Milwaukee,
WI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Biological Sciences in Milwaukee United States | University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
|
Milwaukee United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
25,660
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Department of Biological Sciences provides Doctoral and Master of Science programs spanning diverse biological disciplines, including Cell and Molecular Biology (encompassing neuroscience and developmental biology), Ecology, Evolution and Behavior, and Microbiology. Our distinguished faculty, recognized both nationally and globally, mentor students across various research specializations within these fields, offering numerous opportunities for graduate students to focus on their preferred areas. The program emphasizes research methodology, data interpretation, and honing written and verbal communication abilities. As research-focused degrees, both the thesis-based M.S. and Ph.D. require students to produce publishable original research. Collaborative programs with other university departments are also an option. Additionally, we provide a non-thesis M.S. program with a strong emphasis on coursework. We encourage applications from interdisciplinary backgrounds including chemistry/biochemistry, psychology, medical sciences, mathematics, and freshwater science. Our graduates gain comprehensive research and teaching experience, equipping them for professional success in academic, corporate, or public sector careers.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Undergraduate coursework equivalent to the Biological Sciences major at UWM, including coursework in the following areas of plant or animal science: cellular and molecular biology or genetics, organismal biology, ecology. Additional coursework in chemistry through organic or biochemistry, mathematical preparation including at least one course in calculus, statistics, or biometry, and a year of physics are strongly encouraged.
Submission of official scores:
Thesis Track: Optional submission of official scores from the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
Non-Thesis Track: Optional submission of official scores from the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), Medical College Admission Test (MCAT), Dental Admission Test (DAT), Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT), or Praxis test. Submitted test scores may be used as additional evidence of academic ability.
At least two letters of recommendation from persons familiar with the applicant's scholarship.
Thesis Track: Submission of a resume/CV.
International students must meet the minimum department requirements for English proficiency:
Thesis Track:
Completion of a baccalaureate or higher degree within the last two years from an institution where English is the sole language of instruction with a minimum of two years attendance, or
A minimum required TOEFL score of 79 overall with a minimum required score of 23 on the Speaking portion, or
A minimum required IELTS score of 6.5 overall with a minimum required score of 7.0 on the Speaking portion, or
A minimum required CAE score of C1 overall with a minimum required score of 185 on the Speaking portion.
Non-Thesis Track:
Completion of a baccalaureate or higher degree within the last two years from an institution where English is the sole language of instruction with a minimum of two years attendance, or
A minimum required TOEFL score of 79 overall with a minimum recommended sub-score of 18 in each skill, or
A minimum required IELTS score of 6.5 overall with a minimum recommended sub-score of 6.0 on each skill, or
A minimum required CAE score of C1 overall with a minimum recommended sub-score of 170 on any given language skill test.
A 3.0 (4.0 basis) average or better is required in all work taken as a graduate student. TOEFL - 550 PBT
Submission of official scores:
Thesis Track: Optional submission of official scores from the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
Non-Thesis Track: Optional submission of official scores from the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), Medical College Admission Test (MCAT), Dental Admission Test (DAT), Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT), or Praxis test. Submitted test scores may be used as additional evidence of academic ability.
At least two letters of recommendation from persons familiar with the applicant's scholarship.
Thesis Track: Submission of a resume/CV.
International students must meet the minimum department requirements for English proficiency:
Thesis Track:
Completion of a baccalaureate or higher degree within the last two years from an institution where English is the sole language of instruction with a minimum of two years attendance, or
A minimum required TOEFL score of 79 overall with a minimum required score of 23 on the Speaking portion, or
A minimum required IELTS score of 6.5 overall with a minimum required score of 7.0 on the Speaking portion, or
A minimum required CAE score of C1 overall with a minimum required score of 185 on the Speaking portion.
Non-Thesis Track:
Completion of a baccalaureate or higher degree within the last two years from an institution where English is the sole language of instruction with a minimum of two years attendance, or
A minimum required TOEFL score of 79 overall with a minimum recommended sub-score of 18 in each skill, or
A minimum required IELTS score of 6.5 overall with a minimum recommended sub-score of 6.0 on each skill, or
A minimum required CAE score of C1 overall with a minimum recommended sub-score of 170 on any given language skill test.
A 3.0 (4.0 basis) average or better is required in all work taken as a graduate student. TOEFL - 550 PBT
Tuition
USD
25,660