1. WELCOME to Villanova University Comprehensive Science Program

2. Do you think… Chemistry is chool, Physics is phun, Astronomy is out of this world, Biologists live it up, Math makes you smile, Computing is a bit creative!

3. Then clearly the Comprehensive Science Major is for you!

4. What is Comprehensive Science? Began as a program for honors students Allows much more course flexibility Can tailor your own program We offer plenty of advising to assist you

5. What science courses will I take? Physics Chemistry Biology Computing Math and Statistics Seven more science electives Truly Comprehensive Sciences!

6. What concentrations can I have? Premed, pre PA, pre PT, pre OT, pre dental Actuarial science, astronomy, applied physics Bioengineering, bioinformatics, biochemistry Chemistry, cognitive science, computer sci Economics, environmental sci, math, physics Education

7. What graduate programs do BSC graduates attend? Georgetown University School of Medicine Drexel University School of Medicine Temple University School of Dentistry Thomas Jefferson School of Pharmacy New England College of Optometry Seton Hall School of Law University of Missouri School of Law Drexel University Physical Therapy Salus University Physician’s Assistant Program C.W. Post School of Nursing Montclair State Graduate Mathematics Florida State Graduate Education

8. What jobs do BSC majors find? Medical Professionals: Surgeon, Pediatrician, Optometrist, Dentist, Pharmacist, PT, Forensics Research: immunology, virology, environmental Teaching: kindergarten to college Stockbroker, bank manager, commodities trader, technical sales, accountant, marketing manager Software design, architect, meteorologist, therapist, lawyer, political aide

9. Why do BSC majors find jobs? Employers want smart students: you take statistics, math, chemistry, computing, physics---obviously you are smart! Employers want persons who can talk with their engineers, bench scientists, programmers, quants: you have the chemistry / physics / math / stats / computing background to interact with anyone. Employers want social skills: you are a Villanovan!

10. If I have more questions? Robert.Styer@villanova.edu 610-519-4845 Robert.Styer@villanova.edu Office: SAC 372 A sample curriculum at http://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/artsci/compsci/courses/interactive_curriculum.html http://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/artsci/compsci/courses/interactive_curriculum.html We welcome your questions now!