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Master of Science [M.S] [Biology] From Appalachian State University

Boone, North CarolinaLocation
UniversitySchool type
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Master of Science [M.S] (Biology)

2 years
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

$16,247 /Yr


Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$16247

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Room and Board$18720
Books and supply$400

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2023$16247
2021$18271

Important Dates

EventApplication Date
Application Deadline For Summer Intake Feb 1, 2025
Application Deadline For Fall Intake Feb 1, 2025
  • Master of Science in Biology is a 2 years program offered on a full-time basis.
  • This program is designed to prepare students for competitive careers and continued training in the field of biology.
  • The program provides students with a comprehensive knowledge of broad fields and disciplines in biology while allowing specialization in an area of the student's choice.
  • The program has three concentrations:
    • Cell and Molecular Biology (207B) 
    • Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (207D) 
    • General Biology (207C) 
  • Students pursuing an MS in Biology are required to complete 33 credit hours of course work and conduct research.
  • The student must pass a comprehensive written exam in his or her area, write a thesis on research conducted under the direction of an advisor and thesis committee, present a seminar to the Department based on the thesis research, and pass an oral defense of the thesis.

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • Applicants must hold a baccalaureate or graduate degree from an accredited college or university and must have a record of strong academic performance comparable to a B or above-average grades.
  • Applicants must hold a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • In lieu of the GRE, applicants should arrange an interview (in person or virtual).
  • Students whose official language is not English are required to submit IELTSTOEFL, or PTE scores. 


Scores Required

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

3.0 / 4

Minimum gpa

GPA


Required Document List

To be considered for graduate admission, the following items must be submitted to the Graduate School:

  • Curriculum Vitae/Resume
  • Letter of intent/personal statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation 
  • Proof of licensure
  • Writing sample
  • International students who studied at a university outside of the U.S. will also need to Submit English Proficiency Exams scores such as IELTSTOEFL, or PTE, etc.

Career and Placement after Course

Job Opportunities for the students are:

  • Environmental Consultant
  • Conservation Biologist
  • Research Laboratory Manager/ Supervisor
  • Teaching Laboratory Manager/ Supervisor
  • Field Ecologist
  • University Instructor, etc.


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