Overview

Degree Requirements

Students who major in the Biochemical and Biophysical Sciences program of University of Houston must meet the general requirements in addition to the special requirements for a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Degree.

Students who major in biochemical and biophysical sciences may not double major, double degree, or minor in biology.

Programme Structure

Courses Included:

Genetics

Chemistry

Calculus

Probability

College Physics

Physical Chemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-02 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-04 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-02 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-05 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Houston, United States

Disciplines

Physics Chemistry Biochemistry View 1742 other Bachelors in Chemistry in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

You'll apply as an international freshman student if you plan to attend the University of Houston:

with citizenship from a country outside the U.S.

have no college coursework (or have less than 15 credit hours from an accredited university).

have an equivalent GPA 3.0 or higher (4.0 scale).

meet English Language Requirements

Pay the $90 application fee.

Send official test scores directly from the testing agency. SAT/ACT scores are only required for special programs.

Send official secondary school or high school academic records (transcripts, mark sheets, graduation certificate, etc.), preferably submitted electronically through your school counselor via email or the Common Application.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

28066 USD / year

≈ 28066 USD / year
Out-of-State

28066 USD / year

≈ 28066 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

11972 USD / year

≈ 11972 USD / year

Living costs

Houston

United States

1067 - 1950 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Biochemical and Biophysical Sciences.

Available Scholarships

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