Bachelor in Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology (Bachelor's)

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This programme focuses on molecular and cellular processes within medical and societal contexts. Students study molecules, cells, tissues, and macromolecules such as DNA, RNA, and proteins. The curriculum includes electives in biotechnology, developmental biology, genetics, microbiology, molecular biology, and bioinformatics. The degree prepares students for careers in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and medicine.

Focus areas include biotechnology, developmental biology, genetics, microbiology, molecular biology, bioinformatics.

The programme requires a total of 120 semester hours. Students complete core biology courses, supporting science courses, and electives in specialized areas. No capstone, practicum, or thesis is required.

Graduates enter roles in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical research, and related scientific fields.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required for admission. Submit official transcripts and complete the online application.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically four years. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 89% of applicants.

Illinois State University (ISU), founded in 1857 and located in Normal, is a comprehensive public university with a long tradition of teacher education and broad academic offerings across 252 programs. Serving roughly 20,878 students, including an international cohort of about 1,000, ISU combines strong undergraduate teaching with expanded graduate and professional programs in education, business, health sciences, arts and applied disciplines.

ISU emphasizes career-ready learning, small class sizes and strong faculty mentorship. Programs integrate experiential learning through internships, community partnerships and applied research, helping students build professional portfolios and practical experience. The university’s commitment to student success is reflected in advising services, career centers and active employer engagement that support transitions into regional and national job markets.

Campus life in Normal offers a welcoming college-town atmosphere with cultural events, clubs and practical support for international students, from orientation to career counseling. ISU’s location in central Illinois combines affordable living with access to metropolitan centers for internships and networking. For international applicants seeking a supportive, student-centered campus with a balance of academic breadth and applied opportunities, Illinois State provides a stable, professionally oriented environment to develop skills and begin a global career.