Overview

The Comparative and Molecular Biosciences program is unique within the University of Minnesota because it focuses on health that spans a wide range of species, from laboratory animals, companion animals, and livestock species to humans.

Key Features

The mission is to advance our understanding of the basic mechanisms of animal and human health and disease. The university includes many professional development opportunities so that graduates are prepared for careers as independent investigators and educators in:

Comparative animal biology and genetics

Molecular mechanisms of health and disease

Immunology and infectious diseases

Animal models of human disease

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Ethical Conduct of Animal Research

Mechanisms of Animal Health and Disease

Comparative Models of Disease

Comparative and Molecular Biosciences Seminar

Research and Literature Reports

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Minneapolis, United States

Disciplines

Biomedical Science Molecular Sciences View 261 other Masters in Biomedical Science in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.2

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application fees:

U.S. citizen / permanent resident ($75)

International ($95)

Resume or CV

Names and email addresses of three people who can comment on your academic and research skills

A complete application will require three letters of recommendation submitted by your recommenders via the application portal.

Personal statement of research experiences and interests

Unofficial transcripts or academic records from each post-secondary learning institution attended, including incomplete or partial academic records

English proficiency test scores (e.g. TOEFL, MELAB, or IELTS), if applicable

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

32706 USD / year

≈ 32706 USD / year
Out-of-State

32706 USD / year

≈ 32706 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

17595 USD / year

≈ 17595 USD / year

Living costs

Minneapolis

United States

1130 - 2045 USD / month

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Living costs

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