Best Biology Programs in Arizona (2026)
Biology programs in Arizona are often the gateway to medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, and biomedical research. The schools below are ranked by Biology program strength, MCAT/GRE prep support, and net price.
#1
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott
Prescott, AZ
Net Price
$40,287/yr
Median Earnings
$84,131
Grad Rate
69%
Biology Share
1.2%
#2
Arizona State University Campus Immersion
Tempe, AZ
Net Price
$14,967/yr
Median Earnings
$62,668
Grad Rate
68%
Biology Share
7.5%
#3
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
Net Price
$16,674/yr
Median Earnings
$59,979
Grad Rate
67%
Biology Share
9.8%
#4
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
Net Price
$14,158/yr
Median Earnings
$54,384
Grad Rate
59%
Biology Share
7.6%
#5
Arizona State University Digital Immersion
Scottsdale, AZ
Net Price
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Median Earnings
$62,668
Grad Rate
29%
Biology Share
8.1%
#6
Arizona Christian University
Glendale, AZ
Net Price
$32,839/yr
Median Earnings
$51,612
Grad Rate
41%
Biology Share
5.2%
#7
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
Net Price
$22,472/yr
Median Earnings
$42,186
Grad Rate
43%
Biology Share
2.0%
#8
Ottawa University-Surprise
Surprise, AZ
Net Price
$33,393/yr
Median Earnings
$55,552
Grad Rate
21%
Biology Share
6.1%
#9
Dine College
Tsaile, AZ
Net Price
$6,057/yr
Median Earnings
$29,188
Grad Rate
10%
Biology Share
6.6%
Why a Biology degree?
Biology is the standard pre-med major. Research opportunities and pre-health advising at the undergraduate level meaningfully affect medical school admission rates.
Common career paths: Pre-Med (with med school) · Biomedical Researcher · Genetic Counselor · Pharmaceutical Scientist · Public Health Specialist
Typical starting salary range: $50,000–$85,000
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