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Major Overview for Molecular Biochemistry

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Overview for Molecular Biochemistry

A program that focuses on the scientific relationship of physiological function to the structure and actions of macromolecules and supramolecular assemblies such as multienzyme complexes, membranes, and viruses. Includes instruction in the chemical mechanisms of regulation and catalysis, protein synthesis and other syntheses, and biomolecular chemical reactions.

Careers for Molecular Biochemistry Majors

A major in Molecular Biochemistry is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in Molecular Biochemistry

Top 5 U.S. Colleges with the most degrees awarded of Molecular Biochemistry among the 2006-2007 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded*/
Percentage
SelectivityCost*
University of California-Davis
Davis, CA
228
(3.8%)
Moderately Selective$21,165
University of California-Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
34
(1.0%)
Minimally Selective$21,454
Drake University
Des Moines, IA
30
(4.3%)
Minimally Selective$31,512
University of Richmond
Richmond, VA
27
(3.1%)
Highly Selective$45,860
Wesleyan University
Middletown, CT
15
(2.0%)
Most Selective$48,141
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* The number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2006-2007 graduating class.