Overview

Career preparation

Our master's degree program in Biological Sciences from University of the Pacific provides you with a broad background in the biological sciences that serves as preparation for entry into PhD degree programs, employment in the biotechnology industry and environmental-monitoring agencies as well as teaching positions at the high school and community college levels.

Graduate studies cover molecular and cellular biology, physiology, microbiology, ecology, paleontology, and plant and animal systematics. Or you can specialize in one area.

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We take a hands on approach with our students. This means we want to get to know you throughout your discovery and application process. If you have questions, please contact Eric Thomas, director of Graduate Studies, at the request information link. Help us connect with you by taking the next step.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Molecular Biological Techniques

Methods in Field Biology

Graduate Seminar

Graduate Research
Thesis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

32 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Stockton, United States

Disciplines

Biology Biotechnology Biochemistry View 861 other Masters in Biology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants holding a baccalaureate or equivalent degree and interested in working toward a graduate degree must complete a University of the Pacific Graduate School application.

All applications must be complete for official acceptance into the program and require the following:

application form (can be completed online)
essay (300-500 words in which the applicant discusses their academic interests, objectives and plans for graduate study)
official undergraduate transcripts
three letters of recommendation (at least one letter from a professor is preferred)
GRE optional
Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 (in some rare instances lower GPAs can be accepted)
The student’s last 60 units from their undergraduate degree can be used for this calculation

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

28064 USD / year

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Out-of-State

28064 USD / year

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Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

28064 USD / year

≈ 28064 USD / year

Living costs

Stockton

United States

1100 - 1600 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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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

Key information

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Financing

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