Harper College
Find Your Academic Area of Interest

Physical and Life Science

Are you a curious person? Physical and life science courses encompass the study of living and non-living systems. Scientists collect and analyze matter for scientific research, and report their findings. This expansive area will introduce you to ideas, methodologies and technologies through an enriching curriculum.

Harper College provides transfer-ready programs and credit courses to lead you to a career of discovery. By enrolling at Harper, you learn through quality, convenient courses, save money and can transfer to a four-year university.

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Explore our science programs

Harper College offers a number of physical and life science career and transfer programs. To get started, select one of the program areas below:

Interested in another subject? If you are interested in transferring to study a science-related subject not listed here, please meet with an academic advisor to learn what courses to take to meet your academic goals.

Learn in Harper's state-of-the-art laboratory spaces that include an on-campus prairie, observatory, an extensive rock and mineral collection, and more.

A student looks at the sky using the telescope in the Harper College Heinze Observatory.


Learn in a supportive, constructive environment. Our
student-to-teacher ratio is 19:1.


To learn more, review our Physical and Life Sciences brochure. To get started in biology, chemistry, geology, physics and other science courses, contact Admission Outreach at 847.925.6700, submit a request infromation form, or submit an online application now.

Explore the dynamic educational opportunities and vibrant campus life offered in the northwest suburbs of Chicago through the experiences of 10 Harper College students.

Last Updated: 12/5/24