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Overview
Introduction
The Biology program of the Northeastern Illinois University is broadly based, allowing students to tailor their courses to suit their interests. Laboratory skills are integral to many Biology careers, thus students are encouraged to include lab courses in their program of study. Faculty in the M.S. in Biology program have expertise in a range of sub-disciplines including Ecology, Organismal, Cell, and Molecular Biology.
Career Options
Students who complete the M.S. in Biology can land a career as a:
- biology technician, researcher or field scientist
- biology instructor (community college levels)
- food scientist
- forensic scientist
- health sciences professional
- pharmaceutical industry professional
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Biological Literature
- Environmental Biology for Middle School Teaching
- Chronobiology
- Evolutionary Biology
- Comparative Biology Of Aging
- Animal Behavior
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Credits
33 alternative credits
33-36
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Chemistry Biology Genetics View 1150 other Masters in Biology in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 2.75
GRE® Required
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in Biology or the course equivalent. The undergraduate course work must include both the Biology and related science courses that are standard components of the Biology major: General Biology, General Chemistry, Physics, Cell Biology, Ecology, Genetics, Organic Chemistry and Precalculus Mathematics or Statistics
- An overall undergraduate GPA of 2.75, with a GPA of 3.0 in the undergraduate biology courses.
- A typed, 1-2 page statement of Goals and Objectives.
- Two letters of recommendation from academic references or work-related supervisors who are able to assess the applicant’s potential for advanced graduate study.
- GRE (Graduate Record Examination) scores are not required for admission, but they may be submitted to supplement an application.
Tuition Fee
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International
28545 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 865 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
28545 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 865 USD per credit during 12 months. -
In-State
14256 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 432 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for Chicago
1297 - 2491 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 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.
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