Overview
You'll find we can help you significantly strengthen your application into the allied health professions even if your GPA is currently lower than you like. Let us give you the research, experience and opportunities you need to stand out.
The Biomolecular Science program at Lipscomb University emphasizes cancer biology, immunology and infectious disease and genetics. With an average class size of 14, you'll get the attention you crave and deserve. And that attention will come from a proven faculty who are not only extensively published and performing cutting-edge research, but are mentors deeply committed to your academic, professional and spiritual preparation.
Whether you want to enter clinical science or the allied health sciences, we'll work with you to ensure you are a stronger applicant and a valuable asset in the market. By the way, 80 percent of our pre-med grads who applied to medical school have a checkmark by that accomplishment, and our Ph.D. acceptance rate is over 90 percent. Take advantage of this opportunity to take part in biomedical research and enhance your professional edge!
- Basic and applied research laboratories in both the public and private sector
- Genetic testing
- Cancer research
- Developmental genetics
- Neurobiology
- DNA forensics and DNA fingerprinting
Career Paths
- Medical Scientists
- Forensic Science Technicians
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Research
- Biomolecular Laboratory
- Biostatistics
- Ethics in Science and Biotechnology
- Scientific Communication
- Clinical Research
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 11 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
- StartingApply anytime.
More details
It is strongly recommended that international students submit their application at least three months prior to the desired date of entrance
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
33 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Biomedicine Molecular Sciences Genetics View 495 other Masters in Genetics in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- A Bachelor's degree in one of the biological sciences or closely related fields
- A strong undergraduate background in Biology, Molecular biology, or Biochemistry having several of the following courses: Cell or Molecular biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology, Immunology, Virology, Statistics (must-have)
- Official transcripts
- 3.0 undergraduate GPA
- Personal Statement
- Résumé
- The ideal candidate has undergraduate lab experiences, courses in cell or molecular biology, infectious disease and statistics, an average GPA of at least a 3.2 and a test score above the 50th percentile.
Tuition Fee
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International
35640 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1080 USD per credit during 11 months. -
National
35640 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1080 USD per credit during 11 months.
Living costs for Nashville
1183 - 2197 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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