Overview

This Bacteriology program at the University of Wisconsin Madison provides the opportunity to tailor a curriculum of advanced coursework and research to fit the needs of each student, with two different options (Coursework or Research). Students may acquire a general overview of microbiology or may focus on a specialized subject area in microbiology such as bacterial physiology, molecular microbiology, food microbiology, environmental microbiology, biotechnology or medical microbiology. Full time students can expect to complete the M.S. degree in about two years. The M.S. program also can accommodate part time students with consequent increased time to degree.

The coursework option serves students who want to acquire knowledge about current topics in microbiology primarily in a classroom setting. Examples of students who benefit from this option are those currently employed in research, clinical or biotechnology labs seeking an advanced degree; lawyers and law students who wish to specialize in biotechnology or environmental law; and students preparing for health professions.

Students seeking the M.S. degree in order to improve their research skills, to prepare for a career in research and development, or to gain admission to a Ph.D. program should pursue the research option, also known as the M.S. with thesis. This program requires performance of original research and defense of a written thesis, in addition to coursework and additional requirements outlined below. A student desiring a research M.S. must identify a faculty member who agrees to serve as the student’s research advisor/mentor before being admitted to the program.

Learning outcomes

Demonstrates understanding of the central principles of microbiology and the necessary skills for a professional career in microbiology.
Demonstrates the ability to articulate and critique the approaches and findings in the microbiology literature.
Demonstrates capability to identify sources, generate, and assemble data or evidence pertaining to questions in microbiology.
Demonstrates effective writing and speaking skills.
Demonstrates personal and professional ethics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biology of Microorganisms

Biology of Microorganisms Laboratory

The Microbial World

Cooperative Education/co-op In Microbiology

Critical Analyses in Microbiology

Food Microbiology Laboratory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-23 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-10 00:00:00

Language

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Madison, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official transcripts, sent directly to the Department of Bacteriology (in addition to entering unofficial transcripts in the online application)
Graduate Application, which includes a statement of purpose
Three letters of recommendation
GRE scores are not required but will be considered if submitted
International students must also supply TOEFL, IELTS or MELAB scores

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

25732 USD / year

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Out-of-State

25732 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

12404 USD / year

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Additional Details

Minnesota Resident: $20,714 per year

Living costs

Madison

United States

1015 - 1752 USD / month

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