Overview

The Biology Master is offered by California State University San Bernardino. The general goal of the program is to provide the student with opportunity for improvement of competence, development of the ability to continue self-directed study, and development of intellectual responsibility in preparation for professional leadership in biology.

Key Facts

It is required for students to enter the program with the support of a major advisor. Therefore, students are responsible for contacting potential major advisors and encouraged to do so before applying to the program. The student in consultation with the major advisor will develop a program of specific courses and an acceptable thesis research proposal. The program plan and thesis proposal, as well as any subsequent modification, must be approved by the Thesis Graduate Committee and the Dean of Graduate Studies to advance to candidacy. Degree is granted upon completion and acceptance of the final thesis by the major advisor, Thesis Graduate Committee, and the Dean of Graduate Studies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Ethics in Biological Research

Biostatistics and Experimental Design

Writing in the Biological Sciences

Literature in Biology

Experimental Design
Biostatistics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Bernardino, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Admittance into the program requires acceptance into the research laboratory of a full-time faculty member in Biology who will serve as the student's thesis advisor. Applicants are encouraged to contact prospective advisors before submitting your application regarding the availability of Master student positions;
Baccalaureate degree in biology or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning;
Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 3.0 in all biology and supporting coursework in chemistry, physics, and mathematics;
Submission of scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General test. Scores are used in the evaluation process;
Submission of a one-page, typewritten personal statement to the Department of Biology Graduate Committee.
Submission of three letters of recommendation from people who are in a position to make relevant comments on the student's intent and potential for success in the M.S. program.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

15515 USD / year

≈ 15515 USD / year
Out-of-State

15515 USD / year

≈ 15515 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8064 USD / year

≈ 8064 USD / year

Living costs

San Bernardino

United States

1000 - 1795 USD / month

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

Funding

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