1. University of Iowa
  2. Program
  3. Dual-bachelors
  4. BA and BS Biochemistry

BA and BS Biochemistry

4 Years On Campus Dual-bachelors Program

University of Iowa

Program Overview

Biochemistry is the study of the basic biological and chemical processes that occur in all living systems. It is an area suited to students who enjoy science and math and who may be considering a career as a research scientist. A biochemistry degree is solid preparation for advanced degree science programs and for careers in medicine, biology, chemistry, or dentistry. In addition to offering a core of course work in biochemistry, this field is interdisciplinary and also involves the study of biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, and computer science.

Program Key Stats

$43500 (Annual cost)



84 %

Eligibility Criteria


1230
6.5
80

Additional Information & Requirements

Academic records, Typical SAT scores (combined critical reading and math)- 1060-1267, ACT Composite 23-28, Average GPA 3.64, TOEFL: IBT-80, PBT-530, IELTS-6.5, PTE-53

Career Options

  • Iowa graduates have job placement rates ranging from 86-100 percent
  • depending on their area of study
  • and our Pomerantz Career Center offers multiple resources to help students find internships and jobs
  • Iowa's biochemistry program offers solid preparation for careers in medicine
  • biology
  • chemistry
  • dentistry
  • research
  • or related sciences
  • About one-third of biochemistry majors go on to study medicine; others enter graduate programs
  • professional degree programs
  • such as dentistry
  • or find jobs in industry and research
  • Biochemists with advanced degrees work in teaching and research
  • They also pursue administrative careers at universities
  • medical schools
  • hospitals
  • government laboratories
  • private research agencies
  • biotechnology companies
  • and in food
  • drug
  • cosmetics
  • chemistry
  • petroleum
  • and other industries

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