by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. We've also included details on how WKU ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in biochemistry.
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The bachelor's program at WKU was ranked #250 on College Factual's Best Schools for biochemistry list. It is also ranked #3 in Kentucky.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 235 |
| Best Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology Schools | 250 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Western Kentucky University handed out 10 bachelor's degrees in biochemistry, biophysics & molecular biology. Last year, the same number of degrees were handed out.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at WKU paid an average of $1,125 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $477 per credit hour. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $11,436 | $27,000 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $12,043 | $12,043 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,409 | $2,409 |
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Of the 10 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in biochemistry from WKU in 2022, 40% were men and 60% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at WKU are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 70% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Kentucky University with a bachelor's in biochemistry.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
WKU does not offer an online option for its biochemistry bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the WKU Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the biochemistry majors at Western Kentucky University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Biology | 120 |
| Ecology, Evolution & Systematics Biology | 7 |
| Genetics | 3 |
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