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Biological Sciences, Physiology Focus, MS
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Admission Criteria
Prerequisites for Graduate Candidacy
Graduation Requirements
Master's Program (30 credits)
Program Competencies
The MS program in Biological Sciences with a Physiology concentration, provided by the Department of Biological Sciences, equips students with advanced training in scientific research, highlighting physiology's integrative approach across organizational levels from molecular to organismal. Through hands-on research, students develop essential skills to tackle diverse scientific inquiries with faculty mentorship.
Graduates gain expertise in analytical reasoning, solution development, research techniques (including experimental planning, data collection, and interpretation), plus effective written and verbal communication. Our graduates successfully enter PhD programs and secure prominent roles in both academic and professional settings across private and public institutions.
U.S. bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, or the completion of a 4-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized, accredited, and approved institution from a country outside of the U.S. A 2.5 GPA (from the 0.0-4.0 U.S. grading scale) in the last degree completed or a 2.5 GPA in the last two years of full-time study.
English Language Proficiency: IELTS: 6.5; TOEFL – 80 (IBT), paper based – 550, Computer based – 213; Pearson Test of English (PTE) – 53.