Nicole Dean graduated from Central Connecticut State University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and minors in Chemistry and American Sign Language. She maintained a 4.0 GPA and was on the President's List. Her relevant coursework and skills include cell culture, molecular techniques, statistics, and computer programming. For work experience, she has conducted research in multiple labs at CCSU and worked for Pfizer and APM Mosquito Control. She was a volunteer athlete on CCSU's volleyball team and received academic honors. Nicole has also volunteered extensively in her community and on mission trips.