Bowling Green State University-Main Campus: Praxis II content specialization exam in Biology content, or Biology and General SciencePraxis II content specialization exam , or GRE.
University at Buffalo: The GRE is now optional for the PhD, MS, and MA programs.GRE scores are optional for the BA MS program.Standardized Test Scores, such as the MCAT, DAT, and GRE, are not required to MA program.
Interdisciplinary Biological Sciences Graduate Program
Completed applications will be reviewed by the Admissions Committee in December and January. Only complete applications will be considered for review by the admissions committee.
The application fee is $95.00.
In addition to the Graduate School Application, please complete and submit the IBiS Program Fact Sheet
Note that IBiS does not require the submission of GRE scores
The admissions committee considers the statement of purpose carefully in the review of each applicant's materials.
Scanned copy of your official transcript from each post-secondary institution attended.
Three letters of recommendation from advisors/professors who are familiar with your work and achievements and can assess your potential to succeed in a Ph.D. program.
A good resume to summarize your education, research experience, and technical skills and may also contain the following: awards, affiliations, presentations, and a list of publications if available.
Applicants whose native language is not English must certify their proficiency in the English language by taking the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
Admissions Information Requirements
College description: The graduate program in the biological sciences at Fordham offers courses and research opportunities leading to the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in biology.Hold a bachelor degree in the biological sciences or related major.
Guidelines and Information for M.S. in Biological Sciences
Applicants must:
1. hold a bachelor's degree in the biological sciences or related major
2. have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0)
3. have an acceptable combined GRE score
Completed applications to the M.S. in Biological Sciences will include each of the following items:
**Resume:** Up to two pages in length (submit via the online application).
**Statement of Intent:** The Statement of Intent for the M.A. in Biology requires students to answer some questions and also imposes a 300 word maximum for each question.
**Official transcripts:** Official degree transcripts confirming prior degree conferral should be ordered at least one month prior to the application deadline. Please ensure that they are sent directly to the Office of Admissions via secure electronic delivery.
**Official GRE scores:** should be sent directly by the testing service to the Office of Graduate Admissions, Fordham University, Graduate School of Arts and Sciences
**Official GRE Subject score:** recommended not required
**Three letters of recommendation:** submitted directly by referees via the online application
**English Proficiency:** International applicants whose native language is not English are required to complete and submit to GSAS prior to matriculation their official scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). GSAS will also consider a student’s International English Language Testing System (IELTS)—Cambridge English Proficiency Level language testing results.
–Biological Sciences
College description: Master of Science degree in Biological SciencesMaster of Science degree in Marine ScienceDoctor of Philosophy degree in Biological SciencesM.S. and pre-doctoral students undertake a diversified program of study that includes course work, seminars and laboratory research.This degree does not require the traditional intensive commitment to data-driven research that is the hallmark of the Master of Science degree in Biology.Additionally, all first-year graduate students enroll in BSC 505 Intro to Graduate Studies where discussions center on laboratory conduct and procedures, scientific writing, ethics in science and career opportunities.Detailed information regarding course requirements and milestones of the degree programs can be reviewed in the Graduate Student Handbook and through the University of Alabama’s
The Biological Sciences Graduate Program utilizes a rolling admissions process by which applications are evaluated as they are received. Following review by the Graduate School, applications meeting the minimum criteria are referred to the department admissions committee for further consideration. The goal of the admission process is to identify students who will thrive in the program and continue to successful research and or teaching careers.
1. Transcripts from previous institution A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4-point scale is required for unconditional admission to the Biological Sciences Graduate Program.
2. A cumulative GRE score (Verbal plus Quantitative. ) of 300 or higher is required for unconditional admission to the Biological Sciences Graduate Program.
3. TOEFL score, if English is not the applicant’s native language. Students requiring as Graduate Teaching Assistants must have a TOEFL iBT speaking subtest score of 21 or higher.
Information regarding international applicants and requirements may be found at the Graduate Schools International Admissions page. All letters of recommendation must be submitted via the Graduate School’s document processing website.
Graduate
College description: Following receipt of their degrees, students are competitive for a wide range of positions.The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a member of the Big Ten Conference, and the university students benefit from research collaborations and exchange agreements among member institutions as well as on campus research collaborations with Cedar Point Biological Station, Center for Biotechnology, Center for Plant Science Innovation, Ecosystem Analysis Laboratory, Manter Laboratory of Parasitology, Nebraska State Museum, Nebraska Center for Virology and Nebraska Innovation Campus.This summary page is maintained by Graduate Studies.For additional details check out the dept.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln provides new technologies for teaching and learning and give applicant access to the resources applicant need to succeed.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln does not require the GRE to apply to the university graduate program.
Biological Sciences
College description: After than a year of construction, the Biological Sciences began the spring semester on a newly redesigned floor.The university approach to teaching cross-disciplinary life sciences prepares students for today accelerating pace of discovery in biological sciences.Generous alumni and friends of the Biological Sciences have provided funds to underwrite a number of scholarships and fellowships to provide support for the university students.Each semester the university host the Biological Sciences Seminar Series sponsored in part by the Orrin Foster Lecture Fund.The UB Biological Sciences department is a great place to grow as a student and a future communicator of science.Current Activities: Gates Cambridge Scholar pursuing a PhD in Pharmacology in University of Cambridge, UK, researching arthritic pain to develop novel drug targets.
PhD Fall enrollment deadline: January 4.
MS Fall enrollment deadlines: — January 4, early deadline for fellowship consideration.
BA/MS Fall enrollment deadline: January 8.
MA Spring enrollment deadline: December 31.
MA Fall enrollment deadline: July 31.
First time users begin the application by creating an account. Once the account is created, applicant will be prompted to select the department application, and then, select their academic term year and program. Please read the directions on their College of Arts and Sciences application carefully.
The GRE is now optional for the PhD, MS, and MA programs.
A non-refundable application fee of $75.00.
To be eligible for the BA/MS program, applicants must be current UB juniors majoring in Biological Sciences with a GPA ≥ 3.2.
GRE scores are optional for the BA/MS program.
Standardized Test Scores, such as the MCAT, DAT, and GRE, are not required to apply to the MA program.
Applicant begin the application by creating an account. Once created, applicant will be prompted to select the department application, and then, select their term year and program.
Degree Requirements
College description: The Biological Sciences offers graduate training for professional careers in both applied and fundamental areas of biology. Programs are available leading to the degrees of Master of Science, Doctor of Philosophy, Graduate Certificate in Bioinformatics, Proteomics Genomics and Master of Arts in Teaching.Students may pursue the Master of Science degree under one of two plans, usually completed in 2 years.The composition of the committee is subject to approval by the Biological Sciences Graduate Committee.Candidates are required to complete 34 semester hours of graduate credit including 10 credits of formal coursework and one hour each of BIOL 6010 and BIOL 6020.Students must complete at least 60 semester hours of graduate credit beyond the master degree or 90 semester hours beyond the bachelor degree These hours must include 10 hours of formal coursework and at least 16 hours of BIOL 799, Dissertation Research An additional committee member is appointed by the Graduate College at the time of the Preliminary Examination.Students successfully completing this examination and defending a proposal are considered to be candidates for the Ph.D. degree.These courses are designed for graduate students from a variety of backgrounds. Courses may be taken individually and a Certificate will be awarded on completion of all four coursesBGSU students should be admitted into the Bioinformatics Certificate program at BGSU before they register for these classes.BGSU students then submit an Application for Graduate Concurrent Enrollment to take the two Bioinformatics courses at UT.Students may enroll in only a certificate program, or may complete a certificate in conjunction with a graduate degree at BGSU.Valid Teaching Certificate License and 1 year teaching experience in Biology or approved related area.Complete 35 semester hours of acceptable graduate course work with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better.Master of Arts in Teaching: Specialization in Interdisciplinary Science.Valid Teaching Certificate Licensure and 1 year teaching experience.
Institute for Psychological Research and Application
Candidates are required to complete 34 semester hours of graduate credit including 10 credits of formal coursework and one hour each of BIOL 6010 and BIOL 6020.
BGSU students then submit an Application for Graduate Concurrent Enrollment to take the two Bioinformatics courses at UT.
Praxis II content specialization exam in Biology content, or Biology and General Science
Praxis II content specialization exam , or GRE
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Interdisciplinary Content Electives
Biological Sciences California Polytechnic State University
College description: Cal Poly Biological Sciences offers two graduate degree programs at the Master level.This degree program is designed to prepare students for many types of biological work that require advanced training beyond the bachelor degree, including careers in industry and or civil service, teaching biological sciences at the elementary, secondary, and community college levels, independent research in the field of specialization, or continued graduate work at other institutions.Master of Science in Biological Sciences — Specialization in Regenerative Medicine.This new degree program accepts 10 candidates per year in Biological Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, or Animal Science. This degree prepares candidates to go into industry at laboratories conducting research in regenerative medicine and stem cells, or to pursue a further advanced degree such as a doctorate.For the Fall 2021 application cycle, the Graduate Record Exam is NOT required.If applicant have not taken one or prerequisite courses, applicant may still be admitted with conditional status, and will be required to take the course at Cal Poly.Arrange to send official transcripts from their BS BA degree granting institution.
The department offers courses required for preprofessional training in medicine and paramedical fields.
The purpose of the minor is to help students from other disciplines acquire increased factual and conceptual knowledge in biology, an increased understanding of scientific methods and techniques used to study biology, and an increased ability to analyze biological topics in the news or in various jobs.
This degree differs from the MS in Biological Sciences in that a research thesis is not required.
Admission to this program requires a minimum grade point average of 3.0 in the last 90 quarter units attempted, submission of satisfactory scores on the Graduate Record Examination , and two letters of recommendation from persons knowing their academic potential.
A grade point average of 3.0 or better is required from the combination of all courses included in the Formal Study Plan.
Admission to this program requires a minimum grade point average of 3.0 in the last 90 quarter units attempted, submission of satisfactory Graduate Record Examination scores, and two letters of recommendation from persons knowing their academic potential.
In place of the thesis as a culminating experience, students are required to complete a non-traditional Comprehensive Exam.
Prerequisite: Coursework to be completed and/or requirements to be met before taking the courseCorequisite: Course or courses that must be taken in a previous term or in the same termConcurrent: Course or courses that must be taken in the same termRecommended: Course with supporting content that is recommended, but is not required to be taken in a previous term or in the same term
The course description summarizes the purpose and key topical areas of the course, and includes special requirements if they exist.
Service Learning in the Health Professions.
Principles of ecology at the community level including the mechanism that structure ecological communities, and the quantitative methods used to study community ecology such as diversity metrics, community composition analyses, interaction strengths and the application of statistics to field and experimental studies.
Formal report and evaluation by work supervisor required.
Introduction to principles, examination of case studies, and practical application in outreach projects.
Biological Sciences
College description: The Biodiversity program is a multidisciplinary master program offered at the University at Albany.In addition to the MS degree in Biodiversity, Conservation Policy, students can earn certificates in Geographic Information Systems through the Geography and Planning, and in Professional Science Management in Biodiversity, Conservation Policy. The PSM certificate provides additional training in areas of management and public administration, preparing students for careen in conservation administration.Graduates enter careers with private and government organizations--local, state and national- involved in resource management, land conservation, education and research. Many of the university graduates have gone on to obtain PhDs.
Demonstration of English proficiency , where required
Application form and admission deposit
Official transcripts are only required upon admission.
If applicant do not have the names of three recommenders, indicate “TBD” on the recommender section in the application.
If applicant choose online recommendation submission, recommenders will automatically be sent the online recommendation form once applicant save their information in their application.
The statement of purpose is “the heart of the application”. Their statement should be focused, informative, and convey their research interests and qualifications.
The PhD Programs in Biology require that applicants present scores of the GRE General Test. GRE scores are valid for five years.
The University at Albany requires a non-refundable application fee in the amount of $75.
BS degree in Biology, Biochemistry or Molecular Biology from an accredited institution
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