Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences at The University of Iowa
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    Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences at The University of Iowa

    The University of Iowa
    The University of Iowa
    United States of America
    United States of America, Iowa City
    University Rank:#530
    Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences at The University of Iowa

    The Biomedical Sciences is a Bachelor degree offered by The University of Iowa at its main campus in Iowa City , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 4 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from May 15, 2027.

    About Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences

    The interdisciplinary Biomedical Sciences BS major is designed for undergraduate students with an aptitude for the sciences and who plan to attend medical school or conduct biomedical research in graduate school and beyond.

    This program is specifically designed to cover the coursework needed for admission to medical schools and prepares students for the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). 

    Entry into the Biomedical Sciences major is selective, with a limited number of students admitted to the program. The curriculum is challenging, requiring extreme dedication by its students, who will be mentored by UI faculty members from the participating departments.

    The Departments of Biochemistry, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology, and Immunology collaborate to offer the Biomedical Sciences major.  

    The final deadline to complete the supplemental application is May 15.

    Disciplines

    College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences at The University of Iowa

    Entry Requirements

    Name of final diploma/certificate:
    Tawjihi (General Secondary Education Certificate)

    Minimum average overall grade requirement on core academic subjects such as mathematics, science, language, and social science courses (grade is comparable to U.S. grade of a B or 3.0 GPA):
    70/100%

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 80

    Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences

    Careers and Outcomes

    Iowa graduates have a 95 percent job/grad school placement rate within six months of graduation. Our Pomerantz Career Center offers multiple resources to help students find internships and jobs.

    Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences at The University of Iowa

    Application Fee 80

    How to Apply for Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences at The University of Iowa

    1. Submit your application.

      You can apply through the University of Iowa application or the Common Application (fall session only). We make admission decisions on a rolling basis beginning October 1 (International Application deadlines vary depending on your area of study).

    2. Pay the application fee.

      The $80 application fee is non-refundable. No application fee waivers are available unless you will be graduating from a high school inside the U.S.

    3. Upload your academic records.

      Within your Admissions Profile in MyUI, upload copies of all required official transcripts from every secondary school (high school), college, university, technical/vocational institute, or professional institution you have attended.

      Examine the Country Specific Admissions Requirement List to learn more about the required credentials and minimum academic standards needed for Admissions. Iowa offers college credit for a variety of exams.

    4. Meet our English Proficiency Requirement.

      See details of our English Proficiency Requirements. If applicable, have the testing agency send us your TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo score.

    5. Have your ACT or SAT scores sent by the testing agency.

      Our institution code is 1356 for the ACT; 6681 for the SAT.

      ACT or SAT is required if:​
      • You plan to use ACT/SAT to meet the English Proficiency Requirement
      • You plan to apply for scholarships (some awards require an ACT or SAT score)
         
    Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences at The University of Iowa
    The University of Iowa
    The University of Iowa
    United States of America

    United States of America, Iowa City

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