To apply for the hybrid online Master of Science in Biotechnology, you must have:
Earned a BS or BA degree in science or engineering from an accredited institution conferred prior to enrollment.
Maintained a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Completed the prerequisite courses General Chemistry I and General Biology I.
Program start | Early priority deadline | Priority deadline | Final deadline |
August 24, 2026 | May 18, 2026 | June 15, 2026 | July 1, 2026 |
To complete an application, you will need to submit the following materials:
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