Program(s) Available: B.S., Minor
Do you enjoy combining substances and watching how they interact with one another? Do you see your future self in a lab coat? Look no further, future Bearcat. Northwest has the perfect lab for you!
At Northwest, Biochemistry students gain practical laboratory experience and foundational knowledge in organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, biochemistry, physical chemistry and analytical chemistry. Students can choose a Biochemistry degree that is certified by the American Chemical Society (ACS).
The biochemistry emphasis focuses on compounds in living systems including their composition, properties and chemical reactions, to understand the structure and function of biological systems. The cross-discipline curriculum in biology and chemistry trains students to be competitive in the rapidly expanding biotechnology field.
Minor programs in chemistry are available. A minor in chemistry teaches students the foundations of college algebra, physics and chemistry. This minor requires the completion of 24 credit hours.
A minor in biochemistry teaches students the foundations of college algebra, biology and plant science. This minor requires the completion of 28 credit hours.
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(sonographic/radiologic/echocardiographic sciences)
Tue, Oct. 6, 2026
(biomedical/pre-professional)
Tue, Oct. 27, 2026
(marine biology & wildlife ecology/conservation)
School of Natural Sciences
660.562.1388
crater@nwmissouri.edu
“One of my favorite parts about our major is the smaller class sizes and all of the hands-on learning that we get. I'm going to leave with so much experience that I know I wouldn't have had at other universities.”
Chloe DeVries
Biochemistry Major | Red Oak, Iowa (2025)
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Northwest’s award-winning Dean L. Hubbard Center for Innovation features more than $3 million invested in state-of-the-art instruments that undergraduate students may access to gain profession-based experience.
Garrett-Strong Science Building offers 26 labs where students gain profession-based experience on campus. The building is the home to a synthetic cadaver, aquarium, two museums and living animals that include a hedgehog, rats, iguanas and others kept in labs.
Faculty-led research is an opportunity for undergraduate students to produce original research resulting in publishing their work and gaining valuable professional experience. This is available for students showing interest in furthering their education.
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