Master of Science in Biology: Pre-Professional Track—30 hours
Both the Pre-Professional and General Biology tracks require 30 credit hours and a final GPA of 3.0 to graduate. Students should complete the 30 hours over two semesters, typically taking 15 hours in the fall and 15 hours in the spring. This sequence includes a 2 hour required course in the fall, Career Development in Biology, and a 2 hour required Graduate Project in both the fall and spring, leading to the completion of a nonthesis final paper. At least two courses during the fall and spring terms should include the accompanying lab section. Students may take additional laboratory sections if space permits.
Each student will choose a mentor who will work closely with the student to select appropriate courses. The mentor will also work with the student throughout the Graduate Project courses to complete the non-thesis final paper.
Degree Requirements
Required Courses
Fall Semester: Select 3 courses from the following
2 of the selected courses must have a lab component.
Spring Semester: Select 3 courses from the following
At least one of the selected courses must have a lab component.
BIO 597 may be considered if applicable.