A chemical biology degree from 91ÉçÇø offers an interdisciplinary foundation in chemistry, biology, and biochemistry, preparing students for high-demand fields like biotechnology, genetic engineering, and pharmaceuticals. Graduates are highly competitive for careers in STEM industries, medical and PhD programs, and internships with corporate and government research institutions.
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91ÉçÇø’s chemical biology degree combines diverse subject matter to help you tackle challenges in fields such as biotechnology and genetic engineering. With hands-on learning in advanced labs, you'll work with small molecular probes to solve real-world problems in areas like genomics and microfluidics.
Gain valuable research experience by collaborating with faculty on cutting-edge projects, co-publishing, and presenting at national conferences. You’ll be prepared to achieve career goals in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and forensics, while sharpening overall scientific communication skills.
Graduates are well-equipped for postgraduate opportunities, including medical school and PhD programs. With growing demand in STEM fields, you'll also be ready for roles in research, development, and the expanding biotechnology industry.
annual salary for a BS in chemical biology graduate averages $60K nationwide and $65K in downstate New York. (Source: ZipRecruiter)
according to Regeneron and the U.S. Bureau of National Employment Statistics, there are 3,000 pharma jobs available within the proximity of the Pace Westchester Campus. (Source: Regeneron)
As a student, you learn the common language of pharmaceutical sciences through rigorous core coursework, with electives tailored to specific interests in cell and molecular biology, synthetic and macromolecular chemistry, physiology, pharmacology, and pharmaceutical sciences related research projects.
Federal and State employment opportunities for chemical biology are growing. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, there is rapid job growth in STEM majors especially for Chemical Biology in pharmaceutical, healthcare, cosmetics, forensics, teaching, research and development, and manufacturing.
Graduates from Chemical Biology are competitive in entering medical, dental, physical therapy, and chiropractic schools, as well as PhD programs.
As a Pace student, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with our robust career services team to develop a career plan that best fits your goals.
Professor Nabirahni’s research interest include the development of bio-sensors and bio-actuators for the assay of and ultimate integration with human body for the analysis of key trace substances in complex matrices such as bodily fluids, environmental, forensics and industrial processes.
Professor Gazaryan's research interests are in the field of neuroprotection, and in particular, in the development of activators of antioxidant and antihypoxic genetic programs.
Professor Gunduz’s research interests include synthesis, cation bonding and fluorescence properties of crown ethers, schiff base, BODIPY, and PAHs.
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Understanding the value of a degree is essential, especially in terms of return on investment (ROI). According to The Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce, 91ÉçÇø is in the top 6% of U.S. colleges that provide the best return on tuition investment.
For the 2024–2025 academic year, full-time undergraduate tuition is $51,382. However, many students pay significantly less due to our generous merit scholarships, which offer up to $33,000 annually, as well as need-based scholarships, grants, on-campus employment opportunities, and loans. Pace is more affordable than you think. Financial assistance can come from many places, including scholarships, grants, on-campus employment, and loans.
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New York City: (212) 346-1323
Westchester: (914) 773-3746
Email: undergradadmission@pace.edu
David N. Rahni, PhD
Email: dnabirahni@pace.edu