Graduate Biotechnology Program

The M.S. Biotechnology program prepares students for careers in broad fields related to biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, health care, as well as many others.

A science master's program is an interdisciplinary graduate degree which blends modern science education with components such as communication skills, management and business understanding, and analytical reasoning.

What type career opportunities are available for an M.S. scientist?

The present market is particularly strong for scientists of this caliber.  Some career opportunities include:

1. pharmaceutical companies
2. Technical/lab research public and private sectors
3. Business management/research public and private sectors
4. Instructor's positions in academia

Program Design/Point of Entry

The M.S. Biotechnology program is composed of two basic curriculum tracks, depending on point of entry.

1. Undergraduates in their junior or senior years can elect for a five year B.S. to M.S. Biotechnology curriculum.  
2. Applicants possessing a B.S. or B.A. in the life sciences can enter the two year, stand alone M.S. track.

 

Neither tracks do not require a written thesis.

Admissions Requirements

Entry for Undergraduate Students in five year program

General screening by an admissions committee from the Department of Science for this track typically takes place after year three if the student is a Marywood science major. 

Students in the five year program and in good academic standing (GPA of 3.0 minimum) are candidates for the graduate component in the fifth year.

Post-baccalaureate entry

A B.S. or B.A. in an Undergraduate major related to the life sciences is recommended. An undergraduate GPA of 3.00 or higher is expected. Prerequisite courses for the M.S. Biotechnology program include:

• one year of General Biology with lab, General Chemistry with lab, Organic Chemistry with lab
• One semester of Microbiology with lab, an upper-level Math (e.g.. calculus)
• One semester of upper level biology or chemistry with lab (e.g.. Immunology, Genetics, Biochemistry)

 

A completed application must include:

• Official, unopened transcripts from all undergraduate institutions attended.
• A GRE score
• Two letters of recommendation from professional references (former professors, work supervisors, et al.)
• A TOEFL score (if applicable)
• Essay (1-2 pages) describing the candidate's career objectives and how the M.S. Biotechnology degree will assist with such goals.
• A professional resume.

 

To be considered for the program, applicants are required to submit an application for admission on or before January 15th of the year prior to a summer or fall semester start date, along with a $30.00 application fee.  Each application is reviewed by the Department of Science Graduate Admissions Committee and notification of the committee's decision is communicated by the Marywood University Graduate Admissions office.

MS Biotechnology Program Requirements