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Biochemistry at St. Mary’s

The Biochemistry program at St. Mary’s University introduces students to the chemistry of living organisms and prepares them for medical, dental, veterinary and allied health schools, as well as graduate programs in biochemistry, molecular biology or pharmacy, or careers in biochemistry and biotechnology.

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Program of Study

The program allows students to earn a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry while pursuing a broad liberal arts study with a strong science foundation. This is an excellent program for students who enjoy chemistry and biology and who feel comfortable with quantitative approaches to problem-solving.

The program stresses not only the fundamentals of chemistry but also the development of the intellectual skills necessary to apply those fundamentals in the field. Laboratory work is guided by inquiry and discovery models, while lectures emphasize interactive learning.

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  • Degree Plan

    St. Mary’s University offers a 124-credit-hour bachelor’s in Biochemistry, with 75 credit hours within the major:

  • Highlighted Courses

    Selected courses in the Biochemistry program include:

    • Biochemistry I and II
    • Enzyme Chemistry
    • Medicinal Chemistry
    • Organic Chemistry I and II
    • Pharmaceutical Chemistry
    • Special Topics in Biochemistry
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  • Become a Health Professional

    Pre-professional programs are offered through a number of cooperative partnership programs, including early admission programs for medical, dental, pharmacy and additional health professions.

    Historically more than 50% of St. Mary’s graduates who apply to American medical and dental schools are accepted, exceeding the national average.

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Dedicated Faculty

Faculty members in the Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics are dedicated to teaching and mentoring students. Faculty members have diverse research interests and support students in the pursuit of their goals.

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$106,993
Median annual earnings for Biochemists and Biophysicists
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124
Credit Hours
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$100,843
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What can I do with a degree in Biochemistry?

Career Opportunities

Biochemistry is a foundational science in many fields, including medicine, pharmacy, forensics and biotechnology. Graduates are found in classrooms, research labs, quality assurance labs, government labs, doctors’ offices and pharmacies.

Career opportunities include:

  • Biochemical Research
  • Biotechnology
  • Dentistry
  • Forensic Science
  • Medicine
  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Toxicology

Outside the Classroom

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Student Organizations and Clubs

Students majoring in Biochemistry can join a variety of STEM clubs and organizations, including the St. Mary’s chapter of the American Chemical Student Society.

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Science Living Community

Students majoring in any science — from Physics to Computer Science, Biology to Engineering — can join the Science Living Community. Members live together and can participate in a variety of programs throughout the year.

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