Biochemistry
An array of concentrations or degree specializations are available in the Department of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Entomology, and Plant Pathology. From forensic sciences to pre-professional programs such as medicine, dental, veterinary, business and pharmacy to bioinformatics concentrations, the core curriculum is well-grounded in the life sciences and is designed to offer a comprehensive education toward a degree that can be leveraged into a variety of careers in medicine, biotechnology, agriculture and research.
Bioinformatics
Prepares students to apply computational and database skills to molecular biological problems.
Career Opportunities:
- Bioinformatics scientist — median annual salary of $79,590
- Microbiologist — median annual salary of $67,550
- Software engineer — median annual salary of $100,690
- AI specialist — median annual salary of $146,090
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Entomology
Prepares students to identify and prevent the damage and disease caused by insect to crops, livestock, and humans.
Career Opportunities:
- Agricultural consultant - median annual salary of $58,140
- Beekeeper - median annual salary of $44,750
- Forensic entomologist - median annual salary of $64,100
- Pest control specialist - median annual salary of $36,610
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Forensic Science
Prepares students to work in criminology or forensics using molecular sciences.
Career Opportunities:
- Crime laboratory analyst — median annual salary of $58,230
- Forensic anthropologist — median annual salary of $62,280
- Forensic engineer — median annual salary of $95,000
- Medical examiner — median annual salary of $72,420
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Plant Pathology
Prepares students to detect plant disease and prescribe remedies in plant production.
Career Opportunities:
- Agricultural consultant — median annual salary of $58,240
- FDA regulatory agent — median annual salary of $106,140
- Researcher — median annual salary of $63,950
- Seed and plant production agent — median annual salary of $66,700
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Pre-Dental
Prepares students for the Dental Admissions Test and dental school.
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Pre-MBA
Prepares students for an advanced business degree.
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Pre-Medicine
Prepares students for the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) and medical school.
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Pre-Optometry
Prepares students for the Optometry Admissions Test and optometry school.
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Pre-Pharmacy
Prepares students for the Pharmacy College Admissions Test and pharmacy school.
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Pre-Veterinary Medicine
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Science
Prepares students to pursue graduate research after completion of their undergraduate degree.
