From preventing the spread of infectious diseases such as malaria and Ebola, to uncovering breakthroughs in cancer research, to working toward cures for autism and Alzheimer's disease, those working in biochemistry make some of the most significant impacts to the health and well-being of our world.
The biochemistry program is part of the School of Science, Mathematics & Technology. Our goal as a department is to graduate women and men that are uniquely equipped to provide scientific perspective and solutions to the complex problems facing humanity.
Learn about the School of Science, Mathematics & TechnologyThe Mount’s biochemistry degree is designed to uniquely equip you with the scientific perspective necessary to create solutions to the complex problems facing humanity.
In addition to biochemistry courses, the program will include studies in genetics, molecular and cellular biology. You’ll also learn about general, organic, analytical and physical chemistry. Additionally, physics, calculus
Mount St. Mary’s faculty maintain active, student-centered research programs where you’ll have the opportunity to gain real-world research experience with one-on-one interaction and mentoring from your faculty advisor. From student-authored publications and presentations at national conferences to acceptance into top medical schools and doctoral programs, Mount biochemistry students have a history of success.
The Mount’s biochemistry program will provide you with the education and experience necessary to pursue diverse career pathways such as a soil and plant scientist developing more sustainable biofuels, a chemical engineer for a technology company, or a geneticist at the National Institutes of Health in nearby Bethesda, Maryland.
View a full listing of all biochemistry courses and a sample four-year course sequence.
Baltimore, Maryland / Majors: Biochemistry, Chemistry
While at the Mount I participated in AMP, Health Professions Club, Women in STEM, American Society of Biology and Molecular Biology, Biology and Chemistry Honor Societies, and Peer Mentors.
After the Mount: University of Maryland, Baltimore - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Doctoral Program
Mount grads have been hired at companies, organizations
Mount grads also consistently pursue graduate, medical and other professional training at top institutions such as:
Sykesville, Maryland / Major: Biochemistry
I will live significantly as a leader in academics, athletics and member of society wherever I go in as many ways as I can. In my future medical career, I will help others to achieve their healthiest and best self and help others to live significantly through my abilities. I believe that as a member of the Mount community, I am able to live my best, most meaningful life through my family, faith and through the impacts that I can have on the community.
After the Mount: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (Bradenton, Florida campus)
The Mount’s biotechnology management dual degree program provides the skills needed to advance your career in biotechnology by helping you effectively communicate with both scientists and business professionals.
Learn more about the Biotechnology Management Dual Degree.
The osteopathic medicine dual degree program allows you to earn your bachelor’s degree from the Mount in four years and go directly on to earn a doctoral degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) during the next four years.
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