Overview

Combining challenging academics in biology, computer science, and information technology with real-world experience, the Master of Science in Bioinformatics from Northeastern University helps students integrate the knowledge, skills, experience, and confidence they need to achieve their goals and make a difference in the world. The Master of Science in Bioinformatics - Portland Campus from Northeastern University consists of core coursework in computational methods, programming, and statistics, enhanced by electives in molecular biology, biochemistry, molecular modeling, web development, database design and management, data mining, and other related topics. It is structured to provide students with the skills and knowledge to develop, evaluate, and deploy bioinformatics and computational biology applications. The program is designed to prepare students for employment in the biotechnology sector, where the need for knowledgeable life scientists with quantitative and computational skills has exploded in the past decade.

All Roux Institute programs provide content relevant to the urgent and emerging needs of industry in Maine and the rapidly evolving regional, national, and global economy. Opportunities for experiential learning will be concentrated in Portland, the state of Maine, and the Northeast region. Students are encouraged to pursue co-ops and special virtual Experiential Network projects with the institute’s founding corporate partners, a group of leading employers in Maine.

Program Objectives

Attain core knowledge in bioinformatics programming.
Integrate knowledge from biological, computational, and mathematical disciplines.
Gain professional work experience via co-op.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biomedical Imaging

Cellular Engineering

Medical Physiology

Stem Cells and Regeneration

Inventions in Microbial Biotechnology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

32 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Portland, United States

Disciplines

Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 264 other Masters in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics 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
Application fee
Transcripts from all institutions attended
Personal statement
Resumé
2 letters of recommendation

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

62016 USD / year

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Out-of-State

62016 USD / year

≈ 62016 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

62016 USD / year

≈ 62016 USD / year

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Funding

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