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Overview for Molecular Genetics

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the molecular mechanisms regulating gene expression, information transfer, replication, and stability in DNA and RNA. Includes instruction in prokaryotic genetics and gene expression; development and evolution of gene sequences and anatomical forms; biochemistry of gene replication and recombination; transcription and processing; genomics; chromatin architecture; and DNA/RNA structure.

Careers for Molecular Genetics Majors

A major in Molecular Genetics is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in Molecular Genetics

Top 4 U.S. Colleges with the highest percentage of Molecular Genetics among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
New Brunswick, NJ
 31
(0.6%)
Moderately Selective$21,488 
Texas A & M University
College Station, TX
 31
(0.4%)
Less Selective$22,184 
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
 14
(0.2%)
Less Selective$25,672 
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Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
 3
(0.1%)
Open Admissions$17,088 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.