The Biophysical Chemistry at James Madison University is a Bachelor program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in Harrisonburg , United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 4 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 23, 2026.

About Bachelor of Biophysical Chemistry

Biophysical chemistry uses physical science to understand complex biological systems.

Our biophysical chemistry major is extremely multidisciplinary and designed for intensive hands-on learning. Students in this major will develop a solid foundation in chemistry and physics in order to explore the inner workings of biological systems. Our faculty is dedicated to engaging students outside the classroom in mentored research projects, and students are trained in the use of equipment and instrumentation found in top research laboratories.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Biophysical Chemistry at James Madison University

Entry Requirements

In the Jordanian system: a minimum average of 70 on the 100 point grading scale. Or the equivalent in the U.S. system: a 'B' average or a 3.00 grade point average (GPA) on a 4.00 GPA grading scale. If your high school uses a different grading scale, please contact us.

If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may still be considered for admission. Please contact us to explain your situation.

English Requirements

PTEMin 58
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 81

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Biophysical Chemistry

ºLaboratory
ºPharmaceutical
ºResearch

Virtual Design and Construction Fall 2023 Internship at Idaho National Laboratory
USDA-ARS Research Field Crop Scientist Internship at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
USDA-ARS Postgraduate Research Opportunity in Immunology & Microbiology at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
USDA-ARS Honey Bee Research Scholars Internship at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
INROADS and Nestle - Quality Assurance Center Food Microbiology Internship (Columbus, Ohio) at INROADS
Co-Op Internship - Mill Product & Metallurgy - Blytheville, AR at Tenaris
Machine Learning Fall 2023 Internship at Idaho National Laboratory
Metallurgical Internship at Steel Dynamics, Inc.
Mechanical Engineer Internship at Steel Dynamics, Inc.
CDC National Poliovirus Survey Support for the U.S. NAC Fellowship 2023 at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
FDA Internship on Characterization of Salmonella Present in Produce Production Environments at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
FDA Summer Internship at Gulf Coast Seafood Laboratory at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
FDA Summer Internship at Gulf Coast Seafood Laboratory at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
CDC Research Opportunity for Prevention of Unauthorized Importation of Infectious Material at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
USDA-ARS Biological Science & Soils Internship at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
USDA-ARS Biological Science Fellowship at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
CDC Microbiologist/Biologist Research Opportunity for Project to Determine Prevalence of Capnocytophaga in Dogs at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
CDC Fellowship in Arboviral Research at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
CDC Bioinformatician, Bioinformatics Developer, or Data Scientist Fellowship at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education

Pharmacy Intern Fargo, North Dakota at Sanford Health
Pharmacy Intern - Fargo, North Dakota at Sanford Health
Supplier Diversity Intern (Remote) at AmerisourceBergen
Insights & Analytics Summer Internship - Respiratory and Inflammation at AstraZeneca

Fall 2023 Internships in Communications at Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars
Virtual Design and Construction Fall 2023 Internship at Idaho National Laboratory
Fall Interns at The ICCF Group
Research Internships â€“ Online/Onsite at Rumi Forum
USDA-ARS Research Field Crop Scientist Internship at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
USFS ORISE Conservation Fisheries Genomics Internship at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
CDC Division of Global Migration and Quarantine Communications Fellowship at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
USDA-ARS Postgraduate Research Opportunity in Immunology & Microbiology at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
USDA-ARS Honey Bee Research Scholars Internship at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
Budget, Policy, and Project Research Fellow: Building Technologies Office at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
Data, Policy, and Project Research Fellow: Building Technologies Office at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
Co-Op Internship - Mill Product & Metallurgy - Blytheville, AR at Tenaris
Machine Learning Fall 2023 Internship at Idaho National Laboratory
Collections Intern at National Museum of the United States Army
Student Internship: Real Estate Paralegal (Academic Credit) - Remote position at New York Habitat
IT Help Desk Intern at SSRS
Organic Agriculture Internship at Big Island Farms
Writing Intern (Remote) at Thaddeus Resource Center
Business Administration Intern (Remote) at Thaddeus Resource Center

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Fee Information

Application Fee 70

How to Apply

There are two freshman application options to choose from and you only need to submit one. We have no preference between the two application platforms.

We recommend selecting the option that best complements your college search and application process. If you're unsure which to select

Transfer applicants use the ApplyWeb Application. Due to technical difficulties JMU does not accept the Common App for transfer appplicants.