The Master of Science program is designed to prepare graduates for careers in research and teaching; for employment in business, industry and government; for existing career advancement; and for continuing post-baccalaureate work in PhD and professional programs.

Students in the Biology Master of Science program work closely with research faculty in formulating and conducting an investigative research project, presenting at regional and national scientific conferences, networking, publication and grant writing, and developing professional and scientific skill sets.

Students specialize in fields ranging from cell and molecular biology to organismal to ecosystem level biology.