Master of Science in Biology
at Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant

3.6 /5

(5 Reviews)

B+ Shiksha Grade
Public University
College of Science and Engineering

Master of Science in Biology
at
CMU
Overview

CMU`s College of Science and Engineering offers Master of Science in Biology Degree program. The duration of this program is 18 months. The tuition fees to pursue this program is USD 14355.0. IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE scores are accepted for admission to CMU Master of Science in Biology. Graduation cutoff for admission is CGPA - 3.0/4.

Duration	1.5 - 2 years
Course Level	PG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time
International Students Admission Website	Go to Website
Tuition & Fees	₹12.10 Lakh View full breakup
Type of University	Public
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Master of Science in Biology
at
CMU
Highlights

The program is designed to prepare students for careers in all areas of biology
The CMU Biological Station on Beaver Island is an approved residence center for graduate work in biology
It is possible to fulfill some course requirements at the Biological StationA number of graduate teaching assistantshipsStudents can choose either thesis or non-thesis option

Master of Science in Biology
at
CMU
Curriculum

Latest curriculum for Master of Science in Biology at CMU 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 CMU

Master of Science in Biology
at
CMU
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#801	Life Sciences THE (Times Higher Education), 2024

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Master of Science in Biology
at
CMU
Entry Requirements

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No specific cutoff mentioned

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CGPA - 3/4
Admission to the program requires:

a bachelor's degree or equivalent;

a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 overall and in biological science major;

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Percentage

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TOEFL

Marks - 79/120
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PTE

Marks - 53/90
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IELTS

Marks - 6.5/9
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GRE

No specific cutoff mentioned
NA

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ELP waiver: Successful completion of a course of study (e.g. high school diploma, associate degree, baccalaureate degree) at a recognized institution where the language of instruction is English Successful completion of 24+ graded, academic, post-secondary credits with a GPA of 2.50 at a recognized institution where the institution's language of instruction is English

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Master of Science in Biology
at
CMU
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

SOP

Statement of Purpose of at least 100 words and not to exceed two pages
The Statement of Purpose should explain their relevant academic and professional experiences, discuss the motivation for applying to the program, and describe their goals after completing the program

LOR

letters of recommendation
letters of recommendation from two to three people familiar with your academic abilities and suitability as a graduate student and teaching assistant (only Master of Science in Chemistry)

Resume

Step two

Additional documents required

Transcripts/individual mark sheets/diplomas
Proof of English proficiency
GRE (If required)
Copy of passport

Step three

Start your online application

https://www.cmich.edu/program/biology-ms

Step four

Application fees for this course

USD 50 = INR 4.21 Thousand

Mode of payment: Credit card

The university offers tuition payment plans which breaks tuition balance into affordable monthly payment

Master of Science in Biology
at
CMU
Fees

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 12,09,696

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 8,67,981
Insurance	INR 1,29,102
Miscellaneous Expenses	INR 2,94,945
Total approximate fees	INR 12,92,028

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 84.27 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 16ᵗʰ December 2024

Master of Science in Biology
at
CMU

Scholarships

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Central Michigan University
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.6/5

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Vibe of Campus

Friendly
Academically oriented
Easy going
Fun loving

Student Views

60% students never faced discrimination in this university

Internships2.8

Part time work3.3

Post study jobs4

Quality of faculty4.3

Student Life4.8

Value for money4.3

Public transportation2.8

Safety4.5

Indian Food2.3

Permanent Immigration3.3

Ashish Pushkar Verified Icon

Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2022

Offered by Central Michigan University

3.7

Have fun, don’t stress! Study, adopt and take meaningful steps.

Tips: There'll be cultural shock for sure be it's a different country. But calming yourself down will help a lot. Thinking before doing anything is always helpful. Make friends, don't take on your heart if someone is making fun of you, you can make fun as well. I'm satisfied with the university, country and course I have chosen for my Masters.

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2023Read more

Priyanka Saini Verified Icon

Master of Science in Administration - Project Management - Batch of 2023

Offered by Central Michigan University

Serenity but challenging

Tips: Campus is really huge so it's good for walking. College conducts a lot of activities so it's fun and students can enjoy. CMU could be the best option if you are looking for courses with reasonable fees and low living expenses. However, if someone is looking high standard and wanna see US life then I doubt CMU can be a good fit.

Likes (Student Life): Mount Pleasant city is mainly known for Central Michigan University so we only see people on main campus. There is nothing much to do outside campus. There is no single Indian restaurant in Mt Pleasant. However, there are places nearby where you can roam around but need to look for public transport if you don't have a private vehicle which is again a big problem. There is nothing much in Mt Pleasant but CMU is the main reason for being in Mt Pleasant. College conduct a lot of activities so students can enjoy their time in campus.

Dislikes (Public transportation): There is only one public transport iRide which has fixed spots for pickup and drop. For commute, need to schedule in advance and waiting time is too long. It's ok during summer but really challenging during winter because of snowfall. Most of graduates' classes are in evening and there is no public transport after 8 pm. After 8 pm there is only one which is at 10 pm and nothing in between 8-10 pm.

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2023Read more

Praneeth Pogula Verified Icon

Master of Science in Information Systems - Batch of 2024

Offered by Central Michigan University

3.2

The student life is very diverse and the faculty helps you to grow big in your professional life.

Tips: Initially, I came for the August 2022 intake and I stayed on campus for the first semester and had a lot of American friends over there and also made Indian friends in classes then moved off campus in the second semester which helped me save some money. People in Mount Pleasant are warm and welcoming, and there is no crime rate. We don't specifically have any scholarships for international students but I highly recommend students apply for graduate assistance as they will be selected if they score a good grade in the semester in all subjects so that they will be waving one subject fee in the next semester and it repeats every year if you continue as a graduate assistant. On a scale of 10, I would rate 8 for CMU in terms of university subjects, accommodation and the environment.

Likes (Quality of faculty): For Masters in Information Systems, we have highly qualified professionals who make understanding the subject very easy as they will clarify your doubts and also help you with the assignment doubts. The core structure will be divided into parts in such a way that from the understanding of the class you have to do assignments weekly and there will be tests every month all over the semester and one final exam. Every assignment and in-class activity will be evaluated and given a score at the end so I highly recommend not to miss any class. Here, I felt a different way of teaching style as compared to India. The professors at CMU will explain a topic and at the same time make you do the assignments based on the concepts they have told us so that we will be able to grasp them quickly and get hands-on experience on the topic.

Dislikes (Indian Food): Central Michigan University is located in Mount Pleasant. Here there are no Indian restaurants or stores where people from India can try so we have to rely on American food such as McD, Burger King etc. To have Indian food we have to travel to the nearest big city Lansing which is an hour's drive from Mount Pleasant or Detroit ( Farmington Hills ) which is a two-hour drive, where we can explore a lot of Indian cuisine and grocery stores, that is the reason why I chose one star for country food in Mount Pleasant. You can try Qdoba or Chipotle as these tastes will be the nearest to Indian food. A bowl will cost around 12- 20 $ depending on what your protein toppings are. As we don't have a lot of Indian options around Mount Pleasant we almost cook at home and invite friends over weekends to cook biryanis. Once every month we go outings to Lansing to have Indian food and watch movies.

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2024Read more

Sherly Nandha Verified Icon

Master of Science in Administration - Project Management - Batch of 2024

Offered by Central Michigan University

4.5

I like CMU and never thought I made a wrong decision.

Tips: Life here is not as shown in movies. Prepare for the worst and you will survive not only here but in any other part of the world. Part-time jobs take time but you need to be patient. You can apply from India and come over here and work immediately. The climate here is very cold be prepared when you arrive. You can buy winter clothes here so don't buy winter clothes or a laptop if you don't have one.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Faculty are approachable and they welcome any sort of disagreement in the class. I have fun attending and learning things, it is way different from India. The assignments are not heavy but still make your whole week busy. To meet the faculty you need to make a prior appointment and it's complex at times but the best thing is to get your doubts clarified once the class is finished. Faculty will spend extra time if you ask questions after class.

Dislikes (Indian Food): The place where I live doesn't have any Indian stores but the food can be managed if you can cook with what you get. Try to bring spices and a cooker from India and, if possible, avoid salt and sugar for immigration purposes. Food is not that big issue here you will adjust.

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2022Read more

Abhijeeth Reddy Bobbala Verified Icon

Master of Science in Information Systems - Batch of 2021

Offered by Central Michigan University

3.2

Hard to find part-time work.

Tips: Don't panic. The moment you enter the university seeing new people. Stay calm and join any student association they will help you in your hour of need. There are Indian stores nearby. There is so many Indian students association available. These are things students should know.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Most of the faculty in this university have high knowledge in their field. Some professors are doing research in their field that would benefit the students under the faculty. The faculty is very jovial and friendly with the students. They are supporting students in every way possible.

Dislikes (Part time work): Nowadays it is very competitive to get work. The only place you can do part-time is in college that too from 1st year 2nd sem. You will get that job only if your academics are high and with the connections you made with the seniors and with the faculty. Most of the cases getting part-time is hard.

Reviewed on 28 Nov 2022Read more

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