Overview
The Biology program at Jacksonville State University is designed for those students that desire a broad-based curriculum with a diversity of course work.
Degree requirements
Students accepted to the MS with a major in Biology must decide on a track, either Non-Thesis or Thesis. Students must meet with the biology graduate program coordinator to discuss degree benchmarks and determine a track of study prior to admission into the program.
An advisory committee will be selected to assist the student in developing a degree plan that satisfies university and departmental degree requirements. Requirements and benchmarks for Non-Thesis and Thesis tracks are available on the JSU Biology Department website and in the Biology Department office.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Seminar in Developmental Biology
- Seminar in Organismal Biology
- Seminar in Ecology
- Seminar in Cell Biology
- Seminar in Evolutionary Biology
- Seminar in Genetics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Thesis option - 30 credits
Non-thesis option - 36 credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Biology Molecular Sciences Genetics View 495 other Masters in Genetics in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Completed JSU Graduate Application for Admission.
- Non-refundable $35.00 application processing fee.
- A brief (1-2 page) essay that conveys information about your motivations for attending graduate school, what you hope to achieve in your area of biological interest, and your aspirations following the receipt of a graduate degree.
- Official transcripts(s) from all colleges/universities with degrees posted. Note:
- Three Graduate Reference Forms completed by individuals who can provide qualitative assessment of the applicant’s potential for success in graduate coursework.
- A minimum overall undergraduate GPA of 2.50 including a minimum GPA of 3.00 in the major.
- No course deficiencies as determined by the Admission Requirements for the MS with a Major in Biology.
Tuition Fee
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International
24000 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 800 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
24000 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 800 USD per credit during 12 months. -
In-State
12000 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 400 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for Jacksonville
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.