SUNY Buffalo

Program Information

Degree Offered

Master of Science in Biotechnology

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Master of Science degree program curriculum provides students with advanced course work in biotechnical and biomolecular sciences. Graduates are prepared for positions in research and industrial R&D laboratories or in sales/technical representation in biotechnology, chemical or pharmaceutical companies. A research project resulting in a thesis must be completed in the laboratory of one of the program faculty, or, by special arrangement, with faculty in other departments who are affiliated with the Department of Biotechnical and Clinical Laboratory Sciences. It should be emphasized that the University at Buffalo offers many different courses, and a program of study can be arranged to fit individual interests with regards to careers in biotechnology.

Accreditation:

Not applicable.

Eligibility Requirements:

Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university with training in biotechnology, medical technology, biology, chemistry or a related field. Three Letters of Recommendation, official transcripts, GRE combined total score 50th percentile and above, GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 point scale

# of Credits Required:

36

International Student Requirements:

International applicants must take either the TOEFL or the ILETS, and must submit a financial disclosure form with supporting bank documents indicating total amount of liquid funds available to the student through parental, or other, sponsorship, or the student's own financial resources.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999