Biology-Chemistry
This major is excellent preparation for medical school or careers in dentistry, pharmacy, research and other rewarding fields. You鈥檒l develop a strong foundation in both biology and chemistry that will prepare you for a life of service and achievement.
Learn side by side with outstanding faculty
In small classes, you鈥檒l increase your scientific understanding and work hands-on to develop your research skills. You鈥檒l find a new home in Parmer Hall, the campus鈥檚 newest building, with 16 labs and state-of-the-art scientific equipment. You鈥檒l begin to master lab techniques on day one. You can pursue your own scientific research starting in freshman year, with full faculty mentoring and support鈥攜ou may even qualify for grant funding. In a curriculum deeply rooted in the liberal arts, you鈥檒l expand your capacity for critical thinking, problem solving and effective communication. This interdisciplinary program is serious preparation for graduate study and professional success.
Amazing opportunities鈥攐n campus and beyond
Practical experience is built into the curriculum. Our internships draw on Chicago鈥檚 world-class research, cultural and medical resources. You鈥檒l gain invaluable experience at prestigious organizations such as , , the , the and . You can combine academic study with compassionate service to people in need, or immerse yourself in a different society and culture through our outstanding study abroad program. You鈥檒l have your choice from among programs on four continents.
Discover something new
Undergraduate research is a Dominican trademark. You won鈥檛 have to wait until graduate school to work side by side with a brilliant faculty scholar. Our annual research expo in April will give you a chance to practice your presentation skills and show your stuff. Topics of recent student projects include:
- Chromatographic separation of natural product mixtures to obtain and characterize biologically active compounds
- Host/guest interaction energetics from theory and experimental data
- Synthesis and characterization of diazeniumdiolate nitroxy (HNO) donor
International Students
For international students (F-1), this program is a STEM-designated program, which can qualify you to extend your post-graduation stay in the United States.
Lucas Eggers
Dominican University 黄色直播
鈥淢y experience at Dominican has shaped my life and education in many ways. These experiences will be so important to me when working in medicine.鈥
Prepare for a life of service and achievement
Professionals with rigorous training in the sciences are in more demand than ever before. Whether you plan a career in medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, education, biomedical or pharmaceutical research, or another rewarding field, this major will give you the knowledge and skills you鈥檒l need to achieve your most ambitious career goals. Our graduates are thoughtful, deeply knowledgeable, open to new ideas, skilled in the laboratory, proficient with the latest technologies, and able to adapt and thrive through long and meaningful careers. They have earned their way into leadership positions in the professions of their choice.
Dr. Leticia Perez
Dominican University 黄色直播
鈥淎t Dominican, everyone really made me feel welcome and at home. I liked the small size because I knew I was going to have more connections with my professors and more one-on-one attention."