St. Cloud State University

Program Information

Degree Offered

Master of Science in Cell and Molecular Biologybr Master of Arts in Cell and Molecular Biology

Format: Campus

Program Description:

Programs within the Department of Biological Sciences are designed to provide a stepping stone into teaching and research positions, medical product sales, professional careers as medical doctors, and natural resource scientists and managers. The objectives of the program are to provide the student with in-depth knowledge in a chosen area of biology, while also gaining a breadth of knowledge in related disciplines. Practical experiences and communication are also emphasized.
The graduate program in biology offers two tracks:

Master of Science Cell and Molecular Biology plan A, thesis option, at 30 credits.
Master of ArtsCell and Molecular Biology plan B, non-thesis option at 36 credits.

International Student Requirements:

In addition to submitting an application, application fee, GRE/GMAT scores, and 3 letters of recommendation, international students must also submit scores from a language admission exam and financial documentation stating that the student has $17,000 USD in support of graduate study. Qualifying language admission exams and required scores are as follows: TOEFL: 213 on the computer exam, 550 on the paper exam or 79 on the iBT with no subscore under 17; Michigan Placement Test: 80; IELTS: 6.5

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Small City

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999