have a cumulative grade-point average of 2.5 or better;
have a cumulative grade-point average of 2.5 or better in the natural sciences;
complete four of seven required semesters of science and mathematics by date of application;
complete all prerequisite science and mathematics courses with a minimum grade of "C" or better;
show evidence of 25 clock hours of work or volunteer experience related to physical therapy or patient care;
have the physical ability to perform tasks required of physical therapists; and
have a personal interview with the admission committee.
Interested students should maintain close contact with the Division's Pre-Health Professions advisors or the chairperson of the Division of Mathematics and Sciences.
Biology is the scientific study of living systems. The importance of biology in today's world is self-evident. Biology instruction at Kentucky State University provides students with a basic knowledge of the field. The curriculum includes the study of viruses, bacteria, animals, plants, gene regulation, and theoretical and practical ecology. Students are encouraged to master basic principles of scientific inquiry while familiarizing themselves with the traditional aspects of a sound liberal education.
The Division of Mathematics and Sciences offers programs leading to the Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with three options: General Biology, Pre-Professional, and Biology with Teacher Certification. Details on the former may be found elsewhere in this Catalogue in the sub-section on the Division of Education and Human Services of the College of Professional Studies section. Minors in Biology and Aquaculture are also offered.
The Biology curriculum is well suited for the student who plans to enter the workforce immediately upon graduation or intends to continue his/her course of study in graduate, medical, or dental school.
graduation or intends to continue his/her course of study in graduate, medical, or dental school.
The student who majors in General Biology must complete a minimum of 128-139 semester credit hours, including the University's Liberal Studies Requirements (with BIO 111 in place of BIO 101) and the following 27-30 semester credit hour Biology core course requirements: BIO 115, 210, 212, 302, 303, 307, 316, 401, 408, and 410; and at least 10 semester credit hours of Biology electives selected from BIO 301, 304, 305, 308, 309, 311, 315, 317, 318, 406, 410, 415, 417, 491, 493, or 495. The Biology major must earn a "C" or above in the core and elective courses and in the following required 37 semester credit hours of support courses: CHE 101/110, 102/120, 200, and 315/350; MAT 120 and 131; and PHY 207 and 208. The program requires the completion of 6 semester credit hours of free electives and 3 semester credit hours of limited electives at the 300/400 level.
Students who intend to major in the General Biology Option are required to take BIO 111 and CHE 101 instead of other natural science electives of the Liberal Studies Requirements.
Students planning to attend medical, dental, or veterinary school must replace CHE 200 with CHE 301/310 and 302/320 in the curriculum of the General Biology Option.
A minimum of 128-139 semester credit hours is required for a major in Biology with high school teacher certification. In addition to the University's Liberal Studies requirements (with BIO 111 and MAT 115 in place of BIO 101 and MAT 111, and CHE 101, instead of other natural science electives); students must complete a Biology core of 25 semester credit hours (BIO 210, 212, 302, 303, 307, 316, 401, and 408); 5/6 semester credit hours of Biology electives selected from BIO 301, 304, 305, 308, 309, 315, 316, 317, 318, or 410; a 4 semester credit hour Chemistry course (CHE 102/120); 33 semester credit hours of Professional
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