Bachelor in Biochemistry (Bachelor's)

For Bachelor in Biochemistry (Bachelor's), tuition is Tuition for the 2025-2026 academic year is $60,880..

This programme combines chemistry and biochemistry with a focus on hands-on learning and research from the first year. Students engage in laboratory work, data analysis, and original research projects under faculty mentorship. The curriculum emphasizes scientific reasoning, evidence-based thinking, and the social context of scientific practice. Students develop communication skills for both scientific and general audiences.

Focus areas include analytical chemistry, biochemistry, computational chemistry, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, physical chemistry.

The programme requires 120 credits, distributed across core chemistry and biochemistry courses, laboratory work, and a capstone research project or thesis. Students complete advanced coursework and participate in faculty-led research throughout their studies.

Graduates pursue careers in pharmaceutical research, biotechnology, healthcare, materials science, energy, and consulting, or continue to graduate study in chemistry, biochemistry, or related fields.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent with strong performance in science and mathematics courses. Submission of transcripts, standardized test scores, and a personal statement is required. International students must also provide English proficiency test results.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. on-campus, full-time, four years. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 13% of applicants.

Students at Bates take part in a campus community that connects academic life with social responsibility and the wider city of Lewiston. Campus activities include arts and athletics, concerts, readings, plays, exhibitions, and dance performances. Public and community events, alumni activities, and student-led conversations add to the range of experiences available beyond scheduled classes. The college's calendars also include orientation, holidays, examinations, registration, commencement, and reunion.

Academic choice is central to the Bates experience. Students can choose from 38 majors and 29 minors, or create an interdisciplinary major through the Independent Interdisciplinary Studies program. The faculty community includes scholars, scientists, and artists who support students through personalized mentorship. Academic opportunities extend from first-year seminars to senior thesis work, with an emphasis on intellectual inquiry, reflection, personal growth, and engagement with the world beyond the campus.

International students can connect with Bates through virtual information sessions, student-led Bobcat Chats, and an on-demand virtual campus tour. The admission team provides regional contacts for applicants selecting their country or region, alongside opportunities to speak with current students or admission staff. Bates is located at 2 Andrews Road in Lewiston, Maine. In-person visits include a student-guided campus tour, an information session, and opportunities to learn about admission and financial aid.