Overview

The Biology Graduate Program at the University of Kentucky will lead you into a rigorous set of research and teaching experiences that will prepare you for an array of successful academic, public and private-sector careers in the life sciences.

Careers

Students in the Biology Graduate Program are trained to become practicing professionals in a wide array of possible career paths, including academic positions, industry, government, or are prepared to take on additional schooling. The program achieves this through a combination of formal course work, research experience, and activities that foster the communication of scientific ideas.

Programme Structure

M.S. Plan B (non-thesis), all of which involve a blend of coursework, individual research projects, and multiple forums for interacting with other scientists.

They also have an incrediably diverse student body, with current students hailing from a half dozen other countries and US students from over a dozen different states!

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-26 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-13 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lexington-Fayette, United States

Disciplines

Biology View 867 other Masters in Biology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

GMAT

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

a personal statement.

letters of reference

an unofficial copy of your transcripts

Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

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Non-residents

37326 USD / year

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Out-of-State

37326 USD / year

≈ 37326 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

15084 USD / year

≈ 15084 USD / year

Living costs

Lexington-Fayette

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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Overview

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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Financing

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