Overview

Life sciences. Technology. Business.

Biotechnology is about making discoveries that make the world a better place, and about bringing those concepts to life… and into the market. Spanning industries, including pharmaceuticals, agriculture, healthcare, environment, energy, national security, biotechnology covers roles from the R&D lab, product development, and manufacturing to sales, marketing, finance, and law.

This robust graduate program at Johns Hopkins University offers concentrations and elective courses that result in a degree designed to fit your career aspirations.

Expand or Advance Your Career

This rigorous, practical advanced degree prepares you for biotechnology-related roles in a range of industries and environments including:

Biotechnologist/technician
Biochemist/chemical technician
Food scientist/technician
Forensic scientist
Medical scientist
Epidemiologist
Quality assurance professionals

The MS in Biotechnology at Johns Hopkins University also serves as a foundation for medical school or advanced studies in the life sciences or public health.

Study on Your Terms

Designed for both part-time and full-time students, this biotechnology master’s program offers you the flexibility to take classes online or on-campus in the evenings and on weekends.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Bio-Organic Chemistry

Molecular Sciences
Biology

Biochemistry

Cell Biology
Chemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-20 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2028-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-25 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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100

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Baltimore, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the Online Application

Submit all required supporting documentation. Supporting materials requirements vary by program. You are responsible for gathering and sending all application materials either via online application form or directly to our office. Once received, please allow one week for processing.

Submit your application along with a $75 application fee.
You must hold a bachelor’s degree prior to enrolling in any of our Advanced Academic Programs.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

54200 USD / year

≈ 54200 USD / year
Out-of-State

54200 USD / year

≈ 54200 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

54200 USD / year

≈ 54200 USD / year

Additional Details

Standard Range of Tuition and Fees for the MS in Biotechnology program = $54,200 – $56,200

Living costs

Baltimore

United States

1240 - 2100 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

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