Overview

After obtaining your graduate degree, you might also choose to continue your studies in a doctoral program.

Graduate study is characterized by smaller, more focused classes, closer interactions with qualified faculty, and opportunities for independent research.

The low student-faculty ratio in the Department creates a dynamic, supportive atmosphere and allows greater access to the facilities and expertise that will make your education a success.

Key Features

Students at Virginia State University with undergraduate majors in other science areas are encouraged to pursue graduate work in Biology.

The Department’s Graduate Committee will review your background in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics, and will determine what additional coursework (if any) you may need.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Investigations in Biology

Research and Thesis

Leading a Biology Lab

Advanced Biochemistry

Statistics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-01-12 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2024-08-05 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.75

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

For admission, the student must have the appropriate GRE Score as determined by the University and recommended minimum GPA of 2.75.

All applicants must have in their undergraduate program a minimum of thirty two (32) semester hours of biology.

Additionally, a minimum of eight semester hours of general chemistry and four semester hours of organic chemistry is required for this program. Six semester hours of mathematics is also required.

Applicants not possessing the above requirements may be admitted to the program upon the review and approval of the department chair or graduate coordinator. The graduate student is expected to make up deficiencies that are identified.

Tuition Fee

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International

18627 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18627 USD per year during 12 months.
National

18627 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18627 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

8375 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 8375 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for New York City

1819 - 3968 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Biology.

Available Scholarships

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