Overview

The Bioinformatics degree from Loyola University Chicago will prepare you with:

technical skills at the interface of biology, computer science, chemistry and statistics;

biological and chemical laboratory techniques;

computer programming capabilities;

statistical techniques to analyze results from laboratory experiments and computer outputs; and

an understanding of key problems, proposed solutions, and future challenges of the bioinformatics field.

Careers

The bioinformatics major prepares students for careers in this leading-edge field. Students pursuing the undergraduate minor, Bachelor of Science (BS), Master of Science (MS), or Accelerated (BS/MS) degrees in Bioinformatics benefit from studying with distinguished faculty from a range of disciplines and from using state-of-the-art computer equipment in the latest lab facilities.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

General Biology

Genetics

Genetics Laboratory

Chemical and Structural Properties

Chemical Reactivty

Quantitative Methods in Chemistry

Biochemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

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At Loyola University, application deadlines are for priority consideration, but rolling admissions continue on a space-available basis thereafter.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 135 other Bachelors in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete either Loyola University Chicago's free online application or apply through Common App.

Send in all official high school and secondary transcripts from each institution you have attended.

English proficiency scores.

Ask for a letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor or have them use our online form.

500-word personal statement.

Send a resume of your achievements and extracurricular activities at school or in your community.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

54530 USD / year

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Out-of-State

54530 USD / year

≈ 54530 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

54530 USD / year

≈ 54530 USD / year

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 USD / month

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