Biochemistry BS at University at Buffalo

Programme overview

Are you fascinated by the wonder and complexity of life and want to understand it on the molecular level? If so, you may be an aspiring biochemist. By gaining a solid foundation in understanding and applying biochemical principles, you will be poised to contribute to the rapidly growing knowledge of the molecular basis of human health and disease and the emerging technologies for improved disease detection and treatment.

Faculty: Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences | Department: Biochemistry | Study mode: full-time | Location: Buffalo, NY, United States

What you will study

During the first two years, you’ll typically take foundational courses and labs in subjects such as cell biology, organic chemistry, calculus and physics. Starting in your junior year, you’ll dive into biochemistry (including research) as you study genetics, metabolism and how cells work on a molecular level.

Career pathways

Most students who earn this degree go on to medical school, dental school, veterinary school or another professional health-related school—or to graduate school to get an advanced degree in biochemistry, neurobiology, pharmacy, genetics or other areas. Of course, you can also start your career right after graduation.

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Application information

Domestic applicants: USD 7,070 a year (2026-27). Undergraduate tuition for New York State residents, 2026-27 estimate, as listed for undergraduates generally; excludes fees (listed separately at $3,966), housing and related expenses. Rate applies to the undergraduate career, not a programme-specific fee Source

International applicants: USD 29,070 a year (2026-27). Undergraduate tuition for F-1/J-1 international students (same figure listed for out-of-state students), 2026-27 estimate, as listed for undergraduates generally; excludes fees ($6,466 for F-1/J-1 including International Student Fee and SUNY health insura Source

Fall entry (classes begin in August) and spring entry (classes begin in January) for first-year and transfer students.

Fall entry, domestic first-year: application opens August 1; Early Action (non-binding) deadline November 1; Honors College priority consideration December 15; Regular Decision deadline February 1; enrollment deposit due May 1 or 10 days after acceptance, whichever is later. Applications may continue to be submitted until capacity is reached.

Fall entry, domestic transfer: application opens August 1; priority scholarship consideration March 15; Regular Decision deadline May 1.

Fall entry, international first-year and transfer: Early Action November 1; Honors College priority consideration December 15; Regular Decision deadline February 1.

Spring entry: recommended application date is October 1 for first-year and international applicants and December 1 for domestic transfer applicants (priority scholarship consideration November 1 for transfer).

The application fee is $50 (non-refundable); applicants submit one of the Common Application, Coalition Application or ApplySUNY. SAT and ACT scores are not required for admission and scholarship consideration and may be submitted optionally. Fee waivers are accepted from SUNY, Common App, Coalition, College Board and NACAC.

Law (JD) application fee is $85; applicants submit the LSAT or GRE.

MD: AMCAS application accepted June 1 to November 15; supplemental application and materials due December 1; supplemental fee $100; Early Decision AMCAS due August 1 and supplemental due August 31.

Apply through the official page: https://www.buffalo.edu/admissions.html

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