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Major Overview for Molecular Genetics

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Overview for Molecular Genetics

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the molecular mechanisms regulating gene expression, information transfer, replication, and stability in DNA and RNA. Includes instruction in prokaryotic genetics and gene expression; development and evolution of gene sequences and anatomical forms; biochemistry of gene replication and recombination; transcription and processing; genomics; chromatin architecture; and DNA/RNA structure.

Careers for Molecular Genetics Majors

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

Colleges Offering a Major in Molecular Genetics

Top 4 U.S. Colleges with the most degrees awarded of Molecular Genetics among the 2006-2007 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded*/
Percentage
SelectivityCost*
Rutgers University - New Brunswick-Piscataway
New Brunswick, NJ
47
(0.8%)
Moderately Selective$21,373
Texas A & M University
College Station, TX
43
(0.5%)
Minimally Selective$14,971
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
2
(0.0%)
Minimally Selective$17,322
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
2
(0.1%)
Minimally Selective$12,910
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* The number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2006-2007 graduating class.