BS in Ecology Degree Requirements - Advising and Coursework Guidelines

Sep 27, 2026

Degree information for the BS in Ecology program outlining admission expectations, advising and degree-audit procedures, and graduation requirements by hour and GPA. Covers placement into College Algebra for College of Science admission, rules for double-dipping courses, grade thresholds (“C” or higher) and prerequisite handling. Lists Foundation and Major course sets, University Core requirements totaling 42 hours, additional required courses, and guidance on lecture/lab enrollment and advanced electives.

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Important Information About Your Degree

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Foundation Requirements

Major Requirements

University Core Requirements

Other Required Courses for Degree

Additional University Requirements

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| Important Information About Your Degree | | --- | | • College of Science Admission Requirement: Students must demonstrate proficiency in College Algebra by placing into Math Level 2 or higher through the UNT Math Placement Exam (Not the same as TSI) OR completing College Algebra or higher with a grade of C or higher.
• UNT Double-Dip Course Policy (Best Selection): Courses shown in italics satisfy multiple degree program requirements. Students who do not take the Best Selection courses, will have to take additional courses to meet program requirements. Whether or not the course is taken to fulfill a specific university core category, all courses are required by the program to complete the degree. Electives may be required due to double-dipping.
• Hour and GPA Requirements for graduation/degree completion:
o BS in Ecology requires at least 120 hours, 36 advanced hours, 2.00 UNT GPA, 2.00 overall GPA and 2.5 Foundational GPA
• “C” or Higher: Courses marked with an asterisk (*) require a grade of “C” or Higher
• Courses in bold require prerequisites. Prerequisites are listed in the university catalog with the course description.
• An official degree audit is required for graduation; Students must meet with an academic advisor to request that their audit be made official. Students can review degree requirements by running their audit at [http://mydegreeaudit.unt.edu/](http://mydegreeaudit.unt.edu/)
• For major-specific career information, contact the Department of Biological Sciences in LIFE A128 or at [biology@unt.edu](biology@unt.edu).
• For information about allied health graduate programs, contact the Office of Health Professions in Hickory Hall 256 or at [healthcareers@unt.edu](healthcareers@unt.edu).
• For teaching certification courses and requirements, contact [tnt@unt.edu](tnt@unt.edu).
• For assistance with TSI status or mandatory courses, [contact](contact TSI@unt.edu)[ ](contact TSI@unt.edu)[TSI@unt.edu](contact TSI@unt.edu).
• For additional program information visit [https://cos.unt.edu/advising](https://cos.unt.edu/advising) or contact [the COS Advising Center at](the COS Advising Center at cosadvising@unt.edu)[ ](the COS Advising Center at cosadvising@unt.edu)[cosadvising@unt.edu](the COS Advising Center at cosadvising@unt.edu). | | Advising Notation Key | | | | --- | --- | --- | | X = Requirement Completed Credit is posted within the degree audit. | IP = In Progress/Pending Credit Advisor has seen proof from an unofficial transcript or an official score | ? = Needs further evaluation Student may need to provide additional information. (ex. a course syllabus) | | Foundation Requirements:
All Foundation courses need at least a C or higher and with a 2.50 or higher GPA before taking any advanced biology courses | | | | --- | --- | --- | | | BIOL 1710* – Principles of Biology I | 3 | | | BIOL 1720* – Principles of Biology II | 3 | | | BIOL 1760* – Biology for Science Majors Lab | 2 | | | One of the following courses: | | | | BIOL 2140* & 2141* – Ecology & Lab | 4 | | | BIOL 2251* – Biodiversity and Conservation of Animals | 3 | | | CHEM 1410* & 1430* – General Chemistry I & Lab | 4 | | | CHEM 1420* & 1440* – General Chemistry II & Lab | 4 | | | CHEM 2370* & 3210* – Organic Chemistry I & Lab | 4 | | | One of the following courses: | | | | MATH 1680* -Elementary, Probability & Statistics | 3 | | | MATH 1650* – Pre-Calculus | 5 | | Major Requirements:
Must complete all Foundation and Major courses with a C or higher | | | | | Second 2000-Level courses (different from Foundation course): | | | | BIOL 2140* & 2141* – Ecology & Lab | 4 | | | BIOL 2251* – Biodiversity and Conservation of Animals | 3 | | | BIOL 3451* & 3452* – Genetics & Lab | 4 | | | BIOL 4051* & 4052* – Community Ecology & Lab | 4 | | | BIOL 4260* -Principles of Evolution | 4 | | | One of the following | | | | BIOL 4503* & 4504* – Plant Physiology & Lab | 4 | | | BIOL 4505* & 4510*

FAQs

What are the College of Science admission requirements related to College Algebra?

Students must place into Math Level 2 or higher using the UNT Math Placement Exam (not TSI), or complete College Algebra or higher with a grade of C or higher.

How many hours and GPA targets are required to complete the BS in Ecology?

BS in Ecology requires at least 120 hours, 36 advanced hours, a 2.00 UNT GPA, a 2.00 overall GPA, and a 2.5 Foundational GPA.

What does “Best Selection” mean under the UNT double-dip course policy?

Courses shown in italics satisfy multiple degree program requirements. Students who do not take these courses may need additional courses to meet program requirements, including requirements for completing the degree and potential elective needs.

Sep 27, 2026

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