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Master of Science in Biological Sciences

Study Group - Florida Atlantic University - Boca Raton Campus

USA,Florida

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12 Months

Duration

CAD 18,483/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

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USA, Florida

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1961

Total Students: 30,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

777 Glades Road Boca Raton, FL 33431

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

Master of Science in Biological Sciences

Program Overview

For students who are interested in the life sciences, the Biology Department of Florida Atlantic University offers two Masters degrees (four options) and one Ph.D. degree (one core and two concentrations). Each program is tailored to the needs and interests of the student.

The Department of Biological Sciences also participates in an interdisciplinary, masters program designed to provide students with specialized training in Environmental Science. All of the departments in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science and the Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters participate in the program, as do several other colleges at Florida Atlantic University.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

5 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

12 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 18,483 per year

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

Living Cost in Study Group - Florida Atlantic University - Boca Raton Campus

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 - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 61
GRE
- Minimum Overall Score - 299.0 Minimum Verbal Reasoning - 151.0 Minimum Quantitative Reasoning - 148.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 90.0

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

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Undergraduate

Direct Admit –
Rest of South Asia / ELMEAP only
$500
Provider Study Group
Direct Admit
Up to $6,000
Provider Florida Atlantic
Summer/Fall Direct Admit –Application Required(1 April deadline)
President’s International: $6,000
Visit Scholarships & Funding | Florida Atlantic University (fau.edu)
President’s International: $6,000
Visit Scholarships & Funding | Florida Atlantic University (fau.edu)
Provider Florida Atlantic

Graduate

Direct Admit –Rest of South Asia / ELMEAP only
$500
Provider Study Group

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.