$45,033 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Master of Science [M.S] Biology
- MS in Biology at the University of Louisiana is offered as a 2-years program by the Department of Biology.
- This university is ranked #298-#389 among National Universities.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis only.
- Biology master’s degree is designed for students with a love of biology and a desire to learn more about the research and practical knowledge required for academic, research-intensive, or applied careers in biology.
- Much of the research effort in the Department of Biology is encompassed by the general areas of Marine Biology, Ecology and Evolution, and Cell and Molecular Biology.
- Research is central to the master's degree in biology, and there are opportunities to conduct research related to the location on the Louisiana coastline or work with professors on research across the globe.
- As a student in this biology master’s program, students will be able to work closely with the faculty to conduct research in areas ranging from biomedical to environmental and evolutionary biology, working in the field, in the lab, or both.
- With their close proximity to the Gulf of Mexico and the swamps of Louisiana, along with the multiple research centers located right here on UL Lafayette’s campus, earning the master’s in biology at UL Lafayette gives students access to a range of diverse opportunities and expertise.
- The MS program consists of 30 credits.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $42233 | $42233 |
| Health Insurance | $1500 | $1500 |
| Other Fees | $1300 | $1300 |
| Total Fees | $45033 | $45033 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 79 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 53 | 90 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in biology or equivalent from a recognized institution.
- A GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 is required to be eligible for the program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Students must complete an undergraduate degree with first-class in a relevant field from a highly ranked university in India.
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.