About the course

The primary purpose of the Master of Science in Genetics and Genome Sciences is to train students for a variety of careers in areas of genetics and genomics. The Master of Science degree in Genetics and Genome Sciences is available under Plan A (with thesis). Students must earn at least 30 credits, of which a minimum of 20 credits must consist of course work. 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: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	East Lansing
Summer (May), 2024	East Lansing
Fall (August), 2024	East Lansing
Spring (January), 2025	East Lansing
Summer (May), 2025	East Lansing
Fall (August), 2025	East Lansing
Spring (January), 2026	East Lansing
Summer (May), 2026	East Lansing

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Michigan State University

Applicants will be considered for admission by the Genetics and Genome Sciences Executive Committee. The criteria for admission include an undergraduate major in the biological sciences, acceptable grade-point average, a statement of objectives and three letters of recommendation. The Genetics and Genome Sciences Executive Committee will also consider requests for students to transfer from the Doctor of Philosophy in Genetics and Genome Sciences to this program.

　　TOEFL (iBT): no subscore below 19 for reading, listening, and speaking, no writing subscore below 22, with a minimum average score of 80

　　TOEFL (PBT): minimum average score of 550, no subscore below 52.

　　IELTS - Minimum average score of 6.5. No subscore below 6.0.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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