Maddisyn Behney ’26 Named Goldwater Scholar
Learn More About the Program
As a biochemistry and molecular biology major, you’ll have the opportunity to work with top researchers in the field and present your findings in peer-reviewed journals and conferences. When you graduate, you’ll be ahead of the pack and well on your way to a fulfilling and fascinating career in the life sciences. Need-based departmental scholarships are available.
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LVC biochem/molecular bio graduates have received NIH fellowships in the last 14 years
80%
(8 of 10) Class of 2023 Medical School Acceptance Rate (National Average = 42% [Class of 2022])
100%
(3 of 3) Class of 2023 Dental School Acceptance Rate (National Average = 53.5% [American Dental Education Association])
100%
(3 of 3) Class of 2023 Pharmacy School Acceptance Rate (National Average = 89% [March 2023])
90%
(9 of 10) Class of 2023 Veterinary School Acceptance Rate (National Average = 10-15%)
100%
(3 of 3) Class of 2023 Optometry School Acceptance Rate (National Average = 74%)
62.5%
(5 of 8) LVC Five-year Physician Assistant Acceptance Rate (National Average = 31%)
Career Opportunities
Biochemistry and molecular biology graduates pursue careers in medicine, life science research, pharmaceutical sciences, bioanalytical chemistry, and microbiology, among other interesting career choices.
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Physician
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Molecular Biologist
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Veterinarian
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Biotechnologist
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Epidemiologist
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Research Scientist
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Professor
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Dentist
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Food and Drug Researcher
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Agricultural Scientist
In Their Words
My internship at Penn State University College of Medicine was an enlightening experience on what truly awaits me once I graduate. I gained hands-on participation in the field of substance abuse disorders and acquired a unique understanding of how in-depth research can open a world of opportunities.
Kyrsten Derr
’26,
biochemistry and molecular biology
LVC pushed me to think beyond the normal thought process. This not only challenged me, but also taught me to challenge my abilities in the real-world to do more and do better.
Heather Tran Smail
’14,
QC Project Specialist, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK)
It is somewhat surreal to be where I am now with two degrees and a full-time position. I always thought that this level of success was achievable, and now that I have reached this point, I look back and see just how much LVC helped me reach my goals.
Amy Evans
’16,
Forensic Scientist and DNA Technician, Dover Air Force Base
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