St. Louis,
MO,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Biology in Saint Louis United States | University of Missouri-St. Louis
University of Missouri-St. Louis
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Saint Louis United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
25,686
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Science in Biology program at UMSL delivers research-focused training
and education to prepare students for diverse career paths. Graduates can pursue roles as
professional biologists in corporate and industrial settings, continue into PhD programs,
or become skilled biology educators at secondary and community college levels.
UMSL's Biology Department provides three distinct pathways to complete the MS in Biology.
A 30-credit non-thesis track designed for professionals with substantial research background, educators aiming to enhance their teaching qualifications without research components, or individuals seeking to expand their biological knowledge.
A 32-credit Professional Science Emphasis option incorporating business fundamentals for those pursuing careers at the intersection of biology and commerce.
A 30-credit traditional research apprenticeship culminating in a thesis. Both thesis and non-thesis tracks allow specialization in either Cell and Molecular Biology or Ecology, Evolution and Systematics.
Career Pathways and Opportunities
Students frequently participate in faculty-led research initiatives, with alumni securing positions in both corporate and academic research settings. Advanced biology degrees open doors to multiple career trajectories depending on specialization. Research-oriented graduates can find positions in universities, government research facilities, or private sector laboratories. The biotech field presents opportunities in R&D, quality assurance, and compliance. Environmental science careers span conservation, sustainable development, and environmental protection. Teaching-focused graduates may enter educational roles at primary, secondary, or higher education levels.
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Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Admission normally requires a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (both biology and overall), as well as an appropriate background for graduate work in biology, including courses in genetics, biochemistry, evolution, organic chemistry, college physics, and calculus. Statistics is strongly recommended.
Application materials include a personal statement. We use this to help us assess your qualifications and how good the match is between you and our program. In this statement please write about a) your interest in biology and what brought you to applying for graduate school, and for graduate school at UMSL, b) your research and other relevant experiences, and c) what your future academic and career plans are. Please mention any particular faculty members that you would like to work with. Your statement should be no longer than 2 pages.
All foreign applicants, except those from countries where English is the primary language, must take the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Examination. The minimal TOEFL score is 550 (paper based test), or 213 (computer based test), or 80 (internet based test). The University requires all incoming foreign students to take an English language exam during orientation week and may require additional courses in English during the first year of graduate study.
Application materials include a personal statement. We use this to help us assess your qualifications and how good the match is between you and our program. In this statement please write about a) your interest in biology and what brought you to applying for graduate school, and for graduate school at UMSL, b) your research and other relevant experiences, and c) what your future academic and career plans are. Please mention any particular faculty members that you would like to work with. Your statement should be no longer than 2 pages.
All foreign applicants, except those from countries where English is the primary language, must take the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Examination. The minimal TOEFL score is 550 (paper based test), or 213 (computer based test), or 80 (internet based test). The University requires all incoming foreign students to take an English language exam during orientation week and may require additional courses in English during the first year of graduate study.
Tuition
USD
25,686