Overview

All MS Biology students from Villanova University will prepare and defend a thesis based on their independent research. Key points:

Degree requires 30 credits, including a minimum of 20 in coursework and the remainder in thesis research.
Research available in all areas of biology.

Program culminates with an original written thesis that you will prepare under the direction of a faculty mentor and two additional committee members

Academic Advisement

Students pursuing the MS degree are required to conduct independent research under the direction of a Villanova faculty member, the Thesis Mentor. The Thesis Mentor not only will have primary responsibility for directing the student's research but also will act as the Chair of the student's three-person Advisory Committee.

In a general sense, the Advisory Committee is expected to play an active role in guiding the graduate education and intellectual development of the student. More specifically, working with the student, the Advisory Committee has responsibility for approving the student's program of study (formal course work), the student's written thesis research proposal and oral presentation, and the student's written thesis and oral defense.

Thus, selection of a Thesis Mentor and an Advisory Committee are important decisions for those students wishing to pursue the MS degree.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biology
Microbiology and Genetics
Human Anatomy & Physiology
Internship Elective
General Biology
Genetics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

Biology View 867 other Masters in Biology in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online application form
Transcripts
Personal Statement (300 words)
Statement of Purpose (300 words)
3 recommendation letters
$50 non-refundable application fee
NOTE: The admissions committee in the Department of Biology will evaluate applicants holistically by considering GPA, recommendation letters, and personal statements for admission as well as potential departmental funding.

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

28650 USD / year

≈ 28650 USD / year
Out-of-State

28650 USD / year

≈ 28650 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

28650 USD / year

≈ 28650 USD / year

Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

800 - 1300 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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Scholarships Information

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