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Master of Arts in Biotechnology (STEM)

Roger Williams University - Bristol Campus

USA,Rhode Island

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18 Months

Duration

CAD 23,520/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 50 FREE

Application Fee

Aug 2025

Apply Date

USA, Rhode Island

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1956

Total Students: 6,500 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1 Old Ferry Rd, Bristol, RI 02809, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Arts in Biotechnology (STEM)

Program Overview

The Biotechnology Masters’ degree from Roger Williams (RWU) combines the strengths of the liberal arts—critical thinking, information synthesis, and effective communication—with customized interdisciplinary training in biotechnology, regulatory affairs, leadership, and management. This multifaceted training primes graduates to excel in a globalized biotechnology job market.

An internship is the capstone requirement for a Biotechnology Master's degree. Six credits correspond to 240 hours. Students work at companies in the biotechnology industry, at government agencies, or at other state or federal government offices. This targeted internship has the potential to turn into a built-in path to permanent employment.

Customized Interdisciplinary Training: Gain expertise in biotechnology, regulatory affairs, leadership, and management.
Internship Engaged Learning Capstone: Gain hands-on experience through a 6-credit biotechnology internship at leading companies, government agencies, or research institutions. Projects offer a range of experience such as basic research, business operations, industrial and biomedical sciences, regulatory affairs, and leadership.
Career Advancement: Prepare for a variety of roles in biotechnology, including research, management, regulatory affairs, and business development.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

18 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2025		Closed
aug 2025		Not Available
aug 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 50 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 23,520 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Roger Williams University - Bristol Campus

CAD 14,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 85
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 110.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's degree (e.g., Biology, Biochemistry, Marine Biology, Mathematics, Technology, or Engineering), or have relevant related work experience.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Roger Williams University strives to recognize students with superior academic achievement through the awarding of merit scholarships. The RWU International Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship for international students. Accepted international applicants are guaranteed a scholarship valued at 50 percent of standard tuition, housing and meals. This scholarship is annual and renewable. No separate application is necessary.

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.