Overview

The Biotechnology program at the Claflin University requires two years of coursework and research, culminating with a production of a master’s thesis.

According to their interests, backgrounds and career goals, students can choose from three parallel tracks. Students must complete 16 credit hours in core courses, 8 credit hours in track-specific courses, nine credit hours in faculty mentored research, and four credit hours in seminar for a total of 37 credit hours.

Student Opportunities and Experience

We have state-of-art Forensic DNA Laboratories with certifications from the Federal Government when you complete the courses and the Forensic Units while studying at Claflin University.

As a graduate student you may specialize in Forensics, Molecular or Agricultural Biotechnology or Bioinformatics. All are highly desired and competitive areas of research and development with boundless employment prospects in crime laboratories, with industry and in academics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Genetic Engineering

Genetic Engineering Lab

Immunology & Pathobiology

Teaching
Leadership

Research Ethics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Credits

37 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Orangeburg, United States

Disciplines

Biotechnology View 200 other Masters in Biotechnology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.8

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Complete on-line application

Submit application fee

Submit 2 copies of official transcripts

Submit 2 letters of recommendation

Submit an official copy of GRE scores

If international applicant, please submit official TOEFL scores.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

11490 USD / year

≈ 11490 USD / year
Out-of-State

11490 USD / year

≈ 11490 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

11490 USD / year

≈ 11490 USD / year

Living costs

Orangeburg

United States

876 - 1523 USD / month

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 Biotechnology.

Available Scholarships

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