CIP Code 26.0204 - Molecular Biology

CIP 2020 · 6-digit program · National Center for Education Statistics

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CIP 2020 6-digit program. Official National Center for Education Statistics classification.

Key facts for CIP 26.0204

Code
26.0204
Level
6-digit program, CIP 2020
Official title
Molecular Biology
STEM
Yes, on the DHS STEM list used here
IPEDS
Valid for completions reporting

Definition

National Center for Education Statistics, CIP 2020.

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the structure and function of biological macromolecules and the role of molecular constituents and mechanisms in supramolecular assemblies and cells. Includes instruction in such topics as molecular signaling and transduction, regulation of cell growth, enzyme substrates and mechanisms of enzyme action, DNA-protein interaction, and applications to fields such as biotechnology, genetics, cell biology, and physiology.

Where CIP 26.0204 sits in the hierarchy

2-digit series 26 Biological and Biomedical Sciences 4-digit series Direct parent 26.02 Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology
6-digit program Current 26.0204 Molecular Biology

Related programs in 26.02

9 official

Other 6-digit programs in this 4-digit series.

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Using CIP 26.0204

What is CIP Code 26.0204?

CIP Code 26.0204 is the CIP 2020 6-digit program Molecular Biology.

Is CIP Code 26.0204 a STEM-designated program?

Yes. CIP Code 26.0204 is on the DHS STEM designated degree program list used on this site.

Sources for CIP 26.0204

  • Official classification source National Center for Education Statistics. Classification of Instructional Programs, CIP 2020. NCES CIP 2020
  • Occupation crosswalk NCES and BLS CIP 2020 to SOC 2018 crosswalk.

Published by SICCODE.com. The title, definition, examples, and cross-references are the NCES CIP 2020 text. STEM marks use the DHS STEM designated degree program list, archived July 12, 2023.