Overview

Key facts

The Texas Christian University Department of Biology embodies the teacher-scholar model and our graduate students receive the best practical training and professional mentoring. The Department of Biology offers three graduate degrees: the Master of Arts (MA, without a thesis), the Master of Science in Biology (MS, with a thesis), and the Ph.D.

Career

The MS Biology degree program provides students with a solid foundation in biological knowledge together with the skills necessary to excel in a wide range of careers.

MS students engage in scholarship and research with faculty mentors, present their research at scientific meetings, and often publish their research in the peer-reviewed literature.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Terrestrial Ecosystems

Biostatistics

Biochemistry

Medicinal Chemistry

Evolution

Neurobiology of Aging

Biochemistry Laboratory

Ecology of Lakes and Streams

Tropical Biology

Biology Seminar

The Teaching of Biology

Scientific Presentation

Graduate Teaching in Biology

Professional Development in Biology

Electron Microscopy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fort Worth, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed application form

International applicants only – International Supplement and Financial Statement for International Students (this is submitted IN ADDITION to the application to the appropriate school or college officer)

Two official transcripts mailed from the Registrar’s office for each college or university attended. (It is not necessary to have transcripts sent from TCU.) Send transcripts to the appropriate school or college officer.

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Tuition Fee

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International

39780 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 39780 USD per year during 12 months.
National

39780 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 39780 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

39780 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 39780 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Fort Worth

1071 - 1679 USD /month

Living costs

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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