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Established in 1999, Boston University's Bioinformatics Program ranks among the nation's premier graduate research and training initiatives. This interdisciplinary program bridges medicine, biology, and computer science through innovative research and education.
Applicants holding a bachelor's degree can directly enter the Master of Science (MS) program, choosing between full-time or part-time enrollment. The 32-credit curriculum demands proficiency in core subjects, requiring minimum B grades in all courses plus a practical internship showcasing computational bioinformatics skills. Students must present both written and oral reports documenting their internship experiences.
Graduates gain qualifications for advanced industry roles in bioinformatics, computational biology, and data science, or for pursuing PhD studies. The program's flexible structure allows completion in just one year of full-time study or extended part-time enrollment.