Master of Science in Biology

Graduate Students
Available at the Milledgeville Campus
Degree Requirements

Non-thesis Option
The biology master's non-thesis curriculum is designed for students who do not intend to pursue research oriented careers in science. Most of these students intend to pursue either a medical or teaching career. The primary mission of the non-thesis based Master of Science in biology degree is to provide students with the opportunity to enhance their academic profile, remove academic deficiencies, and to explore career options.

Thesis Option
The biology master's thesis curriculum is designed for students who intend to pursue research oriented careers in science. Many students who pursue this option move into Ph.D. programs elsewhere. Most of the others enter the professional workforce in a research oriented position. The primary mission of the thesis based master of science degree is to provide students with the thinking, knowledge, and technical skills they will need to succeed in their professional career.                      

Application Deadlines
July 1 - Fall Semester
Nov 15 - Spring Semester
April 1 - Maymester
April 1 - Summer Semester

Application for Admission – Students may Apply Online or Apply by Mail

A minimum of 30 hours of undergraduate biological sciences course work.

Transcripts
One official copy of all transcripts from undergraduate and graduate institutions should
be submitted at the time of application or at least eight weeks prior to the start of classes.

Standardized Tests
Biology requires the GRE (general test only) for admission with a minimum score of 800 (verbal and quantitative scores combined). To be granted regular admission status, the student needs a score of >=2300, computed as follows: (Undergraduate Grade Point Average x 500) + GRE Scores (Verbal + Quantitative -minimum 800) + 200 points per published scholarly work in biological science (maximum 400 points) + 50 points per paper/meeting (maximum 100 points) + 200 points for letter of support  100 points per master of science degree. The Biological & Environmental Sciences Department does not offer Provisional Admission.

Health Forms
Students are required to submit immunization records. 
The Certificate of Immunization (pdf) requires a physician's signature.

Information about Graduate Assistantships.

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