$15,944 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Master of Science [M.S] Molecular Biology
- The program from Grand Valley State University program prepares students for employment in life sciences or for doctoral-level or professional (medical, M.D./Ph.D.) programs.
- Program Overview
- The Professional Science Masters (PSM) in biotechnology offers a series of high-impact life science courses as well as training in biostatistics and bioinformatics. The PSM program also includes training in scientific communication, ethics and professionalism in science as well as such business-related skills as project management and business plans. An internship serves as the culminating experience.Located within a region quickly developing into an important center for biotechnology research, industry, and education.
- Rewarding internships are available at the Van Andel Research Institute, Michigan State College of Human Medicine, Spectrum Health Research Labs, Walter's Greenhouses, and other area organizations.
- Faculty members are actively engaged in research, much of it carried out with students.
- Laboratories provide students with experience using state-of-the-art equipment.
- The interdisciplinary core program of the PSM provides students with a cross-disciplinary perspective not possible within a single major.
- Career Options
- CMB prepares students for careers in:
- Biotechnology
- Life science research
- Intellectual property law
- Forensics
- Medicine
- Industry
- Pharmaceuticals
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $14750 | $14750 | $14750 | $14750 |
| Health Insurance | $438 | $438 | $438 | $438 |
| Books and supply | $756 | $756 | $756 | $756 |
| Total Fees | $15944 | $15944 | $15944 | $15944 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 80 | 120 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 53 | 90 | 3 |
- TOEFL: 80
- IELTS: 6.5
- MELAB: 77
- PTE: 53