California State University - East Bay - [Csueastbay], California, Hayward - Courses & Fees

Hayward, California

University Public College

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The Bachelor of Science degree, major in Biochemistry, is designed to prepare students for entrance into graduate programs of biochemistry and medical schools.
In addition, students completing this program are prepared to secure employment in the areas of biochemistry, biotechnology, and related fields.
This program is intended for students desiring the highest degree of technical proficiency in this specialized area at the undergraduate level.
The Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry prepares students for graduate school in biochemistry and for medical schools, or for employment in the biotechnology industry.
This program is intended for students seeking the highest level of technical proficiency in biochemistry.
Students gain knowledge in the various areas of chemistry, including inorganic chemistry, analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, and biochemistry.

Important Dates

Event	Start Date	End Date
Application Deadline For Fall Intake	-	May 1, 2023
Application Deadline For Spring Intake	Aug 1, 2023	Oct 1, 2023

Fees & Funding

Tution & Application Fees

Year	Year 1	Year 2	Year 3	Year 4
Tuition Fees	$13990	$13990	$13990	$13990
Books and supply	$2304	$2304	$2304	$2304
Miscellaneous expenses	$5400	$5400	$5400	$5400
Total Fees	$21694	$21694	$21694	$21694

Living Costs

Head	Avg Cost Per Year
Living Expenses	$11983

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

Students must have passed high school with good grades
Students must have passed high school with a minimum 15-unit pattern of college preparatory courses. (Each unit is equal to a year of study in a subject area).
Students who received their preparatory education outside the U.S. must have completed the equivalent of 12 years of elementary and secondary schooling with the equivalent of a “B” average or higher.
A grade of C or higher is required for each course
- English
- Mathematics: algebra, geometry, and intermediate algebra
- History/Social Science
- Laboratory Science
- Language other than English: the same language (possible waiver)
- Visual/Performing Arts: art, dance, drama/theater, or music; must be in the same discipline
- Elective Courses: additional classes selected from the above subjects

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.

Scores Required

61 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

46 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

Required Document List

Copies of transcripts
Personal statement
Essay

VISA & Work Study

VISA

The students who wish to study in the USA at the University of California Berkeley require F and J visa. There are a variety of visa classifications other than F or J that allow school attendance in the USA. Students have two statuses: Dependent Status and Independent Status.

Dependent Status: Students who hold a dependent status are in the U.S. with parents or their spouse and their immigration status depends on this relationship and it is valid until the age of 21. If students hold a dependent-child status and will turn 21 within the next six months to a year, they may need to change their status.

A-2 Diplomat
E-2 Treaty Trader or Investor
J-2 Student or Scholar
L-2 Intra-Company Transferee
H-4 Temporary Worker

Independent Status: Some students may hold their own independent nonimmigrant status, such as:

A-1 Diplomat
H-1B Temporary Worker
I-1 Journalist
L-1 Intra-company Transferee

If Students are planning to cease the activity of that status (employment or other obligations), they must change the status to an F-1 or J-1 student to remain legally in the U.S. and attend the University. The process to get an F-1 or J-1 entry visa are: