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Illinois Institute of Technology Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry - STEM Designated
Illinois Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry - STEM Designated

Chicago, USA

126 up to 128 Hours

English

Full time

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USD 48,670 *

On-Campus

* for 18 credit hours for the academic year 2022–2023 I $29,628 for Mies Campus

Introduction

Biochemistry examines the biomolecular processes and chemical reactions occurring in living organisms and systems. This knowledge is fundamental to tackling many of the environmental and health-related challenges facing society.

At Illinois Tech the biochemistry major blends theoretical and laboratory courses in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, mathematics, statistics, and more, producing a solid foundation for careers in clinics, research, or biotechnology.

The biochemistry major at Illinois Tech is a scientifically rigorous and challenging program providing students with analytical, scientific, and practical skills through a balanced, yet flexible, offering in STEM courses. Combined with undergraduate research opportunities, this curriculum provides the knowledge, skills, and experiences to open career pathways.

Courses include biochemistry, cell biology, chemistry, human biology, genetics, microbiology, and more.

Program Overview

Biochemistry blends theoretical and laboratory courses in biochemistry, biology, chemistry, microbiology, and more. This program provides a foundation for careers in clinics, research, or biotechnology, and often is favored by students planning to attend medical school and / or pursue a Ph.D.

Why Illinois Tech is one of the best value universities in the country

As an Illinois Tech student, you’ll automatically be considered for our university’s generous institutional scholarships. On average, this adds up to a savings of $107,472 on tuition and housing for every student during your four years at Illinois Tech ($134,340 for five years, based on fall 2021 figures).

We’re committed to dramatically reducing the cost of your degree, so you can focus on learning at one of the most dynamic and innovation-driven universities in the country.

Want some more great reasons?

  • On top of our institutional scholarship, on average, Illinois Tech awards our students an additional $34,412 each in need-based tuition aid over four years ($43,015 for five years). (among FAFSA filers, fall 2021)
  • We’re the #44 Best Value School in the nation (U.S. News & World Report)
  • 98% of our students receive some form of financial aid
  • The mean starting salary of our undergraduates is $63,938

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