MA/MS in Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences

This biology master's degree, concentrating on cell and molecular biology, is housed in the Department of Biology, whose website describes research and funding opportunities. Applicants need an undergraduate degree from an accredited school and coursework equal to a major in the field. The department requests transcripts for all undergraduate study, a statement of purpose and at least two recommendation letters, preferably written by science faculty members. Faculty in the relevant program area read each file, weighing the grade point average in the undergraduate major, the statement and the letters. Admission can be denied if no faculty member is able to take on additional students in the applicant's area of interest. Applications are filed through the graduate admissions system of the university, and each is assessed separately by the department. Students should contact the department and read the bulletin to learn the latest on advising, final-project rules and English writing expectations.