Overview

At UCM, we understand that a career in bioinformatics requires a diverse, agile skill set, so you can work with varied data sets. That’s why our Bioinformatics BS — the only bachelor’s degree program of its kind in Missouri — is interdisciplinary. You’ll gain the ability to solve problems through many lenses with a well-rounded selection of studies in biology, chemistry, computer science and more.

Select online courses offer flexibility for undergraduate students in need of convenience to fit their schedule. This can allow you more time to experience an internship or work with professors on studies in biology and other related areas.

Career

In the age of technology, companies in health care, research and development and the life sciences need employees to harness the power of big data. As the world figures out what bioinformatics is and how to use it, you can help bridge the skills gap between biological science and statistical analysis with the ability to communicate effectively in a variety of fields, such as agriculture, health care or pharmaceuticals.

Several major Missouri and Midwestern employers, such as Bayer, Cerner, Merc, Saint Luke's Health System, Stowers Institute for Medical Research and the University of Kansas Medical Center, regularly hire UCM graduates with Bioinformatics degrees.

With the Bioinformatics - Biological Sciences bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Missouri, you’ll graduate ready to join and someday lead a scientific or statistical team, with many different pathways to success. Entry-level jobs in bioinformatics can garner six-figure salaries. You’ll also be well-prepared for graduate or medical school.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Statistics and Data Analysis

Investigative Biology

Cell Biology

Genetics

Molecular Technology

General Chemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Warrensburg, United States

Disciplines

Biology Molecular Sciences Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 268 other Bachelors in Molecular Sciences in United States

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General requirements

Complete the International Student Application

Pay the non-refundable $75 application fee

Prove English proficiency

Provide financial support letter

Provide a bank statement with adequate funds

Official Transcripts

Photocopy of passport

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

19370 USD / year

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Out-of-State

19370 USD / year

≈ 19370 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10460 USD / year

≈ 10460 USD / year

Living costs

Warrensburg

United States

800 - 1300 USD / month

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