Biology, M.S.
at Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago

Public University
Department of Biology

Biology, M.S.
at
NEIU
Overview

NEIU`s Department of Biology offers Biology, M.S. Degree program. The 18 months course of Biology, M.S. is offered by the NEIU. To pursue Degree Biology, M.S. fees for international students is USD 17480.0. The NEIU Biology, M.S. requirement for international students are IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE. Graduation cutoff for admission is CGPA - 2.75/4.

Duration	1.5 - 2 years
Course Level	PG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time
International Students Admission Website	Go to Website
Tuition & Fees	₹15.14 Lakh View full breakup
Type of University	Public
Official Career Service Website	Go to Website

Biology, M.S.
at
NEIU
Fees

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 15,14,118

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 8,25,142
Transportation	INR 1,46,561
Books and supplies	INR 1,55,916
Personal expense	INR 4,78,662
Mandatory fee	INR 1,38,765
Total approximate fees	INR 17,45,046

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 86.62 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 19ᵗʰ December 2024

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Biology, M.S.
at
NEIU
Entry Requirements

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No specific cutoff mentioned

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CGPA - 2.75/4
A Bachelor’s degree in Biology or the course equivalent

The undergraduate course work must include both the Biology and related science courses (Chemistry, Physics and Math) that are standard components of the Biology major: two semesters each of General Biology, General Chemistry and Physics, and one semester each of Cell Biology, Ecology, Genetics, Organic Chemistry and Precalculus Mathematics or Statistics. General Education courses cannot be used to satisfy the Biology or cognate area requirements

An overall undergraduate GPA of 2.75, with a GPA of 3.0 in the undergraduate biology courses, is required for full admission to the program

Undergraduate students who have not yet completed the Bachelor’s degree are welcome to apply. Acceptance will be contingent on completion of the undergraduate degree and submission of official transcripts to the College of Graduate Studies and Research indicating that the degree was conferred
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TOEFL

Marks - 79/120
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PTE

Marks - 58/90
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IELTS

Marks - 6.5/9
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GRE scores are not required for admission, but they may be submitted to supplement an application

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International applicants who do not meet the English language proficiency minimum scores for graduate admission, but who meet all other academic requirements, may be considered for conditional admission in conjunction with School for the Advancement of English Language and Learning (SAELL). SAELL provides training for international students to meet the English language proficiency requirement
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Biology, M.S.
at
NEIU
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

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Two letters of recommendation from academic references (such as former or current professors) or work-related supervisors who are able to assess the applicant’s potential for advanced graduate study

ESSAYS

An essay addressing three subject areas: 1. what public health means to you, 2. what areas of public health interest you and, 3. how a degree in public health will support or advance your career goals (For Master of Public Health)

Step two

Additional documents required

Official transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended
Submit a typed, 1-2 page statement of Goals and Objectives. This statement must be written by the applicant to demonstrate their writing skills (For MS Biology course)
Proof of English language proficeincy
GRE/GMAT scores, if required
Bank letter(s) from each sponsor’s financial institution, if any
Copy of passport photo page
Financial statement

Step three

Start your online application

https://apply.neiu.edu/apply/

Step four

Application fees for this course

USD 30 = INR 2.6 Thousand

Mode of payment: Credit card, Debit card, Wire money transfer

Payment can be made in three or four equal installments in each semester

Step five

Application deadline

Summer (May): 1st Mar

Fall (Aug): 1st June

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!

Biology, M.S.
at
NEIU
Highlights

The Master of Science in Biology program serves those interested in advanced training in applied or basic biological research and teaching
The program also provides a basis for further graduate or professional studies
The M.S. in Biology is broadly based, allowing students to tailor their courses to suit their interests
Faculty in the M.S. in Biology program have expertise in a range of sub-disciplines including Ecology, Organismal, Cell, and Molecular Biology
Upon completion of the M.S. in Biology program students will have:-
a strong understanding of disciplines across the breadth of Biology and a deep understanding of select Biology sub-disciplines
developed the knowledge base necessary to critically evaluate research methods, data, and results, either produced by them or published in the primary literature
developed strong research design and laboratory/field research skills