Overview

Why Choose the MBS Program?

The Biological Sciences program of the University of Minnesota is:

Flexible—You can pursue either Plan B (research project) or Plan C (coursework only).

Multidisciplinary—You can select among courses offered by multiple colleges within the University, including the College of Biological Sciences, the Academic Health Center, the College of Food, Agriculture and Natural Resource Sciences, and the College of Continuing & Professional Studies.

Career-focused—You can design a program of coursework and directed research tailored to your specific professional or academic goals.

Welcoming—We aim to promote diversity, inclusivity, and equity to provide an enriching and rewarding experience for everyone.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research in the Biological Sciences

Biochemistry

Cell Biology

Environmental and Industrial Microbiology

Environmental and Population Biology

Applied Biostatistics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 30 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-20 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Chemistry Biology Biochemistry View 448 other Masters in Chemistry in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

The following items are required for admission:

a bachelor's degree from an accredited post-secondary US institution or its foreign equivalent

a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0

an undergraduate major in science or science coursework at the undergraduate or graduate level (see Prerequisites above for more information)

completion of organic chemistry

work experience preferred

The GRE (Graduate Record Examination) is not required.

Tuition Fee

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International

16800 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1400 USD per credit during 30 months.
National

16800 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1400 USD per credit during 30 months.
In-State

16800 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1400 USD per credit during 30 months.

Living costs for Minneapolis

1130 - 2045 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Biological Sciences.

Available Scholarships

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