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Computational biology represents a rapidly evolving and highly promising academic discipline. This interdisciplinary program aims to deliver an exceptional curriculum for students pursuing expertise in computational biology and bioinformatics. The program focuses on two key objectives: 1) fostering comprehension of the challenges involved in constructing biologically relevant computational models, and 2) equipping students with the comprehensive knowledge required to develop model systems addressing real-world biomedical challenges. Jointly administered by the Biological Science and Computer Science departments, this major requires participants to coordinate with their home department advisors to ensure proper course selection and sequencing.
Freshman admission is a holistic and selective process, and no single criterion guarantees admission. Rather, we consider all the documentation you submit, and we carefully review your academic record and test scores to ensure that you are prepared for the rigorous curriculum you will encounter at Florida State University.
The courses listed below represent the minimum required for admission consideration:
4 English courses, at least three with substantial writing requirements
4 mathematics courses at the Algebra I level and higher
3 natural science courses, at least two with laboratory experience
3 social science courses
2 sequential courses of a world language or American Sign Language
2 elective courses, preferably in the above subject areas
The following are the minimum scores required for admission to the University, although some departments require higher scores at the graduate level:
Internet based TOEFL (IBTOEFL): 80
Paper based TOEFL (TOEFL): 550
International English Language Testing System (Academic IELTS): 6.5
Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB): 77
Pearson Test of English (PTE): 55