Investigate the Living World
Understand the natural world to help address global challenges.
Build a strong foundation in biological science with this cost-effective 2-year degree. Transfer with confidence to a 4-year college or university for a bachelor’s degree in biology, medicine, education or another science-related field.
This degree will enable you to work in the industry as a lab assistant, biologist or scientist with skills that set you apart:
- data analysis and interpretation
- laboratory techniques and safety
- attention to detail and process
- critical thinking and problem solving
Small Classes. Expert Guidance.
Our instructors are experts who take pride in your success. Combined with our small class sizes, you’ll get one-on-one mentorship and precise technical feedback tailored to your goals.
Award Type
Associate of Science (AS)
Department
Department of Life and Natural Sciences
Required Credit Hours
62-67
Prepare to Succeed
$41K
Median salary 2 years after graduation
14:1
Student-instructor ratio, for personalized mentorship and support
<$9,300
Annual net program costs with financial aid
Develop Your Inner Scientist
Launch your science career with this program combining core biology, chemistry, physics, and math courses with hands-on laboratory experience. Study at our Toledo-area Campus in small, collaborative classes.
Seamlessly transfer to a four-year university and pursue careers in healthcare, research, education, or environmental science—all while saving money on your first two years of college.
Program courses include a focused blend of math and science:
- Foundational biology courses (general biology, cell biology, genetics)
- General chemistry
- General education requirements for transfer
- Laboratory sciences with hands-on experience
- Mathematics (algebra, trigonometry, calculus)
- Microbiology and immunology
Career Outcomes
This STEM program provides a strong transfer pathway for a bachelor’s degree in biology. In just two years, you’ll gain knowledge rooted in general biology, chemistry and calculus that you can carry into engaging careers in research, biotechnology, healthcare or environmental science.
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In Their Words
“I’m happy I decided to come here instead of a four-year school while being undecided. This was a better path to go. My mom had asked me what I wanted to do since my junior year of high school. She and my sister told me to come to Owens. I’d say it definitely worked out.”
Lawson Mazur, Applied Science, ’25
Getting Started at Owens
Begin your high-quality education at an affordable price today!
Enrollment is easy—just fill out an online admissions application to get started. We’ll ask you to submit your transcripts for course placement and college credit.
Upon acceptance, schedule a meeting with your admissions advisor to register for classes. Next, attend an on-campus orientation and meet with your student financial services advisor to discuss ways to pay for college.