Overview

The Cell and Developmental Biology programme of Rutgers University has approximately 130 faculty members with research that spans the broad fields of molecular biology, cell biology, cancer biology, genetics, neurobiology, and developmental biology. Researchers draw upon diverse experimental systems ranging from tissue culture, invertebrates, animal models, and humans.

The goal of the CDB Programme is to provide a challenging and rewarding environment in which students can fully develop their research skills for future careers in academia, biotech/pharma, and other scientific fields.

Learning goals

The Master’s programme in Cell and Developmental Biology trains students to assume leadership roles in administration and scientific discovery in the broad areas of cell biology, cancer biology, developmental biology, and molecular genetics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Molecular Biology of Cells

Developmental Biology

Biochemistry

Molecular Genetics

Advanced Problems in Cell and Developmental Biology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New Brunswick, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Required

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General requirements

Superior ability needs to be demonstrated by grade-point average (minimum G.P.A. of 3.0) and letters of recommendation.

GRE scores are strongly encouraged; however, applicants may be admitted without submitting GRE scores.
TOEFL/IELTS scores are required of students from countries in which English is not the native language. Duolingo scores are not accepted.

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

37416 USD / year

≈ 37416 USD / year
Out-of-State

37416 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

23424 USD / year

≈ 23424 USD / year

Living costs

New Brunswick

United States

1204 - 2963 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Learning goals

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

New Brunswick

Financing

Funding

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