Overview

Key facts

The M.S. in Biology (with thesis) at Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is intended for students wishing to obtain a strong background in modern biology and independent research experience in preparation for a wide range of career options, or further training leading to the PhD in biology.

Students admitted to the Masters degree program in the School of Biological Sciences are enrolled in a non-thesis program of study. If a student wishes to obtain a Masters degree with Thesis, he or she may petition the Graduate Committee for approval along with support from their thesis advisor.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Genomics and Applied Bioinformatics

Biological Oceanography

Microbial Ecology

Marine Ecology
Bioinformatics
Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior
Molecular/Cellular Biology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Atlanta, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Official GRE Scores

Transcript (unofficial or official) for eligible degrees (only Physics, Computer Science, and all Engineering fields)

Official transcripts are welcomed but are only submitted if an acceptance has been offered.

Three (3) Letters of Recommendation

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

32116 USD / year

≈ 32116 USD / year
Out-of-State

31210 USD / year

≈ 31210 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

14416 USD / year

≈ 14416 USD / year

Living costs

Atlanta

United States

1213 - 2208 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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