Master of Science in Biology

American University

Washington D.C., Virginia, USA
Master of Science in Biology
Duration2 Years
LevelMasters Program
  • 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 the thesis and non-thesis options, 30 credit hours to completion, and rolling admissions
    • 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
  • Cell and Molecular Biology Track
    • The interdisciplinary program uses a variety of models to study the molecular, cellular, physiological, genetic, and biochemical mechanisms that drive fundamental cellular processes and underlie disease. Faculty participate in collaborative research and have diverse research interests in cellular signaling, growth and differentiation, gene regulation, developmental biology, endocrinology, neurophysiology, microbiology, and genomics. Graduate students will develop specialized knowledge in cutting-edge technologies while gaining research, critical thinking, and communication skills necessary to pursue a wide variety of career options
  •  Ecology and Evolutionary Biology track
    • The strength of this concentration derives from the diversity of the research interests of the faculty and students and their model organisms. Research programs have relevance for global change, biodiversity, current extinction crisis, and genetic mechanisms underlying the morphological and functional adaptations of organisms. Close working relations between students and faculty foster an atmosphere conducive to rapid learning and professional growth
Fees componentsAmount
Tuition & fees1932437 INR
Insurance138424 INR
Transportation102536 INR
Books and Supplies 80564 INR
Graduate Activity fees4394 INR
Technology Fees17578 INR
Sports Center fee 9521 INR
Personal Expenses106198 INR
Enrollment Fees36620 INR
Metro U-Pass Fee19921 INR
Total515756 INR

Entry Criteria

Class 12thNo specific cutoff mentioned
Bachelors3.0 GPA
  • All applications require transcripts from degree-seeking college institutions. A bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) earned at an accredited college or university is required. AU standards ask for a minimum 3.0 GPA for undergraduate work
  • International transcripts will need to be evaluated and show equivalency of the US 4-year degree
  • Preference is given to applicants with a clear interest in working in the research laboratory of one of the full-time faculty members in the department
ExamsTOEFL: 100

IELTS: 7

PTE: 68

GRE: Accepted

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