A major in Biochemistry is meant to prepare students for graduate studies in Chemistry or Biochemistry, for admission to a professional school such as medical school or pharmacy school, or employment in the biotechnology sector.

To successfully complete the Biochemistry major, the following coursework is required:

• 79 credits of Major Requirements (60 Chemistry/Biology credits; 2 seminar credits; and 19 Science credits)
• 34 Core credits
• 7 General electives credits
• A minimum of C grade in science courses, GPA minimum of 2.5
• A minimum of 120 credits are required for degree, the last 30 of which must be earned at La Roche College.