Bioinformatics (Minor)

Trinity Washington University’s Bioinformatics minor degree program in Washington DC prepares students to excel in one of today’s fastest-growing scientific fields. Become proficient in the development, storing, and analyzing of complex biological data, particularly with DNA, RNA, and protein sequences.

Offered through the College of Arts and Science’s Biology Department, the Bioinformatics minor is open to all majors. The program may be of particular interest to students pursuing a degree in Biology, Chemistry, Health Services, Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, and Mathematics. 

Why Choose Trinity Washington University for Bioinformatics in Washington DC

Pursuing a Bioinformatics college degree in Washington DC offers unique advantages that set Trinity’s program apart from others in the region:

Strategic Location in the Bioscience Hub

Washington DC serves as an epicenter for bioinformatics research and development. Trinity’s campus location provides students direct access to the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), which maintains critical databases like GenBank and develops essential bioinformatics tools used worldwide. This proximity allows Trinity students to connect with leading researchers and attend workshops unavailable to students outside the DC area.

Government and Industry Connections

As a Trinity student earning a Bioinformatics degree in Washington DC, you’ll benefit from our connections to federal agencies like the National Institutes of Health and the FDA, where bioinformatics drives critical research initiatives. These relationships create pathways to internships, research opportunities, and future employment that leverage your bioinformatics expertise.

Interdisciplinary Approach

Trinity Washington University’s Bioinformatics minor complements multiple major programs, creating versatile degree combinations unique to our Washington DC campus. Whether paired with Biology for research applications, Criminal Justice for forensic genomics, or Health Services for personalized medicine, your Trinity bioinformatics degree prepares you for specialized career paths.

Hands-On Learning Environment

Our program emphasizes practical skills development using industry-standard bioinformatics tools and databases. Trinity provides the technical foundation needed to analyze complex biological datasets, ensuring graduates are workplace-ready.

Local to the D.M.V. for more than 125 years

Trinity has been dedicated to serving learners in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia for over 125 years. At Trinity, your campus is practically next door if you are a resident of the District, Prince George’s County, Maryland, Montgomery County, Maryland, Alexandria Virginia, Arlington County, Virginia, and Fairfax County, Virginia.

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