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Master of Science in Biology (STEM) Northeastern Illinois University Northeastern Illinois University, USA

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USD 18217

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 30

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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79

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Master of Science in Biology program serves those interested in advanced training in applied or basic biological research and teaching. The program also provides a basis for further graduate or professional studies. The M.S. in Biology is broadly based, allowing students to tailor their courses to suit their interests. Laboratory skills are integral to many Biology careers, thus students are encouraged to include lab courses in their program of study. Faculty in the M.S. in Biology program have expertise in a range of sub-disciplines including ecology, organismal, cell, and molecular biology. All newly admitted students matriculate in the Fall semester.

Program Goals

Upon completion of the M.S. in Biology program students will have:

  •     A strong understanding of disciplines across the breadth of Biology and a deep understanding of select Biology sub-disciplines.
  •     Developed the knowledge base necessary to critically evaluate research methods, data, and results, either produced by them or published in the primary literature.
  •     Developed strong written and oral presentation skills.
  •     Developed the analytical skills necessary to synthesize information in an area of research based on existing and new data.
  •     Developed strong research design and laboratory/field research skills.

Graduates completing the Non-Thesis or Library Thesis options for the M.S. in Biology will meet goals 1-4. Graduates completing the Research Thesis option will meet all 5 goals.

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 14 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

May 2025, Aug 2025

Closed

Jan 2024, Jan 2025, May 2024, Aug 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    79 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    58 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    120 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    18217

    Tuition Fee
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    USD 30

    Application Fee
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    15000 Per year

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    Scholarships

    • Undergraduate: Merit scholarships need GPA of 3.5 or better and an ACT or SAT exam score
    • Masters: Merit scholarships and Graduate Assistantships need GPA of 3.75 or better

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