A major in biochemistry gives students the essential background and skills necessary to understand and contribute to the study of chemistry of living systems.
Some students preparing for admission to medical schools choose the biochemistry major.
This interdisciplinary major is administered in the Chemistry Department. While major requirements are also listed within the Chemistry section of this catalog, changes in these requirements are the responsibility of the Science Division. To remain a major in biochemistry, a student must maintain at least a 2.0 average for all biology and chemistry courses completed.