M.S in Biological Science
at California State University, East Bay, Hayward

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M.S in Biological Science
at
CSUEB
Overview

College of Science at CSUEB offers M.S in Biological Science. The 18 months Degree course has primary stream as Science. The CSUEB tuition fees for international students is USD 16631.0. The Degree course offered by the at CSUEB requires IELTS and TOEFL. Graduation cutoff for admission is CGPA - 2.5/4.

Duration	1.5 - 2 years
Course Level	PG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time
International Students Admission Website	Go to Website
Tuition & Fees	₹14.41 Lakh View full breakup
Type of University	Public
Official Career Service Website	Go to Website

M.S in Biological Science
at
CSUEB
Fees

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 14,40,577

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 13,31,523
Insurance	INR 1,78,697
Transportation	INR 1,06,802
Books and Course Materials	INR 89,132
Miscellaneous/Personal	INR 2,13,692
Application fee	INR 6,063
Total approximate fees	INR 19,25,909

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 86.62 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 23ʳᵈ December 2024

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M.S in Biological Science
at
CSUEB
Curriculum

Latest curriculum for M.S in Biological Science at CSUEB can be downloaded from the below link. The curriculum PDF has semester wise course structure, electives and detailed course content. You can also check course curriculum of other specializations offered in MS at CSUEB

M.S in Biological Science
at
CSUEB
Entry Requirements

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No specific cutoff mentioned

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CGPA - 2.5/4
Applicants should

possess a degree in any field in the biological sciences.

Possess a 4-year baccalaureate degree from an accredited Institution.

Possess an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or greater (A=4.0).

Possess a GPA of 2.5 in the last 60 semester (90 quarter) units attempted.

Prerequisites:-

year of introductory biology

A year of general chemistry

A quarter/semester of organic chemistry

A quarter/semester of calculus

A quarter/semester of biochemistry

Recommended requirements:-

Possess an overall GPA greater than 2.75 in all undergraduate work.

Possess a GPA of 3.0 or greater in upper division biology courses.
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TOEFL

Marks - 80/120
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IELTS

Marks - 6.5/9
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California State University, East Bay offers conditional admission to CSUEB undergraduate programs to students who are academically qualified, but have not met the CSUEB's English proficiency requirement at the time of application. These students are issued a conditional admission letter to CSUEB and required to attend the ALP Intensive English Program until they meet the language requirement (IELTS or TOEFL). Eligibility for Conditional Admission Applicants must meet the following CSUEB admission requirement: For First-time Freshmen: 12 years Elementary and Secondary schooling with a 3.0 grade point average (G.P.A.) or B Diploma or Certificate of Completion of secondary education
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M.S in Biological Science
at
CSUEB
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

SOP

Submit Statement of Purpose (2-3 pages). Save as a word or PDF file.

LOR

Submit Name, title, work and email address for three individuals that can comment on your academic record, research experience (if any), ability to work as a team and your integrity in the form of a letter of recommendation. If you already have a thesis advisor (on or off-campus), this person should be included as one of the three individuals and should submit a letter of recommendation that indicates that he/she is willing to supervise your Master of Science research.

Step two

Additional documents required

Unofficial Transcript. A scan or print screen of your unofficial transcript from your degree granting institution is sufficient. Save as a JPEG or PDF file.
List or table of science courses taken. Save as an Excel, Word or PDF file. Include all Biology, Math, Chemistry, Physics, and Statistics courses taken. Indicate institution, course #, descriptive title, grade, and year taken.
Official ELP Score Report
Evidence of Financial Support

Step three

Start your online application

https://www.calstate.edu/apply

Step four

Application fees for this course

USD 70 = INR 6.06 Thousand

Students can pay tuition fee through payment plan

Step five

Application deadline

Fall (Aug): 1st May

Spring (Jan): 1st Oct

*The dates specified are tentative dates as per the previous year records. Our expert counselors can help with exact deadline date. Connect with the expert now!

M.S in Biological Science
at
CSUEB
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#273	National University US News & World Report, 2025

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M.S in Biological Science
at
CSUEB
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2022)
Internship Available	Yes, The internship is part of the curriculum

California State University, East Bay
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.8/5

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Vibe of Campus

Friendly
Easy going
Multi-dimensional
Fun loving

Student Views

80% students never faced discrimination in this university

Internships4

Part time work3.5

Post study jobs3.5

Quality of faculty4

Student Life4.3

Value for money4.3

Public transportation3.8

Safety4

Indian Food3.5

Permanent Immigration3.8

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M.S in Business Analytics (STEM) - Batch of 2025

Offered by California State University, East Bay

2.4

Decent college with Bay area advantage.

Tips: Before coming to this college, I suggest that you connect with alumni or current students. Talk to people who work on campus, are involved in clubs, or even those who are not active in such areas. This will give you a well-rounded perspective about the college. If you are coming for a STEM degree, you will find that most of the students are Indian. It is easy to make friends and find a community that feels familiar. Overall, the college is okay if your primary goal is to earn a degree. While it provides a solid foundation, everything else—like finding internships, jobs, and building a career—will depend on your own efforts.

Likes (Value for money): The coursework at this college is somewhat aligned with industry standards, but it could be improved. The college is just average, but its location in the Bay Area adds a lot of value by providing access to good networking and career opportunities.

Dislikes (Part time work): It's hard to get an on-campus job, especially if you don't live on campus. The process is slow and you have to be persistent to even have a chance. Even after all the effort, opportunities are limited. Off-campus options are better, but they heavily depend on networking and the number of applications you send out. The job market is competitive, and it feels like a numbers game. If you manage to get a job, balancing it with the academics is manageable. Most on-campus employers consider your class schedule before hiring you, and since classes are usually in the evening, it's easy to plan around them.

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2025Read more

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M.S in Business Analytics (STEM) - Batch of 2022

Offered by California State University, East Bay

4.6

US student's life at a glance!

Tips: Students do feel the transition after coming here. There's totally different environment here in the US, students will undergo a cultural shift but here in California, it's good. Plenty of food options from India be it north Indian or south Indian you'll find a variety but It'll be a bit expensive so students mostly prefer to cook on their own. Before coming here at least learn the basics of cooking which will deal with your survival here. The course is good and detailed but don't expect that the university will do everything for you! You'll have to keep on constantly brushing up your skills while studying at the university. You'll find part time jobs here as well and will make ends meet. There is career advising centre but don't rely on it completely as it'll be the guiding light but you'll need to prove yourself at every step.

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2023Read more

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M.S in Business Analytics (STEM) - Batch of 2023

Offered by California State University, East Bay

4.6

Decent college for people who radiate skills.

Tips: The university ranking doesn't matter. Your skills do and it's the same case everywhere you go. Competition has leveled up. Almost everyone is doing masters for easy money. College can only help you get some theoretical knowledge but in the end, practical knowledge is used in any company you need to earn it yourself.

Likes (Indian Food): I am from India, and here in California bay area we have plenty of options for Indian cuisine, everything, and anything. We get all kind of food from tandoori to chai, naan and malai kofta around places like fremont or milpitas or San Francisco. It's expensive though but once in a while is okay

Dislikes (Post study jobs): There are plenty of options available to hunt for post study jobs but only if the student is very hardworking or smart working or knows how to get his way out of difficult situations alone. Everyone nowadays has kind of similar resume. So what makes you unique, that's all that matters.

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2022Read more

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M.S in Engineering Management - Batch of 2023

Offered by California State University, East Bay

3.8

A huge campus with every basic facility.

Tips: The university is stress free. It is decent for students opting in for scholarships, because I have seen students in undergraduate programmes studying here for free from India. Apply living on campus, it is a bit expensive but everything is included so it hardly makes any difference. You will make new friends from different countries around the World.

Likes (Value for money): Most affordable University in California. They also provide scholarships, so apply beforehand. Living on campus is a little bit expensive. Gas and groceries are expensive too. On the other hand, everything is included in tuition fees, i.e. gym, wellness center, library and high speed Wi-Fi.

Dislikes (Indian Food): There is no Indian grocery store near by. You have to take two buses and Bart. Food delivery is very expensive and taste of Indian food is not up to the mark. If you are living off campus in the city, then you will find more Indian options, although it is far from the University.

Reviewed on 29 Sep 2022Read more

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- Batch of 2015

3.9

My home away from home.

Tips: Being an Indian, you're going to experience a couple of culture shocks but you'll adjust eventually. The college is better than most colleges there and there's also a diverse population. The college can be confusing and feel odd at first especially compared to our Indian colleges.

Likes (Student Life): The student life there is much more unrestricted than compared to the dorms in India. This allowed me to experience a lot more than I would have here in India. The safety is better there as well so its easier for a female to stay out till late. There's also less judgment from people around there.

Dislikes (Value for money): Compared to the student fee in India, the fee here can be high. It often takes multiple years to pay a loan off, if one decides to take one. The cost of activities otherwise and purchasing your own items can be expensive as well. While the quality of life is better here, it is also expensive especially with the growing crowd.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2022Read more

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M.S in Biological Science
at
CSUEB
Highlights

The Master of Science degree in Biological Science offers students the opportunity to obtain advanced academic and research experience in specialized areas
Biological science is an exciting field offering students numerous options for rewarding careers and scientific advancement
The M.S. in Biological Science is a research-based thesis program that provides students with opportunities to develop and complete research projects to enhance advancement and career opportunities in biology
It requires 30-semester units of coursework