Atlanta,
GA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Biology in Atlanta United States | Georgia State University
Georgia State University
|
Atlanta United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,246
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Pursuing a Master of Science in biology serves as a foundation for bioscience careers or advanced professional studies. Georgia State's M.S. in Biological Sciences provides adaptable coursework tailored to diverse biological interests. Beyond the core curriculum, specialized tracks are available in Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, and Research.
Applicants may designate a focus area, though concentrations are optional. Initially, all master's candidates enter as non-thesis students until qualifying for the thesis track. The non-thesis path prioritizes academic courses, culminating in either a literature review or laboratory project.
The thesis track focuses on original research, beginning with an approved proposal. Graduation requires both a completed thesis and its successful defense. This option is particularly suited for students aiming for doctoral studies.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
An undergraduate or master's degree in the biology, chemistry or a related field
A minimum GPA of 3.00/4.00
Transcripts of all past academic performance
Statement of purpose
Three letters of recommendation (Two of the three must be academic references)
For non-native speakers of English, official scores on the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System). Non-native speakers of English are required to demonstrate English proficiency. This requirement can be met in the following ways:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL including the special home edition)
International Language Testing System (IELTS)
Documentation that the baccalaureate or a prior graduate degree was obtained in an English-speaking country
Completion of a University System of Georgia approved ESL program (case-by-case basis)
IELTS 6.0
TOEFL 60
TOEFL PBT 160
A minimum GPA of 3.00/4.00
Transcripts of all past academic performance
Statement of purpose
Three letters of recommendation (Two of the three must be academic references)
For non-native speakers of English, official scores on the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System). Non-native speakers of English are required to demonstrate English proficiency. This requirement can be met in the following ways:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL including the special home edition)
International Language Testing System (IELTS)
Documentation that the baccalaureate or a prior graduate degree was obtained in an English-speaking country
Completion of a University System of Georgia approved ESL program (case-by-case basis)
IELTS 6.0
TOEFL 60
TOEFL PBT 160
Tuition
USD
24,246