Master of Science [M.S] (Biology)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
₹27.7 L/Yr
$33,452 /Yr
- The Biology Department of University of Virginia offers graduate training leading to Master of Arts and Master of Science in Biology degrees.
- The scientific training provided by the Master's degree introduces students to areas of basic research in which they might subsequently pursue Ph.D. training; or, as a terminal degree, the M.S./M.A. provides an essential academic credential to enter research careers in industry or non-research careers in secondary education, law, science policy, or conservation.
- A carefully planned and conscientiously executed Master's degree program can be completed successfully in approximately 2.5 years.
- All requirements for the Master’s degree in Biology must be completed by the end of the fifth year of study.
- Biology students working toward a Master's degree are required to complete 30 credits of graduate-level course work, including a minimum of 24 credits of graded coursework comprised of 4 graded lecture or laboratory courses and one colloquia or journal club.
- Successful defense of a written thesis is required, with the M.S. thesis based primarily on independent laboratory research and the M.A. thesis based primarily on independent research.
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | ₹2772836 (USD 33452) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Living Expenses | ₹1506609 (USD 18176) |
| Transportation | ₹331560 (USD 4000) |
| Health Insurance | ₹274200 (USD 3308) |
| Books and supply | ₹150694 (USD 1818) |
| Total Cost | ₹2263063 (USD 27302) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must complete a 4-year bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited university.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Students must complete a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
GRE score is not required for taking admission in this session.
Required Document List
Following are the required Documents:
- Resume/CV - This provides a summary of a student's experience and skills.
- Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
- Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
- Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
- Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
- English Language Requirement - This shows the test score of English Proficiency Exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE, etc.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Bharat Petroleum Scholarship 2020 | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyApprenticeship | TypeTuition-Fee-Waiver | |
| Innovation in Education Scholarship - La Tutors 123 | Scholarship per student₹ 41,445/Yr$500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| (ISC)² Women’s Cybersecurity Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Comindware Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 3.3 L/Yr$4,000 | Level Of StudyApprenticeship | TypeMerit-Based |
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