Biology MS Program By American University, College of Arts and Sciences |Top Universities
Application Deadline

01 Mar, 2024Application Deadline

Main Subject Area

Biological SciencesMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The MS in Biology is a research-intensive program preparing you for a variety of careers in the life sciences or further graduate study. The program offers:
  • Concentrations in Cell and Molecular Biology or Ecology and Evolutionary Biology with thesis and non-thesis options, 30 credit hours to completion, and rolling admissions; see admissions and course essentials
  • Immersive learning in research practices, including testable hypotheses, experiment design, data collection and analysis, written articles and oral presentations, along with teaching experience with undergraduate labs
  • Assistantships, stipends, or other financial aid for 95% of biology graduate students
  • Internships, networking, and career opportunities with DC-area institutions and firms, nationally among the highest paying and actively recruiting

Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The MS in Biology is a research-intensive program preparing you for a variety of careers in the life sciences or further graduate study. The program offers:
  • Concentrations in Cell and Molecular Biology or Ecology and Evolutionary Biology with thesis and non-thesis options, 30 credit hours to completion, and rolling admissions; see admissions and course essentials
  • Immersive learning in research practices, including testable hypotheses, experiment design, data collection and analysis, written articles and oral presentations, along with teaching experience with undergraduate labs
  • Assistantships, stipends, or other financial aid for 95% of biology graduate students
  • Internships, networking, and career opportunities with DC-area institutions and firms, nationally among the highest paying and actively recruiting

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

7+
100+
68+
01 Mar 2024
Aug

Tuition fee and scholarships

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