Biology, MS
The Master of Science degree in the Department of Biology is a thesis based program. Students complete 30 units of course work, which may include classroom courses in addition to mentor-supervised research units, to master the concepts and techniques in their chosen area. They also conduct original research under the direction of a member of the graduate faculty and write up their findings as a Master’s Thesis.
Graduate students in the Department of Biology are supported through a variety of sources. The Department has a limited number of paid teaching associate positions available each semester. The University offers a limited number of tuition fee waivers for qualified teaching associates. In addition, students may receive research associate positions through their faculty mentor’s research grants. Students can also obtain academic scholarships and financial aid.
Faculty in the Biology Graduate Program are actively involved in research in a wide range of disciplines, including ecology and restoration ecology, evolutionary biology, molecular and cell biology, biochemistry, physiology, microbiology, functional morphology, marine biology, and primatology.
Graduates find themselves with an enhanced understanding of biology and first-hand experience in the practice of science. Many MS students go on to doctoral programs; others pursue careers in teaching, research, environmental consulting, resource management, industry and health care professions.
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Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
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PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
TOEFL iBT Total Score = 80
TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition Total Score = 80
TOEFL Paper-Based Exam = 550
IELTS Overall Total Band Score (Academic) = 6.5
Pearson PTE = 56
Duolingo = 120
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
35732 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 200 USD