There are five universities that have a bachelor's degree in toxicology. They are Ashland University, Pennsylvania State University, St. John's University, the University of California at Berkeley and the University of Louisiana at Monroe. Each four-year undergraduate degree prepares students for the master's degree in toxicology, which all five universities also offer on their campuses. The degree is set up so students only take courses that are required for the master's degree.
Several colleges and universities in the United States offer toxicology minors or concentrations. These schools have majors in biology, biomedicine, forensics, pharmacology, environmental science and other fields. When a student chooses a concentration in toxicology with the major they take courses in toxicology alongside the programs requirements with the intention of continuing on to a Master's degree. Some colleges with toxicology concentration are Minnesota State, Northeastern University, Clarkson University and the University of Buffalo.
Students do not need to major in toxicology or even have a concentration in it to become a toxicologist. They can pursue a major in biology or chemistry and then work toward a master's in toxicology. Students should choose to take plenty of courses in biology, chemistry, physics, computer science and math to be accepted into a master's program in toxicology. With this route, it is up to the student to choose the right courses instead of having the curriculum laid out for them.
Despite the popularity of online degrees, there are no online undergraduate degrees in toxicology. Students who wish to pursue an online degree in this field should study biology or chemistry with the intention of achieving a master's degree in toxicology. There are several online schools that offer master's in toxicology such as Drexel University, the University of Newcastle and the University of Ulster.