St. Cloud State University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.A. - Biological Sciences: Ecology and Natural Resources M.S. - Biological Sciences: Ecology and Natural Resources

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 environmental specialists. 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.
Two Tracks:

Master of Science (Plan A, thesis option) with options in Ecology and Natural Resources or Cell and Molecular Biology. 30 credits.
Master of Arts (Plan B, non-thesis option) with options in Ecology and Natural Resources or Cell and Molecular Biology. 36 credits.

# of Credits Required:

30-36

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

Cost Per Credit Hour:

289.00 

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Small City

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999