MA/MS in Biology, General

The Biological Sciences master's program offers advanced training for students who want to deepen their expertise in the field. The curriculum ranges from molecular work and ecology to genetics, physiology and biotechnology. Students are mentored by faculty and take part in research projects aimed at real-world problems. Thesis students carry out their own projects with funding from several sources and under a faculty advisor, and their results appear in journals and at scientific meetings. Many thesis students earn assistantships that waive tuition and help with living costs. The program also encourages collaboration across disciplines and provides internships, fieldwork and international research experiences. It prepares graduates for work in universities, private industry, health settings and environmental management. Research is carried out in a modern science and engineering laboratory building, and courses are offered on campus and in hybrid form.