BCMB Undergraduate Program

Welcome to the Undergraduate Program in Biochemistry & Cellular & Molecular Biology.  Students wishing to study the function of cells and organisms at the molecular level elect to major in biological sciences with a concentration in Biochemistry & Cellular & Molecular Biology.  The curriculum prepares students for a variety of careers in biological research, biotechnology, the health professions or education.

Description of the Undergraduate Program in Biochemistry & Cellular & Molecular Biology.

Undergraduate research is an integral component of education in BCMB - affording undergraduates the opportunity to gain skills and experience that will be valuable in any career path.  If you are interested in gaining research experience in BCMB check out the departmental undergraduate research opportunities web page.

Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program

The Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement program, named after the late Dr. Ronald E. McNair, is a federal TRIO program funded at 156 institutions across the United States and Puerto Rico by the U.S. Department of Education. The McNair Program is designed to prepare participants for doctoral studies through involvement in research and other scholarly activities.

McNair participants are from disadvantaged backgrounds and have demonstrated strong academic potential. Institutions work closely with these participants through their undergraduate requirements, encourage their entrance into graduate programs, and track their progress to successful completion of advanced degrees.

The goal of the McNair Program is to increase graduate degree attainment of students from underrepresented segments of society.