In the last 5 years, declared majors in biochemistry have increased 300% at WLC, demonstrating the need and interest in this important field. Our graduates get jobs in the fields they want - more than 90% of biochemistry graduates from WLC are employed in an associated field or in the professional degree program of their choice, demonstrating the effectiveness of training at WLC.
Professional and Graduate School
Many of our students choose to attend graduate school, or a professional school (medical, graduate, or veterinary). In fact, 88% of graduates who expressed interest in these fields are currently enrolled in the professional degree program of their choice, with the remaining 12% of graduates currently applying for various professional schools.
A WLC biochemistry degree, along with experience in undergraduate research, provides a solid educational foundation to succeed in graduate classes. Our articulation agreements with the Medical College of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy or Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) makes our biochemistry degree a smart choice for your future career as a pharmacist or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine.
For future medical doctors and physician's assistants, knowledge of biochemistry is crucial for the MCAT and admittance into most major schools. For students interested in veterinary school, training in biochemistry is critical for acceptance in this competitive field. A WLC biochemistry degree will prepare you for all of these highly competitive fields!
Careers
Upon graduation, WLC biochemistry majors benefit from broad career opportunities in pharmacology, microbiology, immunology, biomedical engineering, and molecular medicine. Historically, a large percentage of biochemistry majors have continued their education in medical or graduate school. The biochemistry major provides a solid foundation for professional careers in medicine, dentistry, nutrition, and public health.