BS Health Sciences with a Major in Medical Genetics and Molecular Biology at George Washington University

Programme overview

The bachelor of science in health sciences (BSHS) in medical genetics and molecular biology is a robust program for undergraduate students who recognize the impact and opportunity that molecular testing has in the future of healthcare solutions. Students who excel at science-based coursework and are passionate about the potential for molecular testing in medical science are a good fit for the program. The program provides theoretical knowledge and practical skills for positions in diagnostic clinical laboratories, public health laboratories, biotechnology companies, government and law enforcement agencies, and research institutes.

Faculty: School of Medicine and Health Sciences | Department: Undergraduate Programs, School of Medicine and Health Sciences | Duration: 60 credits | Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

6 credits in critical thinking, quantative reasoning, or scientific reasoning in the social sciences. 3 credits in quantitative reasoning (college algebra, statistics, or higher) 3 credits in scientific reasoning. This requirement is satisfied with the general biology prerequiste. A course with an approved oral communication component.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University/college-level admission (applies to all majors): One letter of recommendation (letter of recommendation is waived for GAA applicants) Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended (including via dual enrollment), whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript. Transcripts must be forwarded in their original sealed envelopes. Official transcript may also be sent electronically directly from the institution. Applicants may receive credit for college-level coursework through International Baccalaureate (IB) or College Board Advanced Placement (AP) examinations. Official score results must be forwarded directly from the College Board. Please ref

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

First-year students enter in the fall semester; transfer applications are accepted for fall and spring admission.

Early Decision I deadline is November 1 and Early Decision II is January 5 (both binding); the Regular Decision deadline is January 5. Applications use the Common Application. Transfer applications are due April 15 for fall and October 1 for spring. Testing is optional (SAT or ACT), except for BA/MD, homeschooled and narrative-evaluation applicants. BFA applicants (except Interior Architecture) submit a portfolio of 10 to 15 works through SlideRoom. The application fee is $80.

International applicants whose first language is not English submit TOEFL (minimum 90), IELTS (minimum 6.5) or PTE Academic scores.

Apply through the official page: https://undergraduate.admissions.gwu.edu

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