STEM-classified degree: graduates are eligible for 3 years of Optional Practical Training (OPT) in the USA. STEM occupations out-earn non-STEM by 12–30% across all education levels (Smithsonian Science Education Center). Academic school/college: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. This Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science program in Biological Sciences provides a strong foundation in the life sciences, with options for specialization depending on the chosen degree (BA or BS), preparing graduates for diverse careers in research, healthcare, environmental science, biotechnology, and related fields. The STEM classification offers extended OPT opportunities for international students, and STEM fields generally offer higher earning potential.

Career options in research laboratories, hospitals and healthcare organizations, environmental agencies, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, science education, and potentially as a foundation for graduate studies in various biological disciplines or professional programs (e.g., medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine). The STEM designation can enhance opportunities for employment in the US after graduation and potentially lead to higher salaries.

The University of Connecticut, main campus: Storrs, is a prestigious public university and a Tier 1 research institution in the USA. It offers world-class facilities with state-of-the-art technologies and equipment. UConn's extensive flagship campus in Storrs offers a true US college experience. The program is within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.