Overview

You will contribute to the greater good of society through research and discovery. Graduating students earn a Chemistry degree specializing in Biochemistry at Valdosta State University, certified by the American Chemical Society (ACS). This is our most rigorous degree option. You will also prepare yourself for graduate school and a stable, well-paying, and rewarding career in the chemical industry, government research facility, or non-profit organization.

The Chemistry - ACS Certified - Biochemistry option provides you with the deepest level of understanding biochemistry. Our faculty will share their knowledge with you in all fields - organic, physical, analytical, inorganic, and biochemistry. You will learn theory in the classroom and apply that knowledge in laboratory courses. Importantly, you can make your own discoveries as you engage in undergraduate research alongside faculty mentors. Chemistry faculty routinely collaborate on research projects with faculty in other departments and industries, expanding your opportunities to learn new knowledge and skills. Yearly seminar series help you learn effective study skills, find an internship, give presentations with confidence, and choose a career.

Careers

Agricultural Chemist
Biochemist
Chemistry Professor
Food Chemist
Forensic Chemist
Materials Chemist
Medical Doctor
Research Supervisor

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Principles of Chemistry
Precalculus
Composition
Laboratory

Analytic Geometry and Calculus
Organic Chemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-12 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-05-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-08-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Valdosta, United States

Disciplines

Chemistry Biochemistry View 934 other Bachelors in Biochemistry 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.

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General requirements

Complete our online application
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Certificate of Finance Form guaranteeing that the student will have a minimum of $35,284.00 (for nine months) available for personal and educational expenses.
Completed Medical Form
All international students must purchase the VSU medical insurance plan for students to cover the cost of medical treatment while in the United States.
A copy of the student's passport/visa must be emailed to the Office of Admissions (admissions@valdosta.edu).

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

17016 USD / year

≈ 17016 USD / year
Out-of-State

16536 USD / year

≈ 16536 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

4488 USD / year

≈ 4488 USD / year

Living costs

Valdosta

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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

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