Departmental Advising

When you declare Biological Sciences as a major, you will be assigned to work with one of our professional academic advisors. Your undergraduate academic advisor can answer questions about the requirements of the major (and minor), and which concentration aligns best with your academic goals. They will also discuss with you how to make use of the resources and opportunities available to our students (course availability and selection, research, internships, clubs, etc.).  

For questions regarding the major requirements and options, please contact the general College of Arts & Sciences advising line, 513-556-5860.

If you have specific questions remaining regarding biology courses, after contacting the college advisors, please contact Dr. Konishi or Dr. Mosley. If you have questions about undergraduate research in or outside of the department, please contact Dr. Benoit. 

Advising FAQ's: 

When should I meet with my advisor? 

You are more than welcome to schedule a meeting with your college advisor whenever you have questions or need support! However, the following situations are ones where you will want to make an appointment to chat:

1) You are scheduling your classes as a first year student.

2) You have an advising hold on your account because you are at or over 75 credit hours. 

3) You are not passing your classes and need information on how and where you can get support. 

4) You are thinking about changing your major or concentration.

5) You are thinking about adding a minor or an additional major.

6) You are expecting to graduate within a year.

How do I schedule classes or modify my schedule? 

Click here to learn how to add, drop, or withdraw from courses.

When is the last day to add or drop a course to my schedule? 

Click here for the dates and deadlines for adding, dropping, and withdrawing from courses.

How do I add myself to a waitlist for a course or enroll in a closed class? 

If the class you are trying to take is waitlisted, you will see a yellow triangle under the status. Click here to learn how to add yourself to the waitlist! 

If the class you are trying to take is CLOSED, you will see a blue square under the status. The only way to enroll in these classes and you meet the prerequisites is to get permission from the Undergraduate Director, Dr. LaSharon Mosley. 

How do I search for General Education/Breadth of Knowledge (BoK) Courses? 

Click here to learn how to search for these types of courses! 

How do I view my Degree Audit on Catalyst to see which courses I still need to take? 

Click here to learn how to view your degree audit.

How do I create a graduation plan in My Graduation Plan? 

Click here to learn about the My Graduation Plan tool and how to create your plan. 

Use the following major maps to help plan your courses in My Graduation Plan, including concentration requirements: 

BIOL - BS Major Map

BIOL - BA Major Map

How do I find out more information regarding research opportunities? 

Click here to learn about how to get involved in research in the field of biology. 

I'm interested in the 4+1 Program for Biological Sciences, how do I learn more? 

Click here to learn more about the 4+1 program!

What is the difference between the BIOL BS and BIOL BA?

Both programs have similar requirements. We strongely recommend the BS, which requires two semesters of Physics. The BS degree is almost always required by medical school, PA school, graduate programs, and other professional programs. The BA does not require Physics and is more appropriate for those who are looking to immediately enter the job market after graduation. 

What minors and certificates does UC offer that I can add to my program? 

Click here to view the minors and certificates offered at UC.

If you are a BIOL BS student, you will want to use the major map to see minors that will fulfill the BS General Sciences/Social Sciences requirement.