Biotechnology
    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    USD 7,930 / credit
    Apply DateApril 1, 2022
    Next IntakeJuly 5, 2024

    Biotechnology

    About

    Biotechnology is technology based on biology. By combining cellular and biomolecular processes, we can develop technologies and products that help improve our lives and the health of our planet.

    Modern biotechnology provides breakthrough products and technologies to combat debilitating and rare diseases, reduce our environmental footprint, feed the hungry, use less and cleaner energy, and have safer, cleaner and more efficient industrial manufacturing processes.

    Disciplines

    College of Science and Mathematics

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Freshmen applicants who do not meet automatic admission standards may be admitted to the university upon approval of the Undergraduate Admissions Appeal Committee. Freshmen approved by the Undergraduate Admissions Appeal Committee will participate in the Transition Studies leadership-based support program. In addition to an official high school transcript and official entrance exam scores, submit to the committee:

    • Two letters of recommendation
    • Statement of purpose answering the following prompts:
      • Why is A-State a good fit for you and your educational goals?
      • What are your academic and personal strengths and how do you plan to grow as a student at A-State?
      • What experiences outside of the classroom impact or had an impact on your academic performance.

    Documents must be submitted at least two weeks before the start of classes for the semester.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 43
    • IELTSMin 5.5
    • TOEFLMin 61

    English Program Requirements

    Test scores cannot be older than 2 years

    Currently accepting TOEFL, internet based at home test.

    Career

     Below is a list of jobs available for qualified Animal Science students:

    • Allied animal industries such as feed and equipment manufacturers, artificial breeding associations, pharmaceutical firms, meat processors, and food distributors employ animal scientists in various technical, managerial, administrative, public relations, and sales positions.  
    • Breeding and livestock marketing organizations employ animal scientists as field representatives, managers, consultants, market forecasters, and public relations specialists.  
    • Extension educators with animal sciences training find professional teaching positions as state and area livestock specialists and county agricultural agents.  
    • Food processors, meat packers, and related industries seek persons with meat science background for positions in management, product and process development, purchasing, quality assurance, technical and consumer services, advertising, and sales.  
    • Formal training in the basic animal sciences provides essential background for professional careers in veterinary medicine.

    Fee Information

    To calculate your tuition, multiply the tuition per credit hour rate and the required hourly fees by the number of hours you are taking for a given semester. If you meet any of the required term fee or additional fees criteria, add them to your total number.
    Application Fee 50

    How to Apply

    1. Make sure you meet ALL the requirements. To check admission criteria and requirements, click on your educational level to the left on what you intend to apply for.
    2. Fill out the online application by clicking  Apply Now and pay the $50 application fee. Application fees are NOT refundable.
    3. Upload documents in your application through your myDen page or mail in documents to our address on the left.

    Biotechnology

    Arkansas State University

    Arkansas State University

    United States of America

    United States of America, Jonesboro