Sample Degree Plan
Biology, MS - Comprehensive Exam Option Sample Degree Map
The Master of Science in Biology program requires completion of 30 credit hours of graduate-level courses. Thesis and Comprehensive Exam options are available.
Admission Requirements
- Cumulative GPA 2.75 (3.0 preferred)
- Online application
- Résumé
- Statement of Intent
- Recommendation letters (2)
- Undergraduate transcripts
Background Preparation
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Life Science from an accredited institution
- Demonstrated motivation and training needed to succeed in graduate study
- Supporting science background includes physics, statistics, calculus and organic chemistry
Sample Degree Plan
First Semester
| Course | Credits | |
| BIOL 534 | Animal Behavior | 3 |
| BIOL 511 | Graduate Research Methods | 3 |
| BIOL 590 | Graduate Seminar | 1 |
| TOTAL | 7 |
Second Semester
| Course | Credits | |
| BIOL 550 | Biological Conservation | 3 |
| BIOL 521 | Graduate Science Communication | 3 |
| BIOL 590 | Graduate Seminar | 1 |
| TOTAL | 7 |
Third Semester
| Course | Credits | |
| BIOL 524 | Aquatic Biology | 3 |
| BIOL 550 | Cardiovascular Physiology | 3 |
| 5xx-6xx | Graduate Elective | 3 |
| TOTAL | 9 |
Fourth Semester
| Course | Credits | |
| BIOL 550 | Cancer Biology | 3 |
| BIOL 580 | Molecular Biology of Disease | 3 |
| BIOL 590 | Graduate Seminar | 1 |
| TOTAL | 7 |