Overview

At California State University, Fresno, the Biology Department offers a research-intensive Master of Science in Biology with the opportunity for specialization in several areas of study.

Among these areas are ecologically oriented field studies in fresh water, terrestrial, and marine environments; molecular, cellular, and developmental biology of plants, animals, and microbes; physiology of microbes, plants, and animals; entomology; microbiology; parasitology; botany; zoology; systematics; and animal behavior.

The program also prepares candidates for teaching biological science disciplines at the secondary and community college education levels.

The master's program provides a strong foundation for those seeking advanced education at universities offering the research doctorate (Ph.D.) or other professional degrees. The Biology Department has further informational materials available on request.

This Biology MSc program assumes preparation equivalent to a California State University, Fresno undergraduate major in biology. Students having undergraduate majors in fields other than the biological sciences may enter the program, but may reasonably expect additional requirements to produce equivalent preparation.

A master's candidate interested in pursuing marine science studies must meet California State University, Fresno Biology Department master's candidate requirements as well as those of MLML.

Such candidates are encouraged to consult the Biology Department's MLML coordinator for information and to read the MLML information presented at the end of the graduate information.

Student Facilities

The department is housed in a well-equipped science building. Among the specialized equipment and technologies available for students are

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) thermocyclers; apparati for conducting molecular and immunological analysis of nucleic acids and proteins;

genetic recombination, including use of electroporation and gene guns;

a bioinformatics computing laboratory;

a proteomics work station; cell and tissue culture facilities;

fermenters and bioreactors;

fluorescence, confocal and 4-D microscopes;

ultracentrifugation; radioactive materials methodologies;

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biology

Life Science

Plant Biology

Animal Biology

Microbiology

Human Anatomy and Physiology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

California, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit a Cal State Apply online and pay $55 USD (non-refundable) by credit card

English language proficiency

Original or certified copies of all university transcripts with literal English translation. Any coursework presented after an offer of admission is made will not be considered for credit

Financial document (no older than 6 months) & Affidavit of Support from sponsors showing the amount and source of support for a minimum of one school year of study

A copy of the biographic information/photo page in your passport

Three Letters of Recommendation (if applicable)

Official admission test score report (GRE* or GMAT*) - if applicable

Additional Documentation (if required by the department)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

8064 USD / year

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Out-of-State

8064 USD / year

≈ 8064 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

8064 USD / year

≈ 8064 USD / year

Additional Details

All out-of-state, non-resident, and international students will be charged Non-Resident Tuition Fees at $444.00 per unit, in addition to tuition and fees.

Living costs

California

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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