The B.A. in biology with a general biology emphasis provides the maximum flexibility for students to craft a major to suit their particular interests. Students with this emphasis are encouraged to consider off-campus summer programs and semester abroad programs for additional course enrichment.
The following courses are required for this emphasis. The general education courses listed are only those required for this major and emphasis. A total of 57 - 63 units are required for general education (not including the language requirement).
The B.A. in biology with a secondary teaching emphasis is designed for students who are interested in teaching secondary biology. The B.S. in biology also offers this emphasis.
In additional to the following coursework, there are additional requirements for teacher education candidates.
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All students who are eligible and demonstrate financial need can receive financial aid. Currently, 98% of the undergraduate population at FPU receives some type of financial aid through scholarships, grants and loans. Each student's financial aid award package is unique and is based on factors such as need and GPA. Contact your financial aid counselor for more information.
Fresno Pacific University offers a variety of federal, state and private financial aid programs to assist students who would benefit from an education but need financial aid. Such students are encouraged to apply for assistance. More than 98 percent of FPU students receive financial assistance in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and many on-campus employment opportunities.
Students from throughout the FPU community join music students in performances with a wide variety of groups. For information about auditions or gaining conductor approval to join an ensemble, contact the Music Office at 559-453-2267 or at music@fresno.edu.
Music performances require sacrifice--of time, talent and energy--but reward students with discipline and experience that are invaluable in future careers, in music and other fields. Fresno Pacific recognizes the talent and commitment required of performances, and rewards scholarships for participation.
Auditions should be completed, either in person or by tape (if necessary) as soon as possible the year preceding your attendance at FPU. For more information, contact the Music Office at music@fresno.edu or 559-453-2267.
After completing his bachelor's degree, Bryan is now a graduate student in the leadership and organizational studies (LEAD) program and a full-time FPU staff member working as registrar's systems coordinator. He chose the LEAD program over attending seminary because of its broad scope and his desire to work in leadership in his church denomination. As both an undergraduate student and a graduate student, Bryan received a music scholarship.
Music major, secondary teaching and performance/composition emphases
With future plans that include being an elementary, junior high or high school music teacher, a college music professor and also a symphony or philharmonic musician, Krista Moore is currently a student in the FPU teacher credential program. She considered the music department a home outside of home and appreciates the impact each of the music professors had in her life.
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After completing his bachelor's degree, Bryan is now a graduate student in the leadership and organizational studies (LEAD) program and a full-time FPU staff member working as registrar's systems coordinator. He chose the LEAD program over attending seminary because of its broad scope and his desire to work in leadership in his church denomination. As both an undergraduate student and a graduate student, Bryan received a music scholarship.
With future plans that include being an elementary, junior high or high school music teacher, a college music professor and also a symphony or philharmonic musician, Krista Moore is currently a student in the FPU teacher credential program. She considered the music department a home outside of home and appreciates the impact each of the music professors had in her life.