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High School Preparation
The best preparation for the microbiology major is
a strong math and science program with biology
and chemistry courses.
If possible, computer literacy should be included.
How to Major in Microbiology at Ohio State
Acceptance into the microbiology major requires at
least a 2.00 cumulative point-hour ratio (CPHR).
Students can declare this major during their first
year at Ohio State. However, because
it takes some time to complete the necessary prerequisite
courses, the first microbiology course
in the major is usually taken in the third quarter
of the sophomore year. Required supportive courses
include two quarters of general biology, one year of
general chemistry, and one year of organic
chemistry. All other necessary courses can be taken
either before (recommended for analytical geometry
and calculus) or while also taking microbiology courses.
General Education Curriculum Requirements
During the first year, students begin taking courses
which will meet the General Education Curriculum
(GEC) requirements. The GEC is a body of courses
designed to ensure that each student becomes
acquainted with the basic areas of academic study.
To meet the GEC requirements, credit hours must
be completed from the following areas of
academic study:
writing and related skills, quantitative and logical
skills, natural sciences, social sciences, arts and
humanities, diversity experience, and issues of the
contemporary world. Some majors also require completion
of a foreign language requirement.
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Use this information when completing your application
form:
Program/Department: Microbiology
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