University of Michigan - Flint

University of Michigan-Flint

Biology (MS) - Admission Requirements

Admission Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in biology or related life science from an accredited institution
  • A minimum overall undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
  • A minimum grade point average of 3.0 in required prerequisite courses
  • Completion of the following prerequisites at an accredited university
    • Cell Biology
    • Ecology
    • General Physics
    • Genetics
    • Organic Chemistry
    • Statistics (recommended but not required)


Applicants who have completed a BS in Biology at UM-Flint automatically fulfill these prerequisites.
 

Application Process

To be considered for admission, an applicant must submit the following by the application deadline to the Office of Graduate Programs, 251 Thompson Library:

  • Application for Graduate Admission (apply online or with a paper application)
  • Application fee (non-refundable) payable to the University of Michigan-Flint
  • Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
  • GRE scores (general test) sent to the University of Michigan-Flint Institutional Code #1853
  • Statement of Purpose:  Include information on why you are interested in the MS in Biology program, pertinent background information, and long-term goals. Applicants interested in the thesis option should indicate 2-3 faculty members they would consider as potential thesis advisors.
  • Three letters of recommendation from individuals knowledgeable of the applicant’s potential for advanced academic study
  • International students must submit additional documentation

 

Application Deadlines

Application deadlines differ according to the option you choose (thesis or non-thesis research).  For guaranteed consideration for the thesis option, you must apply by the earlier deadline.  If space permits, additional students may be considered if you apply by the later deadline.

 Thesis Option  
 Fall (guaranteed consideration*)  March 1
 Fall (if space permits)  August 1
 Winter (guaranteed consideration)  August 15
 Winter (if space permits)  November 15
 Spring  March 15
 Summer  May 15

 Non-Thesis Option  
 Fall (early deadline*)  May 1
 Fall (final deadline)  August 1
 Winter  November 15
 Spring  March 15
 Summer  May 15

*You must apply by the early deadline to be eligible for scholarships, grants, and research asssistantships.

International students are required to apply earlier than the deadlines posted here. The final deadlines for international students are May 1 for the fall semester, September 1 for the winter semester, and January 1 for the spring term.

 

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