Chicago,
IL,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Bioinformatics in Chicago United States | Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University Chicago
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Chicago United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
22,500
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
In today's fast-changing global economy, the merging of technology and life sciences plays a crucial role in addressing emerging, complex challenges. Seeking practical yet lasting solutions, Loyola University Chicago's Bioinformatics Master of Science (MS) program delivers a distinctive chance to overcome these hurdles while exploring the interconnected nature of diverse STEM fields.
As a program participant, you'll develop a strong grounding in biological, computational, chemical, and statistical principles. You'll also acquire vital practical and research abilities to advance bioinformatics study and application across academic, industrial, healthcare, and environmental sectors.
Upon completing the Bioinformatics Master's program, you'll be equipped to excel in various professional environments. Potential workplaces span research institutions, pharmaceutical firms, medical centers, government bodies, private enterprises, universities, and research labs.
Career opportunities include: Bioinformatics programmer, Genome and bioinformatics analyst, Research scientist
Computational biologist, Genetic information specialist, Proteomics expert, Software engineer, Genomic data scientist
Clinical data systems specialist
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Application requirements for the Bioinformatics MS Thesis Track include:
Official Transcripts
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Resume/CV
Statement of Purpose
Please write brief (500-1000 word) statement of purpose describing your academic interests and your professional goals. You should also include faculty research labs of interest.
Applicants must submit official transcripts for all undergraduate and any graduate work. To be eligible for admission, your transcript must show an earned bachelor's degree or a bachelor's degree in progress. Certified copies of transcripts are acceptable, faxed copies of transcripts are not considered official. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request transcripts, we have them on record. Official transcripts should show a GPA of 3.0 or higher. In exceptional cases, applicants whose undergraduate GPA is below 3.0 may be admitted.
For the TOEFL, a minimum score of 79 on the iBT.
For the IELTS, a minimum score of 6.0 is required.
Official Transcripts
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Resume/CV
Statement of Purpose
Please write brief (500-1000 word) statement of purpose describing your academic interests and your professional goals. You should also include faculty research labs of interest.
Applicants must submit official transcripts for all undergraduate and any graduate work. To be eligible for admission, your transcript must show an earned bachelor's degree or a bachelor's degree in progress. Certified copies of transcripts are acceptable, faxed copies of transcripts are not considered official. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request transcripts, we have them on record. Official transcripts should show a GPA of 3.0 or higher. In exceptional cases, applicants whose undergraduate GPA is below 3.0 may be admitted.
For the TOEFL, a minimum score of 79 on the iBT.
For the IELTS, a minimum score of 6.0 is required.
Tuition
USD
22,500