Master of Science [M.S] Microbiology and Molecular Genetics
The Graduate Program in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics (abbreviated as the MMG program) is part of a large, diverse, and highly interactive community of biological scientists that form the Graduate Program in Molecular Biosciences at Rutgers University and Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. This consortium is currently made up of five graduate programs from the two adjacent universities and functions to coordinate the recruitment, admissions, and first year core curriculum of Ph.D. students, as well as helping our students in selecting Ph.D. research advisers from among the more than 200 faculty members on campus. The MMG Program currently has approximately 121 faculty members from a number of departments in the areas: molecular genetics and microbial physiology; virology and pathogenic microbiology; applied, environmental and industrial microbiology; and computers in molecular biology. Additional or alternative studies are designed to meet individual needs. Thus graduate students have the opportunity to select additional study areas in their work.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $15072 | $15072 |
| Total Fees | $15072 | $15072 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 83 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 7 | 9 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 68 | 75 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- The MS Program is targeted to US citizens and permanent residents (green card holders).
- The most appropriate undergraduate preparation is a concentration in biology (molecular, cellular, developmental, or microbiology), biochemistry, or chemistry (organic, analytical, or physical).
- Applicants are also expected to have an adequate background in calculus and physics.
- Superior ability needs to be demonstrated by grade-point average (minimum G.P.A. of 3.0) and letters of recommendation.
- GREs Preferred for Masters: Applicants may be admitted without submitting GRE scores, however, the program strongly encourages applicants to submit scores.
Indian Eligibility:
- TOEFL scores are required of students from countries in which English is not the native language.
- GRE general test is not required.
- Curriculum Vitae (resume)
- One transcript from each post-secondary institution attended.
- Three letters of recommendation