STEM Majors, Minors, & Research
STEM at Rollins: Small Classes, Big Support
Whether you're driven by curiosity or know exactly how you want to make an impact in science, tech, engineering, or math, Rollins provides the perfect environment for STEM students to thrive. From your first semester, you’ll work closely with professors who hold PhDs—so you can learn directly from dedicated experts. Our small class sizes ensure that your professors know your name and your goals. And our majors and minors are designed to be mixed and matched—empowering you to explore, while sharpening your STEM skills.
Why Study STEM at Rollins?
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1:1 Mentorship
You’ll work directly with a dedicated faculty advisor who knows your name and your goals.
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Expert Faculty
Your professors aren’t just lecturing—they’re leading labs, publishing research, and teaching you skills that matter in the real world.
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Undergraduate Research
Our students consistently partner with their professors on high-impact projects, co-author publications, and present at national conferences.
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Collaborative Community
Access personalized advising, peer tutoring, and more at the STEM Hub—a dedicated space for STEM majors, designed for collaboration and success.
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Courses that Grow With You
Our intro-level courses meet you where you are and help you build confidence in complex concepts.
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State-of-the-Art Labs
Access cutting-edge laboratories and equipment typically found only at a graduate-level research setting, all within a supportive liberal arts environment.
Ready to Explore STEM at Rollins?
Get connected with a STEM professor for personalized information about our STEM majors, minors, and research opportunities.
What’s It Like Studying STEM at a Liberal Arts College?
Plants and poetry. AI and anthropology. Software development and studio art. At Rollins, you won’t have to choose between science and liberal arts—you’ll bring them together. Our interdisciplinary approach is designed to ensure future scientists, engineers, or tech innovators think critically, communicate clearly, and make connections across multiple perspectives.
The STEM Hub
Access personalized advising, peer tutoring, and more at the STEM Hub—a dedicated space for STEM majors, designed for collaboration and success.
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A Day in the Life of a Marine Biology Student
Get an insider's look at what it is like to be a marine biology major at Rollins College with Stella Monner ’25.
Tackle Real-World Problems
“Rollins gave me the lab skills and support I needed. Small classes and amazing faculty, like Dr. Santiago, really helped me grow. The Collaborative Research Fellowship gave me the chance to apply everything I’ve learned.” —Bennett Coker ‘26, Biology major
STEM Student Orgs
Sharpen your skills, build your resume, and create connections beyond the classroom with student organizations created for and by your fellow STEM students, like the Rollins Association of Computing Machinery, Rollins Robotics Club, Society of Physics Students, and Women Run the Code.
Study Abroad as a STEM Major
From marine biology field studies in Maine to research expeditions in Costa Rica, take your learning way beyond the classroom with study abroad opportunities.
Learn & Apply New Skills
Marine biology major Caroline Rosendahl ’19 interned at the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey’s raptor trauma clinic, where she tended to injured eagles, owls, and hawks in hopes of rehabilitating them to return to the wild.
STEM Majors, Minors & Programs
At Rollins, you can choose from a wide range of STEM majors and minors across the sciences, analytics, and engineering.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Computer Science
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Data Analytics
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Engineering Studies
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Environmental Studies
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Marine Biology
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Mathematics
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Neuroscience
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Physics
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Pre-Health
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Psychology
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One of the Best Colleges for STEM Majors
We’re consistently ranked among the best STEM colleges in Florida for our unique combination of intimate, discussion-based courses, formalized one-on-one advising, and hands-on learning opportunities.
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Start Your ApplicationSTEM Student Success & Outcomes
Rollins STEM students and alumni are making waves in corporations, labs, startups, hospitals, and graduate programs around the world.
of graduates were employed, continuing their education, or engaged in volunteer or military service one year after graduation
Careers & Companies
Our STEM students and grads work and intern as data scientists, biomedical researchers, software engineers, and environmental scientists at top companies, including Amazon, NASA, and Siemens.
Nchimunya Mwiinga '25, Fellow, Propel2Excel
"My professors were not only present to discuss the research but also invested in helping me navigate my future pursuits, which I think made my experience even more meaningful."
Makayle Kellison ’25, PhD Student at Brigham Young University
"I chose to get my degree at Rollins because of the supportive community environment and the individualized learning experiences that the College offers. Without the mentorship and guidance of Dr. Coyle, I might not have discovered my love of physics and scientific research."
Goldwater Scholars Since 2003
Your future classmates regularly earn prestigious national scholarships like the Goldwater Scholarship, which recognizes excellence in STEM research and academics.
Where Our Grads Go
Our STEM graduates have continued their education in top graduate programs at Yale, Cambridge, Johns Hopkins, and the University of Florida.
Colin Kelly ’19 ’21MBA, Project Manager, JST Power Equipment
"As a marine biology major, I learned how to read, dissect, and make sense of scientific literature. Then at Crummer, I learned how to start a business, make connections, and work as an effective leader. My diverse background at Rollins is what has given me the capacity to really pull all of my interests together."
Maddie Cholnoky ’17, Mission: Iconic Reefs Implementation Manager, National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary
"When I was at Rollins, I appreciated how approachable the professors were and how invested they were in me. They always had their doors open and were so willing to talk to me and say, 'You’ve got this.' I learned a lot about critical thinking. I became comfortable with questioning the way things were and asking if things can be improved. I use all those skills now every day."
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