Overview

Pharmacy school isn’t just for pharmacists. The University of Toledo also educates future pharmacy scientists. We have one of the best pharmaceutical sciences programs in the U.S.

The University of Toledo undergrads of the Medicinal and Biological Chemistry program study how to design, synthesize and develop pharmaceutical drugs. This interdisciplinary science focuses on synthetic and organic chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, biotechnology and immunology.

Medicinal and biological chemistry bachelor's degree highlights

America’s most comprehensive pharmacy program. UToledo offers five majors in pharmaceutical sciences and a path to medical school.
Strong research focus. Medicinal and biological chemistry students are encouraged to participate early in research. They are trained in the development of new drugs and therapeutics. This is excellent experience for those who want careers in applied research in rational drug design.
Cutting-edge classrooms and labs. UToledo offers some of the nation's most advanced facilities for pharmacy, chemistry and life sciences. The Shimadzu Laboratory for Pharmaceutical Research Excellence has a mass spectrometer and other sophisticated equipment.
Excellent prep for medical school. The MBC major is a great option for students interested in medical, dental or veterinary school, as well as a physician assistant program.
Flexibility. Take electives in forensic science, biomedical science or any other area that lets you meet your career goals.
Study abroad. UToledo’s medicinal and biological chemistry program partners with universities and research centers in Hungary, Japan, India, Saudi Arabia and Jordan.
BSPS/MS in medicinal chemistry. Earn your master’s degree with an extra year and summer of study.
Learn in a real-world, health care environment. MBC majors spend their final two years mainly on UToledo’s Health Science campus. The campus is home to The University of Toledo Medical Center, other clinical practices and research facilities, and the Department of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Programme Structure

Courses:

Practices in Pharmaceutical Research

Advances in Drug Design

Environmental Microbiology

Parasitology

Organic Chemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Toledo, United States

Disciplines

Biomedical Science Chemistry Biochemistry View 934 other Bachelors in Biochemistry in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

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General requirements

4 years/units of English
4 years/units of math (including algebra I and II and geometry or equivalent)
3 years/units of natural science
3 years/units of social science
2.5 GPA or 20 ACT/1030 SAT
All international students, regardless of graduating from a U.S. high school, and students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents and did not graduate from a U.S. high school are required to submit an internet-based TOEFL

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

21519 USD / year

≈ 21519 USD / year
Out-of-State

19953 USD / year

≈ 19953 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

10593 USD / year

≈ 10593 USD / year

Living costs

Toledo

United States

893 - 1473 USD / month

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Medicinal and biological chemistry bachelor's degree highlights

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Toledo

Funding

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