The BS in biochemistry provides students with a course of study in the fundamental knowledge of the chemical substances and vital processes of living organisms. Discoveries of new drugs, the recognition and control of new pathogens, development of new catalysts for energy transformations and the production of new materials, and solutions to problems such as food production and environmental remediation depend upon a thorough grounding in this area of science. Additional Program Fee: Yes Second Language Requirement: No First Required Math Course: MAT 270 - Calculus w/Analytic Geometry I. Program Math Intensity:program math intensity substantial Substantial

A solid undergraduate education in biochemistry provides the necessary background for career paths in chemical industries, government, health care, research, teaching and other areas. Students planning careers in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy or veterinary medicine often study biochemistry with supporting work in biology and chemistry as the route for preprofessional training. Example Careers: Students who complete this degree program may be prepared for the following careers. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions. Career examples include but are not limited to the following: *growth *median salary Biochemists and Biophysicists Bright OutlookBright Outlook 37.42% $79,230 Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary 15.12% $74,110 Clinical Research Coordinators Bright Outlook 15.45% $114,770 Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists Bright Outlook 40.36% $76,130 Molecular and Cellular Biologists Bright Outlook 18.76% $70,790 Natural Sciences Managers Green OccupationGreen 15.45% $114,770 Pharmacists Bright Outlook 17.01% $113,390 Physicians and Surgeons, All Other not available Water Resource Specialists Green Occupation Bright Outlook 15.45% $114,770