City College of New York, The College of Liberal Arts and Science Biology J 626 New York, NY 10031 US   Phone: 212.650.8479   At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Master's Biology (M.A.) On Campus   The Department of Biology welcomes applications from individuals with strong undergraduate records and a desire to pursue further training in the life sciences. Master's students earn an M.A. in one of two ways, either by writing a thesis, or by taking a comprehensive examination.     Accreditation Information:   # Of Credits Required:   Time To Degree:     Previous Degrees The Department of Biology welcomes applications from individuals with strong undergraduate records and a desire to pursue further training in the life sciences.  Pre-Requisite Courses All entering students should have completed the following courses in science with at least a B average: 24 credits in Biology 8 credits in General Chemistry 8 credits in Organic Chemistry 8 credits in Physics 8 credits in Calculus  International Student Requirements If English is not your native language and you are a foreign student, you must take the TOEFL exam and score at least 550.  Requirements Qualifying Exam: None Required Minimum Exam Score: GPA or Equivalent: English Proficiency: Research Competency: Clinical Internship:   Work Experience Volunteer Experience Publications Experience Foreign Language Requirement Other Requirements   Cost Per Credit Hour: $   Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:       # of Students Enrolled Full Time:   # of Students Enrolled Part Time:   Average GPA:   Average Test Scores:   Charge Per Credit: $360  Annual Full Time Avg Institution Tuition: $3680  Financial Aid Offered: Yes  Average Work Experience:   Specializations:   # of Terms Per Year: Semester  Placement Percentage:   Historically Black:   Religious Affiliation: Not applicable