Wilkes University
84 W South St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766, United States

Wilkes University is a private university in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. It has over 2,200 undergraduates and over 2,200 graduate students.

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Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry

CREDIT HOURS - 120-124 

Why Study Biochemistry at Wilkes?

Begin using state-of-the-art chemical instruments in your freshman year. Conduct research side by side with expert professors.

The department possesses a wide range of modern spectroscopic and separations instruments, thermal analysis facilities, and equipment for synthesis and analysis. In addition, students can access the bioinformatics center and genomics-molecular biology center in the Department of Biology and Health Sciences.

The program is approved by the American Chemical Society, and students graduating with a BS in biochemistry are certified for membership. The comprehensive curriculum and hands-on experience offer great preparation for graduate or professional school, and they make Wilkes grads sought-after employees.

The fourth year of the program is dedicated to cooperative research, a useful option for students selected in the Premedical Scholars program.

What Will You Learn as a Biochemistry Student?

  • You will explore a comprehensive curriculum in analytical, organic, inorganic and physical chemistry, as well as biochemistry.
  • Get hands-on experience with a vast array of instruments, including the region’s largest nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometer.
  • Develop written and oral scientific skills that enhance your ability to communicate effectively in any setting.

https://www.wilkes.edu/academics/chemistry-biochemistry/biochemistry.aspx

Wilkes Application Checklist

Please complete the relevant application based on the program you are applying to undergraduate 

UNDERGRAD APPLICATION

High School Transcript

Original or certified true copy of your high school or secondary school record(s) in English.

The academic report should include a list of subjects studied, a qualitative rating on a course-by-course basis and an overall rating. Emailed copies are acceptable for the admissions process, however official transcripts are required to be submitted to Wilkes by the first day of mandatory orientation.

International students must present a sufficient English language proficiency score to enroll as an undergraduate student.

  • TOEFL Internet Based – 60
  • IELTS – 5.5
  • PTE – 42
  • Duolingo English Test – 85

Once the University receives all documents, processing takes one to two weeks. We will inform you of our admissions decision through the online portal. Undergraduate admissions decisions are based on superior academic standing and adequate preparation for the proposed field of study.

Please be aware of the deadlines listed below for your completed application and all other documents on the checklist. Deadlines are dependent on your semester/start date.

Fall Semester (Aug. Start)

  • June 15 if you reside outside the U.S.
  • Nursing Applicants must apply by May 15th 

Spring Semester (Jan. Start)

  • Nov. 15 if you reside outside the U.S.
  • Nursing Applicants must apply by October 15th

https://www.wilkes.edu/admissions/international/international-requirements.aspx