The applied biotechnology major at Auburn is an academic option to prepare science- and technology-minded students to meet the increasing demand for knowledgeable, highly skilled employees in the fast-growing biotech industry. Your courses will go beyond general biology to include genetics and genomics, microbiology, cell biology, biochemistry, soil and weed sciences, animal growth and development, entomology, plant pathology and plant breeding. You’ll also get hands-on experience with molecular techniques in on-campus labs and gain real-world experience as an intern with a biotechnology-related company.

Please, bear in mind that this program isn’t offered for Russian and Azerbaijani citizens. SAT or ACT is required. Moreover, a proof of financial support for themselves AND their dependents, which covers the cost of tuition, fees, housing, food, books, supplies, personal items, transportation and health insurance for a minimum of 9 months is required for the admission.