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MA/MS in Genetics

West Virginia University

Morgantown, West Virginia, United States•QS 2027 #1001-1200

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MA/MS in Genetics is a master's degree in Biological Sciences programme taught at West Virginia University in Morgantown, United States. Teaching is in en.

Also offered as: Doctorate

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Biological Sciences
Language: en

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Last checked October 2026 · Source: wvu.edu ·

Program details

Overview

This master's degree is interdisciplinary, drawing on faculty and facilities from numerous departments across the university's colleges and schools, so study can be tailored to a student's interest in plants, animals or human biology. It is administered by the Davis agriculture and natural resources college. Students can specialise in areas such as molecular and human genetics, plant genetics, cytogenetics, immunogenetics, toxicology, animal breeding, oncology, embryology and population genetics. Only complete applications are considered. Each graduate program sets its own admission terms and deadlines, and applicants may apply only for the terms the program lists. Questions about timing go to the program representative, and the university's graduate admissions site describes how to apply and what international applicants must add to their file.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Documentation: three letters of recommendation, GRE and statement of purpose. Only applications with all requirements completed are considered. International applicants must also submit the materials required for international applicants.
Type Test Min / Max Status Notes
Standardized Test GRE General Test — Required —

Application Details

Application Deadline: Fall: March 31; Spring: October 31; Summer: January 15

About West Virginia University

“To faith virtue and to virtue knowledge. (2 Peter 1:5)”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1867
Students: 17,385
QS rank: #1001-1200
Programs: 224
Location: Morgantown, West Virginia, United States

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Genetics award?

West Virginia University awards a Master's Degree in the field of Biological Sciences on completion of this programme.

What language is MA/MS in Genetics taught in?

The programme is taught in en.

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