If you’re curious about the natural world, Goshen College is the place to turn that curiosity into discovery. Here, you won’t just study biology—you’ll experience it firsthand.

Science Programs

Explore Your Passion for the Sciences
Dig into discovery, ask big questions, and explore the world through hands-on research and fieldwork. At Goshen College, our science programs prepare you to think critically, investigate deeply, and make a meaningful impact. Whether you’re interested in biology, chemistry, environmental science, or sustainability, you’ll gain real-world experience in the lab, in the field, and across the globe. Find the program that fits you best and take the next step toward your future in the sciences.
Why Choose Goshen College for the Sciences?
Our science programs emphasize experiential learning, faculty mentorship, and ethical inquiry. From your first year, you’ll conduct original research, participate in field studies, and engage with faculty who are active scientists and passionate teachers. You’ll study in state-of-the-art labs, explore ecosystems at our 1,189-acre Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center, or dive into marine studies at our J.N. Roth Marine Biology Station in the Florida Keys.
Our graduates leave prepared not only for careers and grad school, but for lives of purpose.
What can you do with a degree from a science program?
Graduates from our science programs go on to work as:
- Environmental consultants
- Wildlife biologists
- Science educators
- Lab researchers
- Ecologists
- Science communicators
- Graduate or medical students
Experiential Learning Opportunities
Start doing science from day one.
Our students participate in hands-on internships, fieldwork, and research alongside faculty. Internship partners have included:
- Indiana Department of Natural Resources
- Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center
- National Park Service
- Local hospitals and clinics
- Environmental education centers and summer camps
You’ll also have the opportunity to present your research at conferences and apply for paid summer research experiences
Field Stations & Facilities
Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center: Goshen College’s 1,189-acre nature preserve is a living lab for field biology, ecology, and environmental education. You’ll explore prairies, forests, wetlands, and lakes as part of your coursework and research.
J.N. Roth Marine Biology Station: Located in the Florida Keys, this unique facility allows students to study coral reef ecosystems, marine organisms, and tropical ecology firsthand through our May Term marine biology course.
Hear from Our Students
Merry Lea has been the most amazing place to learn about the environment. Fieldwork there helped me realize I want to pursue ecology long-term—and the professors helped me see how to get there.
Arianna Ruiz ’22
Environmental Science major
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Goshen College is committed to making a high-quality science education accessible and affordable. All incoming students are considered for academic scholarships based on GPA and test scores, and need-based financial aid is widely available in addition to any science specific scholarships.
- Donald & Carolyn Yost Biology Scholarship – for biology majors who show strong academic promise and dedication to the field.
Start Your Journey at Goshen College
Let your curiosity lead you. Explore your world—and your future—through science at Goshen College.