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Ball State's Biotechnology Certificate equips you to advance life science innovations that benefit society, from vital pharmaceuticals to agricultural breakthroughs enhancing food quality. Graduates of this immersive program excel in biotech careers across industry, academia, and government, while also achieving strong acceptance rates for postgraduate programs.
The Biotechnology Certificate delivers rigorous coursework and laboratory training under distinguished faculty. Participants utilize advanced instrumentation in premier facilities comparable to top-tier universities and leading biotech firms. The curriculum combines hands-on learning with theoretical foundations in contemporary molecular biology, cellular research, and computational biology. With strong focus on career readiness and professional growth, the program prepares students for scientific research positions or advanced academic pursuits.
You are eligible to enrol in the Ball State biotechnology program if you meet these requirements:
You are an undergraduate in your last two years of study
You have earned your bachelor’s degree and want to add the certificate as a non-degree-seeking student, and you understand coursework will not count toward a degree
You have earned your bachelor’s degree and want to include the biotechnology program as part of a master’s degree. This option requires at least two extra courses, including a thesis for those seeking a Master of Science.
You must have recently earned a B- or higher in BIO 214 (Genetics) or BIO 215 (Cell Biology).
You must complete all seven biotech courses as well as two electives and 1-6 hours of the non-formal courses which include an internship.
You must earn a C (2.0) grade or better in each course and maintain at least a 2.5-grade point average for all courses in the program.
Required Scores to demonstrate English Proficiency: TOEFL iBT 79; IELTS 6.5 Band; Pearson's PTE 53