UPI Study Colleges Newlane University Intro to Biology 1
Newlane University Transfer Credit · Biology 100

Introduction to Biology at Newlane.

Earn this Newlane University equivalency through UPI Study's Intro to Biology 1 — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
Starts at $89/month · cancel anytime · or buy just this course for $250
Intro to Biology 1 — transfers as Introduction to Biology at Newlane University
Articulation Agreement · Officially recognized
UPI Study × Newlane University
You complete at UPI Study
Intro to Biology 1
Biology 100 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
Newlane University recognizes as
Introduction to Biology
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: Biology 100
DEAC accredited · Transcript sent directly to Newlane University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to Newlane
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of intro to biology 1, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • Recognize the hierarchical organization of life and describe key characteristics of living organisms to establish a foundation in biological science
  • Explain the structure and function of biological macromolecules, including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids
  • Apply the scientific method to design experiments and investigate biological processes and phenomena
  • Compare prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, analyzing their structural differences and functional adaptations
  • Create models of cellular processes such as cellular respiration, photosynthesis, and the cell cycle, and evaluate ethical considerations related to modern biological technologies like genetic engineering and conservation
📚Major topics covered
The study of life & scientific method Chemical foundations of life Biological macromolecules Cell structure & function Plasma membrane & transport Metabolism, ATP & enzymes Cellular respiration & photosynthesis Cell communication & reproduction Fundamentals of genetics Modern understandings of inheritance DNA structure & function Genes, proteins & gene expression Biotechnology & genomics Evolution & population genetics Phylogenies & biodiversity
Grading: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% Final Exam
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Three steps to Newlane credit.

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Watch lessons, take quizzes, and pass the proctored final — fully online, on your schedule. Most students finish in 28–30 days.

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Transfer to Newlane

UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Newlane University's registrar. Newlane applies the equivalency: Introduction to Biology.

Pricing

Intro to Biology 1 — two ways to enroll.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything about Intro to Biology 1 → Newlane.

📚 About Intro to Biology 1
What is Intro to Biology 1?
Intro to Biology 1 is a college-level STEM course building quantitative and analytical skills. It is Biology 100 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying ACE and NCCRS recommendations from ACE & NCCRS.
Is this course difficult?
The course is designed to be challenging but accessible. It is self-paced, so you can take the time you need on more difficult concepts. Most students complete it in 28–30 days with consistent effort.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries ACE and NCCRS recommendations for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same ACE & NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry ACE and NCCRS recommendations — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About Introduction to Biology at Newlane
Does Newlane University accept Intro to Biology 1 as a direct equivalent to their Introduction to Biology?
Yes. Under the formal Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and Newlane University, UPI Study's Intro to Biology 1 is recognized as a direct named equivalent of Newlane's Introduction to Biology — not just elective or GE bucket credit. This is the strongest form of transfer recognition.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Full named-course credit. The MOU specifically lists Intro to Biology 1 as transferring as Introduction to Biology — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your Newlane transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken Introduction to Biology at Newlane or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for Introduction to Biology, Newlane typically applies UPI Study's Intro to Biology 1 as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your Newlane advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking Introduction to Biology directly at Newlane?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your Newlane degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while Newlane's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without Newlane enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at Newlane to reduce overall program time.
Does Newlane University ever change which courses they accept as Introduction to Biology?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and Newlane University explicitly lists Intro to Biology 1 → Introduction to Biology. We update this page whenever the MOU changes. If you've already completed the course and earned an NCCRS-recommended transcript, your credit recognition is generally honored even if future versions of the MOU change.
🔄 About transferring to Newlane
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my Newlane degree?
Newlane University accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 68 UPI Study courses are recognized by Newlane under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at Newlane.
Do I need to enroll at Newlane first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no Newlane enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to Newlane when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach Newlane?
Once you complete Intro to Biology 1, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Newlane University. Newlane's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (Introduction to Biology) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Intro to Biology 1 for your Newlane credit.

What is Intro to Biology 1?

Intro to Biology 1 is an introduction to how living things are built, how they work, and how scientists study them. It covers the basic chemistry of life, cells, energy use, genetics, and the processes that allow organisms to grow, reproduce, and respond to their environment.

How the course teaches you

Intro to Biology 1 (Biology 100) is a 3-credit course built around video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. The grade is based on 20% quizzes, 30% assignments, and 50% final exam, so students need to show steady progress as they move through the material on cells, genetics, energy use, and the chemistry of life. When the course is completed and the transcript is issued, Newlane University recognizes it as Introduction to Biology, which is a named course equivalency in its catalog.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The biology concepts in this course help students understand how living systems work, which is useful in any program that expects clear scientific reasoning and evidence-based thinking. At Newlane, the transfer can support degree planning in programs such as the Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts or the Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, where general education credit still matters. The course also builds familiarity with scientific method, cellular processes, and genetics, which are useful beyond the classroom.

Skills you walk away with

Identify levels of biological organization and characteristics of living thingsExplain the structure and function of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acidsUse the scientific method to design a simple biological investigationCompare prokaryotic and eukaryotic cellsModel cellular respiration, photosynthesis, and the cell cycleDescribe basic patterns of inheritance and modern geneticsEvaluate ethical issues in genetic engineering and conservation

Taking this course toward Newlane

After completion, the transcript is sent for review and Newlane University applies the credit as Introduction to Biology, the specific course equivalency in its catalog. That named recognition is important because it means the course can fit directly into a Newlane degree plan instead of sitting as an unspecified transfer course. Newlane accepts up to 90 transfer credits, and up to 75% of a bachelor's degree may come from transfer. For students in programs such as the Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts or the Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, that can make the remaining Newlane coursework easier to map out.

Who this course is for

This course is a good fit for students who want to complete biology credit before transferring to Newlane and need a clear named equivalency rather than a course that may only transfer as elective credit. It can also work for students who are trying to stay within Newlane's transfer limits, since up to 90 credits, or 75% of a degree, may transfer. It is less suitable for someone who needs a lab-intensive biology sequence or a course with advanced prerequisites, because this is an introductory 3-credit biology course.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to Newlane.

Newlane University is DEAC-accredited and competency-based — you progress by demonstrating mastery. The entire bachelor's degree is a flat $1,500 total, and up to 75% of degree credit can come from transfer.

What Newlane offers UPI students
$1,500 flat total for a bachelor's
Competency-based, fully self-paced
Accepts ACE & NCCRS credit
No textbook or surprise fees
The numbers
75%
Max transfer toward a degree
$1,500
Flat total degree cost

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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Start Intro to Biology 1 today.

Enroll for $250 (or use a UPI Study subscription), finish in 28–30 days, and transfer 3 credits to Newlane University.