Learn Side-by-Side with Outstanding Faculty  

In small classes, you’ll increase your scientific understanding and work hands-on to develop your research skills. You’ll find a home in Parmer Hall, with 16 labs and state-of-the-art scientific equipment. Here, you can begin to master lab techniques on day one, pursuing your own scientific research beginning freshman year—and with full faculty mentoring and support. You may even qualify for grant funding. In a curriculum deeply rooted in the liberal arts, you’ll expand your capacity for critical thinking, problem solving and effective communication. This interdisciplinary program is serious preparation for graduate study and professional success.  

My experience at Dominican has shaped my life and education in many ways. These experiences will be so important to me when I begin working in medicine. Dominican encourages students to seek out and pursue whatever passions we have.” 

Lucas Eggers
Dominican University Graduate

Prepare for a Life of Service and Achievement  

Professionals with rigorous training in the sciences are in more demand than ever before. Whether you plan a career in medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, education, biomedical or pharmaceutical research, or another rewarding field, this major will give you the knowledge and skills you’ll need to achieve your most ambitious career goals. Our graduates are thoughtful, deeply knowledgeable, open to new ideas, skilled in the laboratory, proficient with the latest technologies, and able to adapt and thrive through long and meaningful careers. They have earned their way into leadership positions in the professions of their choice.  

From the Lab to Your Future

Learn through collaboration and hands-on study

Career Opportunities

Explore career options for biology-chemistry majors:

  • Biomedical Researcher  
  • Chemist  
  • Chiropractor  
  • Dentist  
  • Pharmacist  
  • Pharmaceutical Researcher  
  • Physician  
  • Physician Assistant  
  • Teacher  
  • University Professor and Researcher  
  • Veterinarian  

Ready for Research

Here, serious research doesn’t have to wait until graduate school

The solid foundation in science that I have today first started during my experience at Dominican when I was a student in the school’s robust science program. Like many who attend Dominican, I learned to appreciate that the faculty were so willing to help us. Their doors were always open.” 

Dr. Patrick Hughes
Dominican University Graduate

For more information,
please contact:

J. Brent Friesen
Professor and Department Chair
Physical Sciences
jbfriesen@dom.edu(link sends email)
Christopher Anderson
Professor and Department Chair
Biological Sciences
canderson@dom.edu(link sends email)

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