Biochemistry Bachelor of Science
Biochemists explore the molecular nature of cells, study the development of illnesses, search for new drugs, predict undeveloped/inherited health problems and help forensic experts identify criminals. Our undergraduate curriculum includes chemistry, mathematics, physics, genetics and biology. Accredited by the American Chemical Society and ranking in the top three in the number of certified degrees awarded in New York, our biochemistry degree will help you pursue graduate study, attend health-related professional schools, or work in entry-level positions at laboratories or in pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.
Join the student affiliate of the American Chemical Society (ACS), which offers free tutoring and other services — and has often been cited as one of the most outstanding in the country. Excel and you may qualify for the chemistry honors program, which emphasizes independent study and research — or even the national honor societies Sigma Xi and Phi Kappa Phi.
SUNY Oswego’s Molecular Biology and Biochemistry Research Center — the research and teaching facility where you’ll take a number of your lab classes — conducts important work in cancer and anti-diabetic drug discovery, the effects of lead on the cardiovascular system, ecological and genetic studies and more. Updated and powerful labs in the Shineman Center will aid all your research pursuits.
Campus Information
Main Oswego Campus
Intakes
- Jan
- Aug
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
There are many strategies for exploring careers and identifying occupations that fit your career preferences. It is never too early to begin exploring!
Exploratory and Networking Events
Throughout the semester we host a variety of events that give you exposure to different career paths and professionals in various industries to aid in your exploration. Some events include:
Test Drive Your Career
We'll take you there! Join us for a visit off-campus to a company or organization that you are interested in to learn first hand about the industry.
Pizza with Professionals
Over 100 professionals come to campus each year to talk to you about careers.
Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) Program
Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) is a mentoring program that matches students with individual alumni in a diverse range of professional industries to explore career fields of interest.
Job Shadow/Informational Interview
Spend a day with a professional in the field or interview a professional about their discipline. This is a great way to learn firsthand about career fields or majors. Check out these tips on networking and the informational interviewing video to get you started.
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Admission requirements
In order to be eligible for admission to SUNY Oswego, international applicants must fulfill the following requirements:
- Have the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma;
- Have a minimum grade point average (GPA) equivalent to 2.5 on a 4.0 grading scale;
- Show an English proficiency score of 71 for TOEFL, 6.0 for IELTS, or 55 in PTE. Additional scores may be considered on a case-by-case basis; please view this document for a complete list of English proficiency scores that are currently accepted for admission to the university. Conditional admission is also possible; see this section for details.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
144404 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 50 USD
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