Biochemistry Degree

The biochemistry degree program at College of Mount St. Joseph prepares students for the scientific study of the chemistry of living systems including their fundamental reactions and chemical make-ups, as well as their chemical pathways in reference to carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids. Students who graduate from the biochemistry degree program may follow a career path in nutrition, healthcare, agriculture, and food and drug administration. Courses include bio-organic chemistry, hormonal chemistry, calorimetry, regulatory biochemistry, enzymology, and more. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer biochemistry degrees.

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College of Mount St. Joseph

800 Martinsburg Rd, Mount Vernon, OH

College of Mount Saint Joseph is a nonprofit private institution that has a fair number of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Cincinnati, Ohio, in a predominantly suburban area. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. College of Mount Saint Joseph has an annual student enrollment of over 2,500.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs College of Mount St. Joseph offers:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the school. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions to College of Mount Saint Joseph. A score between 910 to 1100 on the SAT, or 20 to 25 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. College of Mount Saint Joseph has an acceptance rate of 63 percent of which only 29 percent decided to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at msj.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $27,000 annually, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. On-campus housing is available for students, and generally costs around $4,100 for the year. Students enrolled at College of Mount St. Joseph may qualify for aid which is usually scholarships, grants, and loans.

College of Mount Saint Joseph has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, academics information, programs offered, and more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.msj.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Natural Sciences Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, natural sciences managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.3% from 2014 to 2024

Biochemists and Biophysicists

Description

Study the chemical composition or physical principles of living cells and organisms, their electrical and mechanical energy, and related phenomena. May conduct research to further understanding of the complex chemical combinations and reactions involved in metabolism, reproduction, growth, and heredity. May determine the effects of foods, drugs, serums, hormones, and other substances on tissues and vital processes of living organisms.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, biochemists and biophysicists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.2% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).