Microbiology

Welcome to the Department of Microbiology

We offer undergraduate programs Microbiology, Clinical Laboratory Science (Hospital Diagnostics), and a Microbiology Master's Program. More than 95% of microbiology graduates are employed within the discipline.

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Microbiology

We are the only independent microbiology department among the comprehensive UW universities.

Laboratory focused education and cutting edge facilities
We are a UW System “Center of Excellence” for Microbiology with exceptional undergraduate laboratory science education.
Major in microbiology, or elect a biomedical, environmental science, or business concentration.

CLS Degree

We offer a Clinical Laboratory Science degree that prepares you for a career in Hospital Diagnostics (also known as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist)

Use your lab skills to help physicians diagnose and treat patients!
Healthcare professionals that analyze body fluids, tissues, and cells
Identify and analyze disease-causing microbes.
Make a difference and help impact patient care.

MS Degree

Our masters program produces highly sought graduates.

Improve marketability for jobs and promotions
A steppingstone to professional and Ph.D. programs.
Faculty research interest in medicine, the environment, genetics, cell signaling, biotechnology, metabolism, and physiology.
Modern facilities to support your research

Exploring Microbiology

A microbiology major provides a foundation for numerous employment opportunities and is excellent preparation for graduate school and professional schools.