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Graduate Pathway in Biotechnology (2-Semester Pathway) Leading to Master of Science in Biotechnology

INTO Group - The University of Alabama at Birmingham

USA,Alabama

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 31,670/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

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USA, Alabama

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1969

Total Students: 22,560 +

Int. Students: 1,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1720 University Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35294, United States

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

Graduate Pathway in Biotechnology (2-Semester Pathway) Leading to Master of Science in Biotechnology

Program Overview

Students who successfully complete an INTO UAB Graduate Pathway program in Biotechnology are assured progression to a UAB graduate biotechnology degree program upon submission of additional required application materials. After successfully completing the Pathway program, you are guaranteed to enter the graduate degree program. This transition to university from an INTO program is called progression.

Biotechnology
Biotechnology is responsible for a lot—from beer, cheese, and bread to biofuels and many other modern breakthroughs. At UAB, we can teach you the fundamentals of biotechnology and how to develop and launch new products and technology.
As a matter of fact, one of our most important goals is to help you make your ideas a reality. To do this, we'll enroll you in classes that are divided into categories such as principles of biotechnology, applications in biotechnology, bench to commercialization, and professional skills. But that's just the beginning. We believe real-world experience is critical, and you're going to get plenty of it. There'll be guest speakers who have discovered innovative technologies and created new products. Plus, we're going to put you to work with actual biotech companies so you can help develop real solutions.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Postgraduate Pathway

Application Processing Days

42 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Closed

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 31,670 per year

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

Living Cost in INTO Group - The University of Alabama at Birmingham

CAD 15,000 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 - 5.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 65
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 44.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 95.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 55.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
Undergraduate Scholarships: Regional scholarship Progression scholarship International scholarship IB scholarship Graduate Scholarships: Regional scholarship	Undergraduate Scholarships: Regional scholarship • Limited availability on a first-come, first-served basis. • Applicable to International Year One or Undergraduate Transfer Program enrollments. • A personal statement or scholarship interview may be required for some regions. Progression scholarship Achieve a minimum GPA of 3.75+ during International Year One or University Transfer Program to qualify for $3,000 per year. • Maintain consecutive enrollment at UAB as a full-time degreeseeking student in an approved undergraduate program. • Renewable as long as student remains in good academic standing, maintaining a GPA of 3.75+. International scholarship • No scholarship application required, qualified applicants automatically considered; must begin program within 12 months of secondary school graduation. • Must apply and be accepted by The University of Alabama at Birmingham no later than May 1 (August intake), and November 1 (January intake). • Minimum GPA of 3.0+ upon completion of a high school or secondary school outside of the USA. • Applicable to full-time first-year Direct-Entry undergraduate international enrollments. • Study gap from high school graduation must be within 2 years. • Must currently reside outside of the USA, be non-immigrant and non-resident status, and require a F-1 visa. • Must not have enrolled in post-secondary work. LINK: https://www.uab.edu/admissions/cost/scholarships/international-students IB scholarship • Must submit scholarship application to UAB by March 1 • Awarded IB Diploma • Applicable to full time direct entry undergraduate international enrollments • Eligible candidates will be awarded a $1,000 scholarship that will be automatically upgraded to $2,500 after final IB scores are received • Student with government scholarships or other external support are not eligible for this award LINK: https://www.uab.edu/admissions/cost/scholarships/international-students Graduate Scholarships: Regional scholarship • Limited availability on a first-come, first-served basis. • Applicable to Graduate Pathway or Integrated Master's program enrollments. • A personal statement or scholarship interview may be required for some regions.	Regional scholarship-$6,000 ($1,500-$6,000 per year ($9,000 max for 3-semester Pathways)) Progression scholarship-$3,000 ($3,000 per year ($9,000 in total)) International scholarship-$7,500 ($7,500 per year (up to $30,000 in total)) IB scholarship-$2,500 ($2,500 per year (up to $10,000 in total)) Graduate Scholarships: Regional scholarship-$6,000 ($1,500-$6,000 per year ($9,000 max for 3-semester non-background Pathways))

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.