Bachelor of Science [B.S] Biological Engineering
- Graduates of this Bachelor program have an excellent understanding of the complementary aspects of biology and engineering and work as professionals capable of implementing new ideas and technologies in complex biologically based industries. This degree program allows students to choose from three engineering areas of emphasis: biomedical, biochemical and environmental.
- The program meets critically important needs for engineering systems in the rapidly advancing field of biotechnology. Recent discoveries in biological sciences are providing new ways to beneficially manipulate biological systems ranging from individual cells to entire ecosystems. Engineers with expertise in biological systems are involved in the development, design and manufacture of products for the medical healthcare industry, understand and use techniques to modify and control biological systems needed in the chemical and biochemical industries including food production, pharmaceuticals and environmental protection and design processes and products that prevent pollution formation or remediate polluted environments.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $14415 | $14415 | $14415 | $14415 |
| Health Insurance | $2417 | $2417 | $2417 | $2417 |
| Compulsory Fees | $790 | $790 | $790 | $790 |
| Total Fees | $17622 | $17622 | $17622 | $17622 |
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 |
| SAT | Scholastic Aptitude Test | 1420 | 1600 | 1 |
| ACT | American College Testing | 32 | 36 | 1 |
At UGA, the only minimum score requirements in place are the ones required by the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia for admission to its research universities: that is, an SAT-CR of 430 and SAT-M of 400, or subscores of 17 on both the English and Math sections of the ACT.
Persons seeking admission to the University of Georgia Graduate School must hold a baccalaureate degree from an institution accredited by the appropriate regional accrediting association or its international equivalent prior to the expected semester of matriculation with the exception of University of Georgia undergraduate students enrolled in linked bachelors/masters programs. Applicants should be ranked in the upper half of their undergraduate class. Applicants are responsible for submitting application materials required for admission. These items include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Application for admission
- Application-processing fee
- Transcripts
- Entrance test scores
- Letters of recommendation
- Any supplemental material required by the department