B.Ed. in Secondary Science, Biology

Be the Future of Science Education

Do you love helping others understand complex scientific concepts? Regent’s Bachelor of Education in Secondary Science, Biology offers a path toward teacher licensure for those seeking to be a biology or related sciences educator for grades 6-12. Prepare to teach middle or high school students, combine biblically based principles and research-supported theories in your teaching, gain real-world field experience, and develop a robust knowledge of the sciences, biology, and classroom management.

Location: On Campus

Total Credit Hours: 135

Next Session Start: August 25, 2025

Approved Degree Plan: Download PDF

Credential Prep: Licensure-Eligible

Answer Your Call to Teach

Teach in public, private or Christian schools as a professional educator.

Gain Certification

Teach in the Commonwealth of Virginia through this licensure track. The B.Ed. is offered as an on-campus program. Due to federal regulations regarding professional licensure, students must take all on-campus coursework in their first semester of the B.Ed. program. After their first semester, students may enroll in a blend of on-campus and online coursework, as offered.

Make a Lasting Impact

Change the trajectory of children’s lives through the power of science education.

Explore Scholarships

Explore exciting scholarship opportunities such as academic merit scholarships, honors college scholarships, and more! Learn about the scholarships for on-campus incoming freshmen: the $10,000 Freedom Scholarships, $4,000 Homeschool Scholarships and $4,000 Private School Scholarships.

ALIGN YOURSELF WITH EXCELLENCE

Regent has been ranked among the Top National Universities by the U.S. News & World Report (2025). We have also been recognized among the Top 20 Best College Campuses in America by Niche, 2019-20, and received an “A+” campus rating.

Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.

The School of Education’s educational leadership and teacher preparation programs and the College of Arts and Science’s bachelor’s in education programs are awarded full national accreditation from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) for a period of seven years, to 12/31/2030.

Career Opportunities

On completing the bachelor’s degree in secondary science, biology, you can:

Manage a safe and supportive classroom and laboratory learning environment.
Develop curriculum fundamentals and integrate instructional strategies.
Employ education-based technology to engage both students and parents.
Seek licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia to become a professional educator.

Career Opportunities

Biology Teacher (grades 6-12)
Biological Scientist
Educational Consultant
Laboratory Technician
Museum Educator

Featured Courses

Table listing featured courses with course code, name, and credit hours.
Code	Name	Credits
BIOL 201	Human Anatomy & Physiology I	4	First of two-semester series. Structure and function of the skeletal, muscular and nervous systems, including sense organs. Three credit hours lecture with one credit hour lab.
CHEM 421	Biochemistry	4	Structure, function, analysis and cellular control mechanisms of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids. Three credit hours lecture with one credit hour lab. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in CHEM 222.
PHYS 221	University Physics I	4	Calculus based solutions in mechanics, heat, and sound. Applied Newtonian mechanics in single and multiple dimensions, cosmology and astronomical organization. Three credit hour lecture with one credit hour lab. Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MATH 211.
UED 493	Teaching Science in Secondary Education	2	Study of current practices in teaching science in secondary education. Emphasis is on current issues, research literature, and the role of engineering, technology, and math in science. Teachers will also explore how to teach science to diverse learners. Taken with UED 480A.
UED 494	Advanced Methods of Teaching Science in Secondary Education	2	Study best practices in teaching secondary science. Focus on facilitating science discussions, analyzing data, understanding assessment, instruction, and monitoring student progress, using the design process and technology, and improving school and family communication. Prerequisite UED 493. Taken with UED 480B.

Students should refer to their catalog or audited degree plan (ADP) for required courses to complete their degree.

Admission Requirements

Step 1: Apply to Regent University

Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.

Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.

Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial Transcripts

Submit your unofficial high school or college transcripts to regent.edu/items.

Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email requesting authorization for Regent University to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES, AACRAO or NAFSA approved agency.

Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID

To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please submit a scanned copy or photograph of it to regent.edu/items.

Step 4: Submit Your FAFSA

Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov Regent's school code is 030913.

Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu should you have any further questions about the application process.

Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.

Tuition & Fees

2025-26 Tuition Rates

On Campus

Degree	Tuition Block Rate Per Semester	Credit Hours Per Semester	Tuition Rate Per Year
Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters)	$10,470	12 - 18	$20,940

Degree	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Average Credit Hours Per Semester	Average Tuition Per Semester
Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters)	$698	Under 12	$8,376
Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters)	$698	Over 18	$12,564
Students taking on-campus classes (summer semester)	$698	N/A	$2,094+

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)	$900 (Fall & Spring) $750 (Summer)
University Services Fee (Online Students)	$750

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Online

Degree	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Average Credit Hours Per Semester	Average Tuition Per Semester
Part-Time Students (3-11 Credit Hours Per Semester)	$450	6	$2,700
Full-Time Students (12+ Credit Hours Per Semester)	$395	12	$4,740

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)	$900 (Fall & Spring) $750 (Summer)
University Services Fee (Online Students)	$750

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2024-25 Tuition Rates

On Campus

Degree	Tuition Block Rate Per Semester	Credit Hours Per Semester	Tuition Rate Per Year
Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters)	$9,975	12 - 18	$19,950

Degree	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Average Credit Hours Per Semester	Average Tuition Per Semester
Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters)	$665	Under 12	$7,980
Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters)	$665	Over 18	$11,970
Students taking on-campus classes (summer semester)	$665	N/A	$1,995+

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)	$850 (Fall & Spring) $700 (Summer)

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Online

Degree	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Average Credit Hours Per Semester	Average Tuition Per Semester
Part-Time Students (3-11 Credit Hours Per Semester)	$450	6	$2,700
Full-Time Students (12+ Credit Hours Per Semester)	$395	12	$4,740

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (Online Students)	$700

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