Edwardsville,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Biological Sciences in Edwardsville United States | Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
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Edwardsville United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
16,223
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Students can specialize in various academic tracks, including:
Cell and molecular biology
Human anatomy and physiology
Genetic studies
Evolutionary biology and ecosystems
Our department boasts exceptional resources for biological research, featuring both indoor facilities and expansive outdoor spaces across our scenic campus. The outdoor learning environment encompasses a 75-acre lake, a 35-acre botanical garden, and 380 acres of protected woodlands and restored prairie areas. Housed in Science Building West, the Department of Biological Sciences operates within a cutting-edge educational complex complete with fully outfitted instructional and research laboratories. The department maintains comprehensive plant and animal specimen collections for teaching purposes, along with advanced technological capabilities in:
Microscopic analysis
Physiological studies
Tissue research
Cellular science
Microbial science
Genetic and toxicology investigations
The graduate program in Biological Sciences provides both Master of Arts (M.A.) and Master of Science (M.S.) degrees. Additionally, in collaboration with the School of Education's Curriculum and Instruction Department, we support the Master of Science in Education degree with a biology teaching specialization.
Graduate candidates in biological sciences may focus their studies on diverse fields such as evolutionary biology, ecological systems, environmental conservation, human anatomy, physiological processes, genetic research, cellular and molecular science, and biotechnology applications.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Submission of all postsecondary academic transcripts
Successful completion of a bachelor's degree prior to enrollment
GPA of at least 2.8 on 4.0 scale preferred.
Statement of Purpose: A personal letter/statement summarizing the applicant's preparation and experience leading to the undertaking of a master's program of study at SIUE, and outlining the applicant's academic and career goals, highlighting the role that a master's degree in biological sciences at SIUE will serve in meeting those goals.
At least two letters of recommendation, not including the prospective faculty mentor, preferably from instructors and/or individuals who are familiar with the applicant's academic and professional preparation for undertaking a master's program in the biological sciences (submitted directly by the recommenders).
A faculty mentor's written agreement, submitted directly by the SIUE faculty member.
Proof of English Proficiency, minimum requirements are TOEFL (79), IELTS (6.5) or equivalent
Successful completion of a bachelor's degree prior to enrollment
GPA of at least 2.8 on 4.0 scale preferred.
Statement of Purpose: A personal letter/statement summarizing the applicant's preparation and experience leading to the undertaking of a master's program of study at SIUE, and outlining the applicant's academic and career goals, highlighting the role that a master's degree in biological sciences at SIUE will serve in meeting those goals.
At least two letters of recommendation, not including the prospective faculty mentor, preferably from instructors and/or individuals who are familiar with the applicant's academic and professional preparation for undertaking a master's program in the biological sciences (submitted directly by the recommenders).
A faculty mentor's written agreement, submitted directly by the SIUE faculty member.
Proof of English Proficiency, minimum requirements are TOEFL (79), IELTS (6.5) or equivalent
Tuition
USD
16,223