Why study Biochemistry at Washburn?

If you want to work as a biochemist in a research laboratory or you want to pursue professional school for a medical field, the Washburn Chemistry Department will provide the academic foundation you need to be successful in advanced study. Our program also provides research experiences and internship opportunities that will set you apart from your peers at larger schools.
Career Forecast Stable OutlookAverage Salary $94,000+ as industry biochemist with PhD $200,000+ as MD on campus
Two students laugh while working in the lab

What sets Chemistry at Washburn apart?

  • You’ll learn from professors, not graduate students.
  • Chemistry Club is a great way to meet others with common interests!
  • You’ll complete original research with faculty mentors, and present your research at a conference. 
  • Scholarships are available for first-time students, transfer students, and continuing students in this program.
  • Receive free tutoring or get paid by the department to work as a tutor.

Apply now
Apply to Washburn

Visit Washburn
Schedule a visit to Washburn

Admissions scholarships

Washburn University offers generous scholarships based on your interests, career aspirations, community service and academic success.

Chemistry department scholarships

You're eligible for a variety of scholarships based on academic performance and career pursuits. Available for incoming freshmen, current and transfer students. Applications are due early in the spring semester for the following year.

Tuition and fees

Courses in this program are offered at the Traditional Undergraduate rate.

Financial aid

Washburn University offers generous undergraduate financial aid, including scholarships and grants.

Tuition waivers

If you don’t currently live in Kansas, learn about our Tuition Waiver programs that may qualify you for in-state tuition.
A student holds up a beaker while working on a lab

On campus research opportunities

Chemistry majors work with faculty mentors on at least one semester of original research. You’ll be prepared for your next step – graduate or professional school – because you’ll gain valuable experience and skills as a laboratory scientist, researcher, and scientific communicator. Grant funding opportunities mean you’ll also gain vital experience in the grant funding process. You’ll be paired with a faculty mentor to work on biochemistry research as early as your sophomore year.

It is common to declare a major in chemistry or forensics at enrollment and then determine your specific interest.

Students who have successfully completed introductory level courses can work as tutors, conduct research with your faculty mentor or apply for an internship.

Nearly half of all chemistry majors in the last five years have graduated in four years.

Half of all Washburn biochemistry majors in the last five years have continued directly to graduate school.

Other Chemistry degrees

Two chemistry students laugh while running a test with a computer

Chemistry

A professor points out something to an intently looking student

Chemistry Education

A chemistry student performs an experiment in the KBI lab.

Forensic Chemistry

Set for success

CAREER FORECAST: stable outlook

Graduate with experience

100 percent

of students conduct research or an internship prior to graduation.

Student/faculty ratio

16:1

Qualities for success

Critical-thinking

Problem-solving

Detail oriented

Communication and collaboration 

Tutors

Tutoring schedules and information
Read More

Apply now

Become an Ichabod!
Read More

Chemistry Club

Meet other majors and students interested in chemistry
Read More

GET IN TOUCH WITH Department of Chemistry

Department of Chemistry
Stoffer Science Hall, Room 312
1700 SW College Ave
Topeka, KS 66621

Phone & Email
Phone: 785.670.2270
chemistry@washburn.edu

back to top button