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Master of Science in Biology

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

California State University Sonoma

Program Overview

The Master of Science degree in the Department of Biology is a thesis research program. Students complete course work that allows them to master the concepts and techniques of their chosen discipline. They also conduct original research under the direction of a member of the faculty, and write up their findings as a Master's Thesis. Typically, students take two to three years to complete their graduate degree requirements. Graduates of this program find themselves with an enhanced understanding of biology and first-hand experience in the practice of science.

Program Key Stats

$19009 (Annual cost)



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Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

An undergraduate degree in biology or equivalent, from an accredited institution with adequate preparation in mathematics (statistics or calculus), chemistry (general and organic), physics, A 3.0 GPA or higher, Evidence in letters of recommendation of potential for conducting independent and original research in biology, A score at or above the 50th percentile on each section of the General Examination of the GRE, TOEFL ibT of 80, IELTS of 6.5

Career Options

  • Biologist
  • Higher education lecturer
  • Microbiologist
  • Nanotechnologist
  • Physician associate
  • Secondary school teacher

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