Genetics
With faculty in 20 different departments involved in genetics research an Iowa State University, the genetics major provides you with a multidimensional perspective on the discipline. You will be presented with a broad range of possibilities to get involved in genetics research as an undergraduate. Genetics touches everyday aspects of human life – whether it is the food we eat or the clothes we wear. As a result, a major and training in genetics can lead to employment in teaching, research or a variety of health-related professions. Recent graduates in genetics from Iowa State have not only gone on to graduate school, but they have found employment in the biotechnology, health or food industries. Our graduates have also developed careers in conservation biology, technical writing, science journalism, technical sales, business and genetic counseling. Career OpportunitiesRecent genetics graduates have gone onto graduate school or moved directly into professional positions including
ScholarshipsThe Department of Genetics, Development and Cell Biology offers several scholarships. Additional information is available on-line at www.iastate.edu/~ugradgen/scholarships.html. The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences also offers a wide variety of scholarships for both incoming and continuing undergraduates. More information on the scholarships is available on-line at www.discoverlas.com/scholarships.shtml.  
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