Overview

Developed with extensive input from an advisory group comprised of CEOs and senior leaders of biotechnology firms, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology’s Biotechnology master’s degree program integrates medical science, research, manufacturing, and biotechnology-based business skills with leadership, teamwork and entrepreneurship skills that are essential for career success in the biotechnology field.

The life science industry in Pennsylvania today has more than 2,300 businesses employing close to 80,000 people with a 459,720 total employment impact (5.8 national multiplier). All this growth has led to a significant economic impact close to $1 billion and created significant workforce opportunities in biotechnology for those employees with a master’s degree.

Program goals:

Students graduating from Harrisburg University Biotechnology Master’s program would have:

Researched biotechnology concepts and developments to determine their relevance to applications to biotechnology.

Evaluated research literature, emerging technologies, and commercial developments to design and/or develop innovative biotechnology applications and products.

Worked as part of a project team to plan and manage the production of an innovative biotechnology application or product.

Analyzed the global business environment of biotechnology industry including regulations and finance to make ethical decisions that meet the needs of the organization.

Actively communicated and collaborated as part of the global community of biotechnology researchers and developers.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Omics for Life Sciences

Design of Experiment

Biomanufacturing

Research Methodology and Writing

Applied Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-23 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-10 00:00:00

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More details

There is no application deadline for master’s degree applicants

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Harrisburg, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Proof of English Proficiency

Copy of passport

Official transcripts

Bank statement of $27,040 USD or affidavit of support if applicable.

If a student is transferring a SEVIS, it must arrive one day prior to the start of the semester.

Students who only have a bachelor’s degree must have it evaluated by an approved international credentialing service, such as World Education Services or Educational Credential Evaluators.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

34380 USD / year

≈ 34380 USD / year
Out-of-State

34380 USD / year

≈ 34380 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

34380 USD / year

≈ 34380 USD / year

Living costs

Harrisburg

United States

1000 - 1500 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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Programme Structure

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Credits

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