Zoology 

College of Arts and Sciences

School of Biological Sciences

Study the anatomy, physiology, behavior, and diversity of animals through hands-on learning in classroom, field, and research settings.

Campuses:

  • Pullman

Degree Types:

  • Bachelor's
  • Minor

Highlights

  • Participate in undergraduate research on topics like fish genetics, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and animal behavior 
  • Variety of facilities on or near campus, including the 800-acre Hudson Biological Preserve and the Conner Museum of Natural History
  • Join a math, science, and engineering residence hall, where you can study with your neighbors, get free tutoring, and use the hall’s computer lab 

Specializations

  • General Zoology 
  • Pre-veterinary medicine/Animal Care 
  • Pre-medicine/Pre-dentistry 
  • Accelerated Pre-veterinary medicine 

Career

  • Wildlife, fishery, or conservation biology 
  • Animal care and rehabilitation 
  • Zookeeper or veterinarian  
  • Environmental consultant or educator 
  • Public policy 
  • Science education 

Transfer Students

WSU accepts credit from Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and CLEP exams, associate degrees, Running Start and more.  

You’re considered a transfer student at WSU if you’ve received college credit post-high school.  

Use our Transfer Course Search Tool to determine what courses you need to take at your current institution to transition to WSU smoothly. 

Admission to WSU and admission to your desired major are two separate processes. Contact your academic department for specific requirements and prerequisites unique to your major.   

Scholarships

Complete the General Scholarship Application to be eligible for 700+ WSU scholarship programs, including ones specifically for a major you’re interested in. Use our search tool to find more scholarships outside WSU.  

Fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or WASFA (Washington Application for State Financial Aid) to be considered for scholarships, grants, loans, and other forms of aid. 

Internships, Jobs, and Work-study

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Get advice and learn more at the Academic Success and Career Center. 

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