Clinical Chemistry
    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    USD 48,022 / Year
    Next IntakeMay 1, 2023
    Clinical Chemistry

    About

    Please Note For this program, In-Person are 12.5 credits, while Online are 9 credits.

    Clinical chemists analyze blood and body fluids to determine their biochemical parameters and the physiological health of the patient. This information helps physicians to prevent, diagnose, monitor, and treat disease. Clinical chemists use the latest technology to measure enzyme activity, blood gas saturation, drug and glucose concentrations, and other biochemical reactions.

    Program Overview

    These professionals analyze blood and body fluids to determine their biochemical parameters and the physiological health of the patient. This information helps physicians to prevent, diagnose, monitor, and treat disease. Clinical chemists use the latest technology to measure enzyme activity, blood gas saturation, drug and glucose concentrations, and other biochemical reactions.

    Curriculum

    Learn about the classes and schedule options available for completing your degree.

    Disciplines

    College of Health Professions

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Students who have taken coursework outside of the United States should submit a course-by-course academic credential evaluation from a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member credentialing organization. Applicants who do not have a NACES evaluation are required to submit official transcripts, along with an official English translation, to Jefferson for review. Thomas Jefferson University reserves the right to outsource student academic credentials to our NACES member partner for evaluation.

    In addition to the required application materials listed above, all international applicants must provide one of the following marks of English proficiency:

    • TOEFL Exam: minimum 80 IBT or IBT Home Edition (no sub-score below 20); exam must have been taken within last two years
    • TOEFL Essentials Exam: minimum 8.5 (no sub-score below 8); exam must have been taken within last two years
    • IELTS Exam: minimum 6.5 (no sub-score below 6); exam must have been taken within last two years
    • Duolingo Exam: 115
    • Pearson PTE Academic Exam: 53
    • SAT: 500 Math and Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW)
    • ACT: 19 English minimum
    • ELS 112 Certificate of Completion
    • Completion of English Composition I & English Composition II at a college or university in the United States with a “C” or better

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 53
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 80

    Career

    Software Developer

    Fee Information

    Application Fee 50

    How to Apply

    We offer two pathways to apply for admission. To get started, submit either the Common Application or MyJefferson Application. Our application fee is $50.

    The Admissions Committee emphasizes a holistic review process that examines the entirety of an applicant's academic aptitude, motivation, problem-solving skills, leadership potential and life experiences.

    • Transcripts: Official high school transcripts are required. Official transcripts may be submitted electronically by your school counselor to [email protected] or sent by postal mail to the address below.
    • Letter of Recommendation: Submit one letter of reference that provides insight into your academic competence. A reference from a teacher or counselor is encouraged. You will be prompted to provide recommender information when submitting your application for admission.
    • Personal Essay: Submit a writing sample to share more information about yourself. Some programs require applicants to address a specific topic and submit a supplemental essay so please carefully review the instructions and prompts when submitting your application.
    • Portfolio (Optional): Students applying to a Jefferson design program are encouraged, but not required, to submit a portfolio of their creative works.
    • Healthcare Experience (Optional): Students applying to an Accelerated Dual Degree program in Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy or Physician Assistant Studies are encouraged, but not required, to submit a summary of any health-related activities, community service, shadowing or internship hours that you have achieved. Please review the instructions when prompted within the application.
    Clinical Chemistry
    Thomas Jefferson University
    Thomas Jefferson University
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    United States of America, Philadelphia

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