A Challenging & Multidisciplinary Curriculum

Majors

ILS students pursue diverse academic and professional pathways, with 70% majoring in Biological Sciences and others exploring engineering, chemistry, public health, and other STEM degrees

Common Majors

  • Biological Sciences (BSCI) -

  • Biochemistry (BCHM) -

  • Bioengineering (BIOE) -

  • Other Majors: Public Health, Neuroscience, Psychology, Environmental Science

Pre-Professional & Graduate Pathways

  • Grad

  • Pre-medical, pre-dental, and pre-health advising in partnership with UMD’s Health Professions Advising Office (HPAO)

    • Specialized workshops, medical school application prep, and interview coaching

    • Medical school acceptance rates above 80% for UMD Honors students

ILS Course Sequence & Citation Requirements

Earn an Honors College Citation in Integrated Life Sciences by completing:

  • 16 credits of specialized coursework

  • Service-learning experience (HLSC102)

  • Authentic research experience (240-hour internship)