Overview

The Biology program at Wake Forest University allows students to pursue advanced academic coursework and build a comprehensive research thesis under the mentorship of the graduate faculty.

Key Facts

The Biology Department is proud to offer M.S. students full tuition remission and competitive stipend support for two full years of study.

Programme Structure

Courses:

Topics in Biology

Biophysics

Biomechanics

Animal Behavior

Comparative Anatomy

Community Ecology and Global Change

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Winston-Salem, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official or unofficial transcript from each postsecondary institution you attended. Official transcripts are required before beginning graduate study, but are not necessary during the review process.

GRE General Test scores (verbal, quantitative, and analytical). The GRE Biology Subject test is encouraged, but not required.

If English is not your native language, scores from TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS.

Names and contact information of three references qualified to assess your qualifications for graduate study (typically former undergraduate or graduate instructors).

Personal statement – the statement should be at least a page in length, and should include information on the particular area(s) of biology you are interested in

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

38650 USD / year

≈ 38650 USD / year
Out-of-State

38650 USD / year

≈ 38650 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

38650 USD / year

≈ 38650 USD / year

Living costs

Winston-Salem

United States

864 - 1409 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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Funding

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Key information

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Delivered

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