Chemical Biology

The chemical biology major at Saint Joseph’s University, offered by the departments of biology and chemistry, will provide you with the tools needed to understand the chemical processes that occur at the molecular level.

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What Sets Our Program Apart

  • The chemical biology major at Saint Joseph’s University will help you develop a strong academic background to pursue a career in the pharmaceutical, chemical or biochemical industries. You will take courses in both chemistry and biology and focus on your areas of interest.

  • The hallmark of the program is engagement in faculty-directed, independent research projects. Through this hands-on approach, you will apply what you learn in the classroom and laboratory to real-world scientific problems. You'll also gain experience using state-of-the-art instruments and conduct data analysis and interpretation.

  • Saint Joseph's University's chemical biology degree offers students the foundation to pursue their interests and career goals. Many students go on to graduate school to further develop their skills and advance their career.

What Can I Do with a Degree in Chemical Biology?

Program alumni have been accepted into top professional programs in medicine and public health. Chemical biology majors have presented their research at local, regional and national meetings, and in scientific journals. Students are also nominated regularly for Phi Beta Kappa honors and prestigious science awards. Recent graduates have gone on to pursue careers as:

  • Cellular and molecular biologists
  • Biochemists
  • Geneticists
  • Pharmacologists
  • Medical specialists
  • Biotechnologists
  • Forensic scientists
  • Neuroscientists 
  • Pharmaceutical sales representatives

Why Pursue this Program in Philadelphia?

The Philadelphia region is home to many prestigious graduate and professional programs in the pharmaceutical, chemical and biochemical industries.

Program Details

  • View required courses for this program in the academic catalog. Please contact us if you have any questions about the program curriculum.

  • Affordable tuition rates can be found on our tuition and fees website.*

    *Pricing does not include room and board, health insurance or any professional, clinical or transportation fees. Visit our tuition & fees page for a detailed breakdown.

Admission Information

  • To apply for this program, complete an application online. SAT and/or ACT scores are optional but you can submit them if you think they’ll strengthen your application.

    Learn more about admissions requirements and how to apply as a first-year student, transfer student or international student.

  • First-Year Students
    Applications for high school students are available beginning August 1 of your senior year. Early Decision, Early Action and Regular Decision options are available. For a full timeline of deadlines, visit our admission page.

    Transfer Students
    Applications to transfer to Saint Joseph’s are accepted on a rolling basis for fall and spring start terms.

  • 1. To be considered for admission, you must have graduated from an approved secondary school (or be on track to graduate), received a diploma from an accredited home school association or earned a GED.

    2. A high school transcript with an official school stamp or an official GED transcript is required. High school transcripts must include courses completed through your junior year as well as courses in progress during your senior year. If you’ve attended any post-secondary institutions, official transcripts for those institutions are required as well.

  • Transfer credit may be awarded for previous coursework. A course must meet the following requirements to be considered for transfer to Saint Joseph’s University:

    • Undergraduate courses with a grade of “C” or above
    • Graduate courses with a grade of “B” or above
    • Pass/Fail grades are not eligible for transfer credit
    • Must be from a regionally or programmatically accredited institution
    • The coursework must match the course offered at Saint Joseph's
    • Some programs have a time limit for specific courses
    • Earned credit may be submitted for review based on a timeline of less than or equal to 5 to 10 years between completion of course and enrollment at SJU

    *Visit the transfer page for a detailed breakdown of courses and institutions eligible for transfer.

  • If you are not a United States citizen, you must show proof of permanent resident visa status. Students educated in another country may be admitted if they:

    • Satisfy general admission requirements
    • Earn a minimum of 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based) or 79 (internet-based) on the Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) administered by the Educational Testing Service of Princeton, New Jersey

    Students from English-speaking countries may choose to take the SAT or ACT as an option to the TOEFL exam. An evaluation of foreign transcripts by the World Education Service or other approved agency is required.

  • Saint Joseph’s is a military-friendly institution and offers assistance and services to veterans and their dependents who are utilizing educational benefits. Benefits include:

    • Chapter 30 Montgomery GI Bill®
    • Chapter 31 Vocational Rehabilitation
    • Chapter 33 Post 911 GI Bill®
    • Chapter 35 Survivors and Dependents Assistance
    • Chapter 1606 National Guard or Reserves
    • Chapter 1607 National Guard or Reserves (REAP) (*if eligible, must be utilized by November 25, 2019)
    • Pennsylvania National Guard Educational Assistance Program (EAP)
    • Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA)

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