Overview

As a student in our full-time, thesis-based Biology and Biotechnology program of Worcester Polytechnic Institute, you will join a tight-knit, dynamic community of researchers dedicated to advancing the understanding of living organisms and their molecular underpinnings.

Key facts

You will make your own discoveries as you explore areas of interest, and gain essential laboratory training, in our cutting-edge research facilities.

When you pursue a master’s in biology and biotechnology, you’ll work closely with a faculty mentor to develop a targeted academic plan that matches your interests and career goals. Students typically divide their time among research, courses, and seminars. Core courses cover advanced topics in biology and biotechnology, as well as professional training in areas including grant writing, presentation skills, experimental design, and ethics within the life sciences.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Fermentation Biology

Animal Cell Culture

Scale Up of Bioprocessing

Bioinformatics

Research Integrity in the Sciences

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-21 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00

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More details

If you would like to be considered for funding opportunities it is best to complete your fall application by February 1 and spring application by November 1.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Worcester, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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150 _(verbal)

165 _{(quantitative)}

3 _(analytical)

GMAT

500

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General requirements

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Application fee of $70

Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required

GRE: There are no minimum GRE scores, but the average for admitted students is typically 150 verbal, 165 quantitative, and 3.0 analytical

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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

30420 USD / year

≈ 30420 USD / year
Out-of-State

30420 USD / year

≈ 30420 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

30420 USD / year

≈ 30420 USD / year

Living costs

Worcester

United States

1100 - 1620 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

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Biology and Biotechnology.

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Overview

Key facts

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Worcester

Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

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