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MS Biology at University of Vermont

University of Vermont, United States

Programme overview

Students pursue coursework and/or conduct their thesis research with Biology Graduate Program faculty in one or several biological sub-disciplines.

Department: Biology  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Burlington, VT, United States

What you will study

A total of 30 credits, 15 of which must be graded course credits. Students may take up to 3 credits of 3000- or 4000-level coursework for graduate credit with approval of the course instructor, the Director of Graduate Studies, and the Graduate College. Thesis research (6 to 15 credits) and successful defense of thesis are required. Required Courses (10 credits) Electives (Minimum of 5 credits chosen from the list below or other courses approved by studies committee)

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate College-wide: at least 2 letters of recommendation (individual programmes may require up to 3); applicants whose first language is not English need TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 110 minimum; admission tests, GPA and other criteria vary by programme.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applications go through the UVM Graduate College online application; deadlines vary by programme. The application fee is $65 for master's and doctoral programmes, $25 for CAS applicants to select programmes, and $20 for a Certificate of Graduate Study. At least two letters of recommendation are required by the Graduate College.

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