Biochemistry

University of Utah

United States of America, Salt Lake City

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University of Utah

United States of America , Salt Lake City

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines22-Aug-2022 2-Sep-2022

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 50,021 / Year

Apply Date 2-Sep-2022

Next Intake 22-Aug-2022

Biochemistry

About

Biochemistry is the study of molecular level details that underlie life processes. In addition to biochemistry, students who earn the degree receive a broad based training in all areas of chemistry and apply these to their studies of life. The program provides significant flexibility to the students to fashion the degree to meet their educational objectives, through a variety of elective offerings that provide depth and breadth.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Rigorous course selection throughout high school career (i.e. Honors, AP, IB, and Dual/Concurrent Enrollment courses)
Grade trends
Cumulative unweighted GPA
Excellence in academic achievement, intellectual pursuits, and creative endeavors
Satisfactory completion of all high school core course requirements

*New Admissions Criteria: The University of Utah is Test Optional for freshman applications for Fall 2022 admission. ACT/SAT scores are not required for admission, merit scholarships (including department scholarships), or direct admission programs (including Engineering). Freshman applications to the University of Utah for Fall 2022 will be evaluated using a holistic review process that takes into consideration factors such as a student’s high school GPA, course rigor, etc. To find out more click here.

Students admitted prior to high school graduation must complete their senior year satisfactorily and have a final high school transcript sent for review. Likelihood of admission may also depend on the quality of the applicant pool and University enrollment goals.

If you do not meet the above requirements, it is likely you will not be admitted. Consider attending another regionally accredited college or university and reapply after you have 30 semester or 45 quarter transferable credits with at least a 2.6 GPA.

Some applicants not meeting the admission standards may be considered for admission on an exception basis if their special talents or diversity enhances the institution's life and character.

English Program Requirements

You can use this chart as a reference to help you understand the ways you can most effectively provide proof of English proficiency based on the type of application you are submitting.

Please note: Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degrees must be earned from a regionally-accredited U.S. college or university and be completed within two years of submitting your application and paying the application fee.

Career

As a graduate of the Us biochemistry program, a number of job opportunities are available to you. You could become a scientist in private industry, government, or education, pursue professional training in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, or other health-related fields, or work in areas such as forensics, business, and law. Careers in higher education, as professors, researchers, and administrators are also possible with additional training.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

USD 50,021 / Year

How to Apply

Apply for admission by submitting the Common Application. Be sure to fill out the application completely, as it will be used to determine admissibility. Once an application has been started, you will be able to save and continue at any time until submitted. After you have submitted your application, changes cannot be made. For more information on the Common Application, you can find the Common App guide for first time students here.

Required Documents

- Transcripts (mark sheets, school records, grades) for secondary school (9-12). Official English translations must be provided if the transcripts are only in the native language.

- We require official transcripts. We will however accept unofficial copies of transcripts for any schools outside of the U.S. to complete your application. Please note that we will require official copies of your transcripts should you be admitted. Unofficial transcripts can be sent to us directly at [email protected].

- Before starting classes at the University of Utah, students must submit an official copy of their secondary school transcript and proof of graduation directly to the Office of Admissions.

- If you have taken the GED exam in place of a high school diploma, please have your official GED scores sent directly from the GED website.

- Official printed transcripts can be dropped off in a closed envelope sealed with adhesive at the International Admissions service window in the Student Services Building (SSB) or mailed to:

         The University of Utah
         International Admissions
         201 South 1460 East, Room 250s
         Salt Lake City, UT 84112 USA

*Please do not send official international transcripts via email or fax as they will not be accepted as official.

- If your international school uses the following electronic transcript services they will be considered official:
         Credentials Solutions
         Parchment/Naviance
         National Student Clearing House
eScrip-Safe
Scoir

*When requesting your transcripts using any of these services please use this email [email protected].