Masters programs in Microbiology which do not require GRE - Updated 2021

Duke UniversityRanked 8 in Best National University.

Molecular Genetics and Microbiology

If applicant choose to enter self-reported test scores, official test scores will become a required component of their application.

University of Wisconsin-MadisonRanked 47 in Best National University.

Microbiology, Ph.D. University of Wisconsin-Madison

The student must apply for admission to MDTP by the program's yearly deadline and be admitted using the same criteria applied to other applicants.

To qualify for admission to the microbiology program, an applicant should have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a GPA of at least 3.0 that includes two semesters of biology ; one semester of genetics; four semesters of chemistry, including two semesters of organic chemistry with lab component; one semester of biochemistry; one semester of physics; and two semesters of calculus or one semester of calculus and one semester of statistics.

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Doctoral students are required to take a comprehensive preliminary/oral examination after they have cleared their record of all Incomplete and Progress grades

All doctoral students are required to complete a minor.

Professional Development is a required part of the MDTP curriculum. Students are required to perform a second semester of teaching practicum, carry out an internship for as long as one semester, take at least 2 credits of coursework from the list of approved classes or through the Delta Program, or perform other professional development activities equivalent to 2 semester hours of coursework as judged by the thesis committee.

All MDTP students are required to complete a Teaching Practicum.

The University of Texas at AustinRanked 53 in Best National University.

FAQs

The Biochemistry graduate program does not require the GRE exam. GRE scores will not be considered by the admissions committee.

University of DelawareRanked 76 in Best National University.

Microbiology Graduate Program

MS students are required to take 8 credits from the core curriculum , 12 credits chosen from the electives relevant to their concentrations, 4 research credits and 6 thesis credits, for a total of 30 credits.

PhD students are required to take 12 credits from the core curriculum , 15 credits chosen from the electives relevant to their concentrations, and 9 dissertation credits, for a total of 42 credits.

Current Topics in Microbiology: Seminar : Exposure to the breadth of research including microbiology from external and internal speakers; required presentation on the student’s research project will foster oral communication and professional development.

A completed University of Delaware Graduate Studies application. In the application, prospective students should indicate clearly whether they are applying for the MS or the Ph.D. program.

Graduate Record Examination Scores are not required for domestic applicants. Subject GRE scores are not required.

A minimum of 3.0/4.0 is required in the major.

Three letters of recommendation from individuals with knowledge of the applicant’s research experience, academic preparation and potential ability as a graduate student.

International students must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL scores more than two years old cannot be considered official.

Applicants should provide evidence of research experience in their personal statement and on their curriculum vita.

University of Massachusetts-AmherstRanked 76 in Best National University.

Microbiology Department at UMass Amherst

All graduate students are required to take the Departmental Seminar as part of their course load.

GRE scores are no longer required for any of the Microbiology degree tracks.

Saint Louis UniversityRanked 99 in Best National University.

Plant Insect Microbial Sciences

Fall deadline: Flexible, December 15 for greatest financial aid consideration

Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.

Please note that hard copies of official transcripts are not required until applicant are accepted into the program.

The GRE score is not required for admission into the university program, however, the score will be considered if submitted.

Official TOEFL scores, if applicant are from a country where English is not an official language.

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

Requirements and Instructions

All materials will be collected via the university online application system. No paper application materials will be accepted.

All components of the application must be submitted electronically for both domestic and international applicants. Please note that there is no need to submit official transcripts or test scores as part of the preliminary application process.

Application form - applicant must create an account here to apply.

Unofficial transcripts - An unofficial copy of their transcript from each college and university attended is required.

If applicant are applying to the MS program in Genetic Counseling or the MS and PhD programs in Medical Physics, applicant must be able to provide their GRE scores to apply.

Application fee - A $50 application fee is required.

CV/Resume - A CV or resume is required and should include academic honors, awards received in college, employment history, internships, summer research programs, education history, etc.

The Research Statement is required if applicant are applying to the PhD program and MS program in Biomedical Sciences.

Each letter must be on institutional letterhead and signed by the recommender.