Johnson City,
TN,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Biology - Biomedical Sciences in Johnson City United States | East Tennessee State University
East Tennessee State University
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Johnson City United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
15,120
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Science in Biology, specializing in Biomedical Sciences, equips students for research careers in industry, academia, or clinical settings. Participants can collaborate with faculty from Biological Sciences or potentially join research teams within the College of Medicine. This program also serves as excellent preparation for those considering MD/PhD programs. It's particularly suitable for high-achieving graduates who may need additional coursework and research experience in biomedical sciences before pursuing medical school. Financial assistance is available through graduate assistantships and tuition waivers, with most funding decisions finalized by March or April. Applicants are advised to complete their submissions by February 1 for priority consideration.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Students applying for admission to graduate study:
Must submit a general GRE score.
Must have a 3.0 overall grade point average (4.0 system) in mathematics and science courses.
Must have an undergraduate major in the life or physical sciences, with supporting courses in general chemistry, one year of organic chemistry (microbiology concentration will accept one semester of organic and one semester of biochemistry), and one year of physics.
A course in calculus and/or a course in probability and statistics is recommended.
Must have 2 letters of recommendation submitted on their behalf.
Graduate students whose native language is not English must submit one of the following:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
Score of 79 (Internet-Based)
Score of 550 (Paper-based)
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
Score of 6.5
Must submit a general GRE score.
Must have a 3.0 overall grade point average (4.0 system) in mathematics and science courses.
Must have an undergraduate major in the life or physical sciences, with supporting courses in general chemistry, one year of organic chemistry (microbiology concentration will accept one semester of organic and one semester of biochemistry), and one year of physics.
A course in calculus and/or a course in probability and statistics is recommended.
Must have 2 letters of recommendation submitted on their behalf.
Graduate students whose native language is not English must submit one of the following:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
Score of 79 (Internet-Based)
Score of 550 (Paper-based)
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
Score of 6.5
Tuition
USD
15,120