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Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Bachelor's degree, Sciences. University of Nevada - Reno (UNR), Reno, Nevada, United States.

Level
Bachelor's degree
Field
Sciences
School
University of Nevada - Reno (UNR)
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States
Tuition (first year)
26,892 USD
Application fee
Free
Earliest intake
Jan 2027
Living costs (school estimate)
13,700 USD a year
School type
Public

Program overview

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is a bachelor's degree program in sciences at University of Nevada - Reno (UNR), a public institution in Reno, Nevada, United States, founded in 1874.

First-year tuition is listed at 26,892 USD and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is Jan 2027.

Applications to University of Nevada - Reno (UNR) typically receive a decision in 6 days and 14 hours, based on recent applications.

Cost of the first year

Plan for about 40,592 USD for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. Costs differ sharply between public and private schools and between states. The I-20 states the school's estimate of tuition and living costs, and your funds evidence should match it. Read the school's cost page and the official student visa pages for the fees that apply.

Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.

ItemAmount (USD)
Tuition, first year26,892 USD
Living costs, first year (school estimate)13,700 USD
Application fee (one time)Free
Estimated first-year total40,592 USD

How the tuition compares in the United States

Our directory lists 2,931 bachelor's degree programs in sciences at 223 schools in the United States. Their median first-year tuition is 29,522 USD, and the middle half cost between 21,166 USD and 37,870 USD.

At 26,892 USD, Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is 9% below the median, in the middle of the range. The full range runs from 8,838 USD to 66,720 USD.

Lower-cost bachelor's degree options in sciences

If budget matters, these bachelor's degree programs in sciences have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in the United States.

ProgramSchoolTuition (1st year)
Bachelor of Arts - BiologyMinnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM), Moorhead8,838 USD
Bachelor of Arts - Earth ScienceSt. Cloud State University, St. Cloud9,858 USD
Bachelor of Science - BiologyUniversity of Central Arkansas, Conway10,040 USD
Bachelor of Arts - BiologySouthwest Minnesota State University, Marshall10,122 USD
Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral SciencesCalifornia State University, Dominguez Hills, Carson10,656 USD
Bachelor of Arts - PsychologySouth Dakota State University - Brookings, Brookings11,283 USD

Plan for the Jan 2027 intake

Working back from a Jan 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. Fall (August or September) is the main intake and Spring (January) is the second. Graduate deadlines are often several months earlier than the start date.

ByStep
March 2026Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test.
May 2026Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply.
July 2026Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one.
September 2026Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa.
December 2026Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved.

Entry requirements and documents

University of Nevada - Reno (UNR) sets the exact entry requirements for Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. For a bachelor's degree, applicants usually need the following.

Most schools accept TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo and set their own minimums. Graduate programmes may also ask for GRE or GMAT scores, though many programmes have made these optional.

  • Class 12 marksheets and certificate (or the school's accepted equivalent).
  • A personal statement or statement of purpose.
  • A reference from a teacher or school.
  • A valid passport.
  • English test results, unless the school waives them.

Student visa: F-1 student visa

Students from India need a F-1 student visa to study in the United States. U.S. Department of State (visa) and Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) decides the application.

An F-1 visa is for full-time academic study at a school certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program. The school issues a Form I-20 and the visa itself is decided at a consular interview, so a consistent study plan and clear finances matter more than the paperwork volume.

  • Shortlist SEVP-certified schools and complete applications. Check test requirements such as GRE, GMAT or English tests programme by programme.
  • After admission and proof of funds, the school issues the Form I-20.
  • Pay the SEVIS fee, complete the DS-160 online visa application and pay the visa application fee.
  • Book and attend the visa interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Bring the I-20, passport, financial documents and admission papers.

After you graduate

Students may be eligible for optional practical training in their field of study, with an extension for certain STEM degrees. Conditions apply, so read the official rules and speak to your school's designated school official.

How to apply with Study Spectra

  • Send us your marksheets, English test result (or test plan) and budget.
  • We check your profile against Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and suggest alternatives if it is a stretch.
  • We prepare your statement of purpose and documents, and submit the application.
  • When the offer arrives, we help with the deposit, funds evidence and the student visa file.

Questions students ask

How much is the tuition for Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology?

First-year tuition is listed at 26,892 USD. Living costs are extra; University of Nevada - Reno (UNR) estimates 13,700 USD a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.

What is the application fee?

This program lists no application fee.

When is the next intake?

The earliest intake currently open is Jan 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.

Is Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology a degree?

It is listed as a bachelor's degree. The school awards the degree on completion.

Which visa do I need to study in the United States?

You need a F-1 student visa, decided by U.S. Department of State (visa) and Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.

Can Study Spectra help me apply?

Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to University of Nevada - Reno (UNR), then help with the visa. The first call is free.

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