General Science (BS)

The Bachelor of Science (BS) in General Science degree allows for curriculum flexibility to support advancing careers in science fields. This degree is designed for current and returning students who desire flexibility within the sciences to accommodate existing STEM coursework. This major can assist students who are seeking careers in health care, STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) education, natural resource and energy utilization, and wildlife management. 

Please see the UNLV College of Sciences web page for information about programs, faculty and facilities. Degree worksheets and 4/5 year plan for the major are available on the UNLV Degrees Directory.

Admissions Requirements/Special Information

Students seeking admittance to the General Science major must meet with an academic advisor in the College of Sciences Advising Center. Students who meet the minimum 2.5 UNLV cumulative GPA will be granted permission to declare the major.

Transfer Policies

The college urges all transfer students to meet an advisor without delay after admission in order to evaluate the applicability of previous course work to department majors and graduation requirements. Biology, chemistry, physics, and math transfer courses will be accepted to fill specific degree requirements only with a grade of C or better.