Overview
UNC sits at the junction of the Great Plains and the Rocky Mountains, offering you a remarkably diverse set of opportunities for field research in biology.
If you ask our students and faculty, they'll tell you that UNC’s people really set our Biology master’s program apart. You’ll build strong, supportive relationships with faculty who are teachers, mentors and colleagues.
They’ll offer you academic and professional guidance to help you get the most out of the Biology master’s program. With exceptional faculty, an outstanding setting and thesis and non-thesis options, UNC enables you to personalize your Biological Sciences program from University of Northern Colorado and achieve your goals.
Your Future in Biology
The biology master’s degree can support a wide variety of career options and outcomes. Advanced science expertise is in high demand in dynamic industries such as health care, medicine, pharmaceuticals, gerontology, food, energy, environmental sciences and government agencies. Universities, colleges and secondary schools are constantly in need of well-qualified STEM educators.
Faculty and advisors in our biology master’s program will work closely with you to ensure that you tailor your studies to specific career outcomes.
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Foundations of Biological Research
- Genomics
- Cell Physiology
- Molecular and Cellular Biology Lab
- Mammalogy
- Species and Speciation
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 9 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Fall, Spring and Summer Admissions: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
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Credits
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Disciplines
Biology Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 1272 other Masters in Biology in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Answer the application questions.
- Send your requests for letters of recommendation.
- Request three (3) academic or professional letters of recommendation from those who can attest to your academic potential and abilities. You will be asked to supply information for your recommenders in the application.
- Submit the application and pay the non-refundable application fee.
- Domestic Students: $50 non-refundable application fee
- International Students: $60 non-refundable application fee
Tuition Fee
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International
35550 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1185 USD per credit during 9 months. -
National
35550 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1185 USD per credit during 9 months. -
In-State
18990 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 633 USD per credit during 9 months.
Living costs for Greeley
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.