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Bachelor of Science – Biomedical Sciences

Department of Biological Sciences

College of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

Bachelor of Science – Biomedical Sciences

Department of Biological Sciences

College of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

On-Campus

Program

120 Credit Hours

to Graduate

Full-Time, In-State Tutition

$5,010 Per Semester

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Work on the Cutting-Edge of Human Health

Begin a rewarding career and prepare for graduate and professional school

Eastern Kentucky University’s Biomedical Sciences degree program prepares students for careers in biomedical research and a wide variety of biomedical professional programs. This degree can be tailored to prepare you for graduate or professional schools including medical, dental, physician associates, optometry, and veterinary medicine. Our rigorous curriculum helps you develop the strong creative and critical thinking skills you need to succeed in any biomedical science profession. When you choose to study at EKU, you open the doors to pursue a broad range of careers including biotechnology, industrial microbiology, or pharmaceutical sales.

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Career Outlook

A biomedical sciences degree provides a versatile skill set that prepares students for a variety of healthcare professions and serves as a foundational first step toward graduate and professional school programs, including pre-dental, pre-medical, pre-optometry, pre-physician assistant, pre-veterinary.

Employment of medical scientists is projected to grow 10 percent from 2022 to 2032.

During the same period, demand for other professions in biomedical sciences is also expected to increase, veterinarians by 20 percent, optometrists by 9 percent, and dentists by 4 percent.

– U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

A degree in biomedical sciences can open the door to a wide variety of career options across the industry spectrum.

Job Titles Include:

  • Biomedical scientist
  • Researcher
  • Laboratory technician
  • Bioengineers and biomedical engineers
  • Biochemists
  • Medical scientists

EKU biomedical sciences graduates work in a variety of fields and positions.

Recent EKU biomedical sciences graduates are pursuing graduate and professional degrees at:

  • University of Kentucky
  • University of Louisville
  • Uniform Services
  • University of Alabama
  • Auburn University School of Veterinary Medicine
  • Indiana University
  • Southern University
  • Marshall University

The Office of Academic and Career Services is a one-stop shop for all your career and professional development needs.

Services Include:

  • Creating/updating your resume and cover letter
  • Interviewing tips and coaching
  • Career documents review
  • Job search

Why EKU?

  • Free textbooks through EKU BookSmart
  • No application fee
  • Reduced tuition for active-duty military members and their spouses
  • Fast-track opportunities for students with 80 or more credit hours
  • Generous credit transfer policy
  • Gain valuable hands-on experience in laboratories
  • Carry out cutting-edge research with faculty mentors
  • Shadow active professionals in biomedical fields
  • Take advantage of personal advising to tailor your academic preparation to your career goals
  • Be guided in preparation of graduate/professional school applications

Program Options

Choose between six specialty concentrations that offer the opportunity to tailor the degree to specific academic and professional goals and give you a competitive edge as you progress. Required internships provide hands-on experience and mentoring from experts in their fields. Students can prepare to apply for medical school or veterinary school. Concentration options include:

Biomedical research students can identify an area for specialized study including such examples as clinical pharmacology, medical pathology, and toxicology.

Pre-dental students begin studies in general dentistry and explore possible specialty areas including dental anesthesiology, dental public health, endodontics, oral and maxillofacial radiology and surgery, oral pathology, pediatric dentistry, and periodontics.

Pre-medical students identify their interests in a wide range of fields including anesthesiology, cardiology, dermatology, emergency medicine, family medicine, internal medicine, neurology, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, pathology, psychiatry, radiology, and many types of surgery.

Pre-optometry students begin studies of general optometry and explore other specialties such as low vision or treatment of a particular population such as infants and children.

Pre-physician associate students’ study to work within a variety of specialties including primary care and family medicine, emergency medicine, psychiatry, and many others.

Pre-veterinary students study the treatment of companion animals, food animals, wild animals, or animals kept in captivity. They may also focus on the care and inspections of animals related to food safety.

Curriculum & Enrollment

Learn essential skills for today’s biomedical sciences careers. Our programs are made up of high-quality courses and taught by experienced professors. EKU’s curriculum blends academic and professional preparation through course topics such as biology and microbiology, ecology and evolution, genetics, zoology, physiology, chemistry and biochemistry, biomedical ethics, physics, mathematics and statistics, anatomy, immunology, virology, histology, embryology, psychology, cultural anthropology, sociology, and career preparation.

A minimum of 120 credits are required to graduate with a bachelor’s degree. A portion of the credit requirements vary depending on the concentration.

View the degree requirements:

EKU Academic Catalog

Please review the admissions requirements before applying for this or any program. If you have questions about the program or are planning to register for classes, please speak to the program advisor.

Students may transfer up to 90 hours of credit from accredited institutions. Please note that a minimum of 30 credit hours in this degree program must be completed at Eastern Kentucky University.

Previously earned credits must be reviewed upon admission to EKU for appropriate articulation.

TermApplication
Deadline		Classes
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FallAugust 1August
SpringOctober 1January
SummerMay 1May

All applicants must provide an application and evidence of appropriate scholastic achievement through prior educational experience.

Please note that certain degree programs have special admission requirements. Admission to the University does not mean automatic admission to all degree programs.

The completed application and all required supporting documentation must be received by the University no later than:

• August 1 for fall enrollment
• December 1 for spring enrollment
• May 1 for summer enrollment

To apply for undergraduate admission to Eastern Kentucky University (EKU), submit an application at apply.eku.edu and submit your materials noted below electronically or by mail to:

Office of Admissions
Eastern Kentucky University
Whitlock Bldg. 112, CPO 54
521 Lancaster Avenue
Richmond, KY 40475-3154.

Enrolling & Advising Information

EKU’s College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics is committed to delivering high-quality enrollment and academic advising for our students. We strive to create an atmosphere of mutual trust and meaningful engagement to help students reach their academic goals and have a rewarding educational experience.

Interested in enrolling? Reach out to our college enrollment counselor today.

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Aida Bermudez

College Enrollment Counselor

859-622-2902
aida.bermudez@eku.edu

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Richmond, KY 40475

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