
Overview
Key Features
The Biology degree at University of South Dakota is intended for students choosing to gain experience in scientific research with professional goals in biology, such as graduate education; working for a federal or state agency or non-governmental organization; securing employment in industry; or teaching in secondary and higher education.
Students can choose to specialize in conservation and biodiversity. Research areas include aquatic and terrestrial ecology, conservation biology, sustainability, ecotoxicology, plant and animal physiology, molecular biology, neuroscience, cell biology, developmental biology, genetics and evolution.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Graduate Seminar in Biology
- Topics in Biology
- Thesis Research in Biology
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
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Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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General requirements
- Application Fee: $35.00 U.S.D. The application fee cannot be waived and is nonrefundable.
- Official Transcripts: If transcripts are not originally provided by the institution in the English language, the indigenous language transcript should be submitted along with an English translation. The full English translation must include a certification from the translator verifying that the translation is complete and accurate and that they are qualified to translate the language to English.
- Official Admission Test Scores: If test scores are required by a graduate program, students may upload a copy of their score report to their GradCAS application. Full admission will require that an official score report is sent to USD directly from the testing body.
- Letters of Recommendation: Letters must be submitted directly by the recommenders through GradCAS.
- Statement of Purpose: Refer to program admission requirements for details.
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International
19620 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 654 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
19620 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 654 USD per credit during 12 months. -
In-State
10200 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 340 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for Vermillion
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.