Hempstead,
NY,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Biology in Hempstead United States | Hofstra University
Hofstra University
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Hempstead United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,968
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Our graduate programs in integrative biology acknowledge that modern biological research demands a multidisciplinary perspective, incorporating insights from molecular to ecological scales. Students gain comprehensive training through coursework and seminars, learning to synthesize knowledge across biological specialties (from molecular genetics to evolutionary biology) and scales (from subcellular processes to global ecosystems). This integrated approach enables them to address fundamental questions about cellular function, organismal biology, species interactions, and ecological systems. Master's graduates advance to health profession programs, doctoral studies, or careers as ecological specialists, wildlife biologists, environmental educators for government and nonprofit agencies, or laboratory technologists in healthcare and industrial settings.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A baccalaureate degree (or equivalent) in biology or closely related discipline. We expect that incoming students will have completed courses in molecular and cellular biology, genetics, ecology, evolution, anatomy and physiology, as well as one year of mathematics, one year of physics and two years of chemistry. Any undergraduate deficiencies in the above must be rectified before enrolling in graduate courses where these courses are particularly relevant. Exceptions may be made with permission of the graduate director.
A minimum GPA of 3.0.
GRE General Test scores or Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) scores.
A written personal statement demonstrating rationale for pursuing the MA.
Two letters of reference addressing the applicant's potential for graduate studies.
TOEFL - 80
IELTS - 6.5
A minimum GPA of 3.0.
GRE General Test scores or Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) scores.
A written personal statement demonstrating rationale for pursuing the MA.
Two letters of reference addressing the applicant's potential for graduate studies.
TOEFL - 80
IELTS - 6.5
Tuition
USD
27,968