MS in Biological Sciences
North Dakota State University - Graduate School
Key Information
Campus location
Fargo, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 - 3 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 421 / per credit
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
Aug 2024
Introduction
The Department of Biological Sciences offers graduate study leading to Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees.
Ph.D. degrees are available in Biological Sciences, Genomics, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Environmental and Conservation Sciences, and STEM Education. Advanced work may involve specialized training in the following areas:
- aquatic biology
- behavior
- biology education research
- cell biology
- cancer biology
- conservation biology
- comparative biochemistry and physiology
- developmental biology
- ecology
- endocrinology
- evolution
- evolutionary ecology
- fisheries biology
- molecular biology
- plant biology
- population biology
- prairie pothole ecology
- wildlife biology
Student research and academic programs are tailored to individual needs and interests. Interdisciplinary approaches to biological problems are encouraged.
Major Advisor
Applicants must identify a potential faculty advisor when they apply to NDSU Graduate School. Generally, the major advisor is active in the field of research specified by the applicant. View a list of faculty and their research interests here.
Admissions
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Scholarships and Funding
Financial Assistance
Research assistantships and teaching assistantships are available. Applicants are considered on the basis of scholarship, potential to undertake advanced study and research, as well as financial need. A student must first be accepted by the Graduate School before consideration for financial assistance. Assistantships may include a waiver of tuition.