mount Mercy University Admissions
1330 Elmhurst Drive NE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402
* If you are applying for an accelerated program, please mail to "Accelerated Programs"
For more detailed instructions on how to apply, see our Admissions page.
Graduates of Mount Mercy’s biology program often continue their education and earn advanced degrees in dentistry, medicine, optometry, veterinary medicine, pharmacy, physician assistant, occupational therapy, chiropractic medicine, or physical therapy.
Others find jobs in conservation science, biomedical research, agriculture, toxicology, and forensic science, to name a few.
Graduates from our biology program have taken many different paths: