About the course

The microbiology major is an interdepartmental major that offers educational opportunities in various areas of microbiology leading to a bachelor of science degree in microbiology. The training offered is suitable for a professional career in microbiology, which may lead to employment in the food industry, clinical microbiology, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals, or federal agencies such as the Food and Drug Administration, U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Public Health Service, and Environmental Protection Agency. The program is also suitable as preparation for graduate studies leading to academic careers and professional careers in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, pharmacy, and health-related fields. (Completion of the microbiology baccalaureate degree program does not automatically fulfill the admission requirements for application to a given professional program. Students considering application to a professional program are strongly encouraged to work with their advisor to ensure that admission requirements are met during completion of the microbiology degree.) Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2021	Lincoln
Spring (January), 2024	Lincoln
Summer (May), 2024	Lincoln
Fall (August), 2024	Lincoln
Spring (January), 2025	Lincoln
Summer (May), 2025	Lincoln
Fall (August), 2025	Lincoln
Spring (January), 2026	Lincoln
Summer (May), 2026	Lincoln

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Nebraska - Lincoln

In addition to the online application, International Freshmen students are required to submit:

　　Secondary school transcript

　　Secondary school certificate/diploma

　　English proficiency scores

　　Bank statement

　　TOEFL Internet-Based 70 (20 Writing Subscore)

　　TOEFL Paper-Based* 523 composite

　　IELTS 6.0 composite (5.5 Writing Subscore)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 70.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Nebraska - Lincoln. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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