Keiser University

Biomedical Sciences

Melbourne Campus
Bachelor Degree
Biomedical Sciences
Keiser University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Keiser University offers this program on campus.
$12,908 per semester. This program spans 8 semesters at full-time enrollment.
To receive a Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Sciences, students must complete 121 credit hours as described below. The length of this program is approximately 35 months (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).
A one-time $55 application fee applies on enrollment (subject to annual review).
Keiser University participates in federal Title IV financial aid, including grants and federal student loans.

Biomedical Sciences is a Bachelor Degree program offered by Keiser University in Melbourne, FL. The program takes 35 Months to complete, with tuition of $12,908 per semester.

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences at Keiser University gives students a deep understanding of the scientific principles that underpin human health and disease. The curriculum combines rigorous coursework in cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, and pathology with practical laboratory experience. Students develop critical thinking skills, analytical abilities, and scientific knowledge needed to excel in the biomedical field.
 
The program serves multiple career paths. Some biomedical science graduates enter the healthcare industry immediately as laboratory technicians or research assistants. Others use the program as preparation for graduate school or professional health programs. All students gain practical experience through laboratory work, learning techniques routinely applied by biomedical scientists in research and clinical settings.

Program Mission

The mission of the Keiser University Biomedical Sciences Program is to provide world class, student-centered education by preparing future generations of scientists and health professionals in a dynamic environment that fosters creativity, discovery and integrity.

Program Goals

  1. Students will become critical thinkers capable of evaluating content relating to the biomedical sciences field and synthesize their own conclusions.
  2. Students will be capable of conducting scientific investigations and appropriately report their findings.
  3. Students will master core biomedical sciences concepts and will be capable of examining specific mechanisms and processes within biomedical sciences.

Program Highlights

The Biomedical Sciences program offers several distinctive features:

  • Laboratory Experience: Extensive hands-on laboratory work in molecular biology, cell biology, microbiology, and biochemistry prepares students for careers in research and clinical laboratories.
  • Professional Program Preparation: The curriculum fulfills prerequisites for advanced graduate education in the medical field and other professional health programs.
  • Graduate School Foundation: Strong scientific knowledge and research experience prepare students for success in graduate programs including PhD programs in biomedical sciences.
  • EquineConcentrations Available: Equine Studies concentration (for students interested in veterinary medicine)
  • Small Class Sizes: Personalized attention from faculty with expertise in biomedical research and health care.

Career-Oriented Focus: Practical experience and scientific training prepare graduates for immediate employment in laboratory settings or further education.

What sets this Program apart

Gain Job-Ready Skills for a Biomedical Science Career

  • Scientific Knowledge and Research Skills
  • Laboratory techniques for molecular and cell biology
  • Research methodologies and experimental design
  • Data analysis and statistical methods
  • Scientific writing and documentation
  • Ethical decision-making in research
  • Modern laboratory equipment operation
  • Molecular biology techniques
  • Biochemical analysis methods
  • Cell culture and tissue handling
  • Disease processes and pathology
  • Medical terminology and healthcare industry standards

Keiser University offers career-oriented education designed to support students seeking health care careers, research positions, and further education in the sciences. With small class sizes, experienced faculty, and comprehensive student support, Keiser helps learners achieve their professional goals in biomedical science and related fields.

Admission Requirements and Process

Applicants desiring to enter Keiser University must submit an application to the Admissions Office well in advance of the start date. This permits proper scheduling and assures availability of classroom space. Applications for winter, spring or fall semesters should be made as early as possible, as these entry dates are normally the time of greatest enrollment.

For students enrolling at Keiser University, credit for courses or degrees completed at another institution is subject to approval by the Dean of Academic Affairs. These courses or degrees must be similar in content and duration to those offered in the program for which an applicant has applied. The Dean of Academic Affairs makes the final decision of accepted transfer credits from the received transcript. However, only courses listed on official transcripts receive permanent official transfer credit. (To grant such credit, Keiser University must receive official transcripts--- those mailed directly to Keiser University by the previous institution---by the end of a student’s first semester.)

Keiser University requires that, at a minimum, a student complete the final 25% of a program through the University. Active duty, reservists, and National Guard service members who are students can complete at a minimum 25% of a program at any time through the University and graduate. Transfer students are informed in writing of any credits accepted as transferable. Preliminary notification is presented, in most cases, prior to enrollment but in no case later than the end of a transfer student's first semester. Students are responsible for having official transcripts sent to Keiser University from their former institution(s). It may be necessary for students to forfeit some previously earned credit in the transfer process since college philosophies, objectives and programs may vary and change from year to year. Therefore, Keiser University makes no blanket statement or promise of acceptance of credits from any other institution.

Transfer credits are granted only for courses in which a grade of "C" or higher was earned (2.0 on a 4.0 scale).

General Requirements

  • High School Graduation or Equivalent
    Verification of high school graduation with a standard diploma (transcript, diploma, etc.) or • Verification of GED completion (GED scores or GED diploma) or • Proof of graduation…
  • Earned Degree in Lieu of Diploma
    Applicants will not be required to provide proof of high school graduation when they provide the following: Verification of an earned degree from an institution recognized by the…
  • Entrance Examination
    An applicant must make arrangements to take Keiser University’s entrance examination (administered at the University) or provide results of his/her Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT),…
  • Entrance Test Exemption
    Candidates seeking general admission to the University are not required to take the general admission test upon providing written proof of an associate or higher degree earned…
  • Minimum “C” in General Education
    Minimum grade of “C” for general education courses
  • Lower Division Math and Science
    Successful completion of all lower division math and science requirements

Application Process

  1. 1
    Contact an Admissions Counselor
    Contact one of Keiser University’s admissions counselors to talk through the program and your options.
  2. 2
    Attend an Open House or Campus Visit
    Attend an open house or plan a campus visit. Applicants are encouraged to visit the University in person.
  3. 3
    Meet With Your Admissions Counselor
    Schedule a convenient time to meet with your admissions counselor to determine if Keiser University is right for you.
  4. 4
    Submit an Application
    Submit an application to the Admissions Office well in advance of the start date. Applications for winter, spring or fall semesters should be made as early as possible, as these entry dates are normally the time of greatest enrollment.
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Program Schedule

Keiser University students take one class at a time. Keiser University term lengths are 4-week, 8-week and 16-week.

Keiser University publishes this program as approximately 35 months and 121 credit hours.

Keiser University lists this program as available on campus.

Tuition is charged per 16-week semester according to the credit hours scheduled.

New cohorts start regularly throughout the year. Our start dates are as follows:
  • October 26th, 2026
  • November 23rd, 2026
  • January 11th, 2027
  • February 08th, 2027
  • March 08th, 2027
  • April 05th, 2027
  • May 10th, 2027
  • June 07th, 2027
  • July 05th, 2027
  • August 02nd, 2027

Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information

Per Semester Tuition
≈ $12,908
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Keiser University charges tuition per 16-week semester according to the number of credit hours scheduled, not per program. The rates below are the university’s published Tuition and Fee Disclosure, effective Fall Semester 2026, and are subject to annual review.

Semester credit loadTuition per semester
Full time (12 to 17.99 credits)$12,908.00
Three-quarter time (9 to 11.99 credits)$9,681.00
Half time (6 to 8.99 credits)$6,454.00
Less than half time (0 to 5.99 credits)$3,227.00
Full time + (18 to 24 credits, approval required)$16,135.00

Required fees

  • Application fee — $55.00, one time on enrollment
  • Registration fee — $145.00, one time on enrollment
  • Education fee — $980.00 per semester, for programmatic participation and facilities resources
  • Annual health insurance plan — $2,169.00 where applicable to allied health programs, waived with proof of coverage by a qualified plan

Other fees are charged per occurrence: withdrawal $100.00, re-entry $150.00, transcript $5.00, student ID replacement $15.00, returned check $35.00, late payment $10.00 and library late fee $10.00. Clinical, licensure, professional skill development and technical fees vary by program.

Financial aid

Keiser University participates in federal Title IV financial aid. Students seeking aid complete the FAFSA using the university’s federal school code, 015159.

Estimated Student Costs

Required and Optional Fees for Programs: Fees are costs set by the university in addition to tuition (and room and board, if applicable). These fees may be required for your program or optional depending on the courses you take, and they support the costs associated with completing an approved program of study. Fees are defined in the school’s catalog or supplement and listed on the school’s billing statement or invoice. Fees that are optional will not be paid using GI Bill® benefits and will be the responsibility of the student choosing these additional options. For additional guidance, please see your Program Director or Admissions Counselor.

Curriculum

To receive a Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Sciences, students must complete 121 credit hours as described below. The length of this program is approximately 35 months (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).

Required Courses

Subject #NameCredits
CHM2045*General Chemistry3
CHM2045L*General Chemistry Laboratory1
CHM2046*Advanced Chemistry3
CHM2046L*Advanced Chemistry Laboratory1
CHM2210*Organic Chemistry3
CHM2210L*Organic Chemistry Laboratory1
CHM2211*Organic Chemistry II3
CHM2211L*Organic Chemistry II Laboratory1
PHY2053*Physics I3
PHY2053L*Physics I Laboratory1
PHY2054*Physics II3
PHY2054L*Physics II Laboratory1
BSC2085C*Anatomy and Physiology I4
BSC2086C*Anatomy and Physiology II4
PSY1012*Introduction to Psychology (required)3
DEP2004*Lifespan Development3
SYG1000Sociology3
SPC1017Speech Communications3
CGS1000CIntroduction to Computers3
ENC1101English Composition I3
ENC2102English Composition II3
AML1000*American Literature3
ENL1000*English Literature3
CWL1000*Contemporary World Literature3
PHI1010Introduction to Philosophy3
AMH1010American History Pre 18773
AMH1020American History Post 18773
STA2023*Statistics3
MAC2311*Calculus and Analytical Geometry I5
ECO1023Microeconomics3
ECO2013Macroeconomics3
BSC2010*Biology I3
BSC2010L*Biology I Laboratory1
BSC2011*Biology II3
BSC2011L*Biology II Laboratory1
BCH4053*Biochemistry I3
BCH4054*Biochemistry II3
MCB3020*Microbiology3
MCB3020L*Microbiology Laboratory1
PCB3063*Genetics3
PCB3063L*Genetics Laboratory1
PCB3522*Molecular Biology I3
PCB3522L*Molecular Cell Biology Laboratory1
PCB4524*Molecular Biology II3
PCB4524L*Molecular Biology II Laboratory1
PCB3233*Immunology3
HSC4553*Fundamentals of Pathology3
PCB3234*Biology of Cancer3
ENC4313*Research Writing3
PLA3523*Health Law and Ethics3
ENC3241*Writing for the Technical Professional3
IDS3355*Critical Thinking3
HUM3210*General Humanities3
BSC4458*Bioinformatics3
Free elective may be chosen from either upper or lower division courses.

Career Outcomes

Biomedical science graduates from Keiser University can pursue diverse career paths in research, health care, and laboratory settings. The program prepares you for entry-level positions as biomedical scientists while also completing prerequisites for professional programs and graduate school. Career possibilities span medical research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, health care providers, and academic research settings.

Career Pathways in Biomedical Science

  • Research scientist
  • Laboratory technicians
  • Clinical trials coordinator
  • Biomedical research assistant
  • Medical staff support
  • Medical sales representative
  • Medical science liaison
  • Public health professionals

What to expect as a Keiser University student

Keiser University’s Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences provides the scientific foundation and practical experience needed for careers in research, health care, and laboratory settings. Whether you plan to enter the workforce immediately or pursue graduate education, our program prepares you for success. With flexible options including standard biomedical sciences or equine studies concentration, you can tailor your education to your career goals.

Campus Address

Melbourne Campus
900 South Babcock Street
Melbourne, FL 32901

Why Accreditation Is Important

Keiser University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, educational specialist, and doctorate degrees.

  • Eligible for federal Title IV financial aid
  • Credits earned toward a respected credential

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Top Questions About Earning a Biomedical Sciences Degree

What career opportunities exist for biomedical science graduates?
Biomedical science graduates pursue diverse career paths including research scientist positions, laboratory technicians, medical sales representatives, medical science liaisons, and roles in pharmaceutical companies and medical device companies. Many graduates also continue to graduate school, medical school, pharmacy programs, or other professional health programs.
Does the biomedical sciences degree prepare me for medical school?
The Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences completes prerequisites necessary for medical school, dental school, and pharmacy programs.. Students gain strong scientific knowledge, laboratory experience, and critical thinking skills that prepare them for success in professional health programs.
Can I transfer credits from other colleges?
Yes, Keiser University accepts transfer credits for undergraduate and graduate-level programs. Our admissions team will work with you to review your transcripts and determine your transfer eligibility. Credits transfer based on several factors including accreditation and course equivalency. Learn more about credit transfer requirements and eligibility requirements.
Can I specialize in a particular area within biomedical sciences?
Keiser University offers concentrations including Equine Studies (preparing students for veterinary medicine). All students can also select from free electives and upper division courses to focus on specific areas of interest within biomedical science.
What laboratory experience will I gain in the program?
Students complete laboratory coursework in molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, microbiology, genetics, and other biomedical science disciplines. These hands-on experiences teach laboratory techniques routinely applied by biomedical scientists in research and clinical settings.
How long does the biomedical sciences program take to complete?
The Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences requires 121 credit hours completed over approximately 35 months for full-time students. This timeline varies if you transfer in credits from previous coursework.
What prerequisites do I need before starting upper division courses?
You must complete lower division science courses including math and science requirements with a minimum grade of “C” for general education courses before advancing to upper division biomedical science courses.
Will I be prepared for graduate programs in the sciences field?
Yes. The program provides strong scientific knowledge, research experience, and laboratory skills that prepare you for success in graduate programs. Many biomedical science graduates continue to graduate programs such as masters or doctoral in biomedical sciences and related fields.
What makes Keiser's biomedical sciences program unique?
Keiser offers small class sizes, personalized attention from faculty with real-world experience, hands-on laboratory training, and a concentration option. The program balances rigorous scientific education with practical experience, preparing you for immediate employment or further education.
Is financial aid available for the biomedical sciences program?
Yes. Students in this program may qualify for grants, scholarships, and tuition assistance programs. Military veterans may also qualify for education benefits. Speak with a dedicated financial aid counselor to explore all available options and create a plan that fits your situation. Learn more about Keiser University’s Financial Services.
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