Biomedical Sciences
About this program
If you’re fascinated with biology and considering a career in medical/lab science or graduate school, this may be the perfect path for you. This science-centric program will help you master concepts in hands-on labs, build a strong foundation in science, and open the door to a rewarding career. If graduate school is in your future, you'll be prepared to pursue studies in the healthcare field and biomedical science fields.
Pathway to become a physician’s assistant
Interested in the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies degree but don't yet have a bachelor's degree? Start here! Biomedical Sciences has the required prerequisites built into it, preparing you for the PA program.
Pathway to pursuing a doctorate degree
Penn College has developed a partnership program to give students pursuing a bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences early acceptance into doctorate programs in pharmacy, podiatry, dental, and osteopathic medicine at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Career Fields
- Medical & laboratory science
- Biomedical sciences
- Medical research
- Genetic counseling
- Forensic science
- Toxicology
- Pharmaceutics
- Dentistry
- Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- Podiatry
This degree also serves as preparation for graduate education in a variety of health professions, including the master's in physician assistant studies at Penn College.
Courses
At Penn College, we believe your educational experience should go beyond specialized skills. Real-world ready means taking a broader approach that builds communication skills, inspires collaboration, and encourages exploration of arts, history, and science.
Specialization requires in-depth knowledge and high-level proficiency. Students learn and apply major-specific concepts, skills, and methods.
- MTDELCMath Elective (MTH181 or Higher)
- MTCELCMath Elective (MTH183 or Higher)
- HTH302Foundations of Epidemiology
- BMCELCBiomedical Sciences Elective
- BMCELCBiomedical Sciences Elective
- HTH313Healthcare for Aging Populations
- HTH304Introduction to Pharmacology
- HTH415Introduction to Global Health
- HTH382Ethical & Legal Issues Related to Medicine
- HTH409Research Methods for Healthcare
Perspectives are points of view, offering a variety of ways of understanding, interacting, and influencing the world. Students identify, explain, and utilize the approaches used by academics and professionals to study, analyze, or understand problems, and offer solutions.
- BIO108Principles of Biology I
- BIO115Human Anatomy & Physiology I
- BIO109Principles of Biology II
- BIO125Human Anatomy & Physiology II
- MTR104Basics of Medical Terminology
- CHM111General Chemistry I
- PHSP3 Select One Course: PHS115 or PHS201
- CHM121General Chemistry II
- PSY111General Psychology
- ARPELCCore Arts Perspective
- BIO201Microbiology
- CHM210Organic Chemistry I
- CHM211Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
- PSY204Psychological Disorders & Treatments
- BIO310Genetics
- CHM370Biochemistry
- PSY203Developmental Psychology
- BIO311Introduction to Human Pathophysiology
- BIO320Immunology
- HIPELCCore Historical Perspective
Next steps...
You're on your way to becoming a tomorrow maker.
Facilities
Anatomy & Physiology Labs
Discover the wonders of the human body. Take a look at what’s under the skin in our anatomy and physiology labs. Learn beyond the textbook through hands-on activities using a collection of anatomical models.
Tour Schedule
Seeing is believing.
Think Penn College might be a good fit for you? Make plans to visit and discover what hands-on learning is all about.
Feb 21
Undergraduate Open House
Saturday, February 219 AM - 3 PM
Apr 26
Undergraduate Open House
Sunday, April 269 AM - 3 PM
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Student Life
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Student Government Association (SGA)
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Student Organizations at Penn College
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Penn College News
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Wednesday, July 23, 2025
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Tuesday, September 13, 2022
Penn College launches bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences
Study Abroad
Gain global experience
See the world via Williamsport. Take your education abroad and get hands-on experience learning about your industry on a global scale.
More Information
All students must earn a "C" (2.0) or higher in all BIO, MTH, PHS, HTH, CHM, and BMC elective courses. If a lower grade is earned in any of these courses, the course must be repeated.
This major is subject to the transfer standards established by the College (see https://www.pct.edu/admissions/transfer/transferring-credits). Exceptions must be approved by the school dean.
International health credentials/licensure, sciences courses, and most math courses will not be accepted to satisfy requirements of this major. Please see additional information for international students applying to Nursing & Health Sciences majors.
Alternative Credit refers to academic credits earned through means other than traditional college course completion, including: credit by exam, articulation, proof of competency gained in high school, work/life experience, and advanced placement.
Visit the Alternative Credit Options page for requirements and procedures and for information on credit through Advanced Placement.
