Master of Science (MS) in Biotechnology Admissions

How to Apply to the Master of Science (MS) in Biotechnology Program

The following materials are required for application:

• Personal Statement:
  • Describe your current research interests.
  • Include details about your past research experience. 
  • Limit your statement of purpose to one page.
• CV/resume: A CV or resume is required and should include the following:
  • Academic honors.
  • Awards received as an undergraduate or graduate.
  • Employment history.
  • Internships.
  • Summer research programs.
  • Education history.
• Unofficial transcripts: An unofficial copy of your transcript from every college and university attended is required. 
  • Transfer credits listed on another transcript do not waive the submissions of a transcript from that school.
  • Copies should be uploaded online via the application system.
  • Official transcripts will be required upon acceptance to the program.
• Letters of Recommendation: Three letters of recommendation are required for all programs.
  • We only accept professional or institutional email addresses. Personal email addresses (Gmail, Yahoo, etc.) will not be accepted.
  • Letters must be uploaded to the online application directly by your recommenders.
• International students (those with a degree outside the U.S.) must submit the following:
  • Official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) scores. Scores can be emailed directly to us. We waive the requirement if you completed your degree in a country where English is the official language. 
  • Official course-by-course evaluation from Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE), or World Education Services (WES) only. Please review their websites for evaluation requirements. Evaluations can be emailed to us.
• Standardized test scores: Standardized test scores are optional.
  • You may submit GRE, MCAT, PCAT, GMAT or DAT.
• Grade-point average: GPAs must be converted to a 4.0 scale.
• Background check and immunizations: Prior to matriculation, you will need to complete a criminal background check and submit your immunization records through CastleBranch.
  • After you are accepted, we will contact you with instructions on ordering your package through CastleBranch.
• Application fee of $86.

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