- Demonstrate rigorous application of scientific method
- Acquire and utilize scientific information from courses, training, and applicable literature relevant to the student's general area of biology (e.g. molecular/cellular biology, ecology, evolutionary biology).
- Conduct original research to the satisfaction of the student's thesis committee.
- Apply appropriate data analysis and/or modeling techniques to analyze, interpret, and draw inference from data that characterize biological and/or molecular systems.
- Create products (i.e., theses, published papers, conference presentations etc.) to effectively communicate outcomes of research in biological sciences to the scientific community and other audiences such as the general public and key stakeholders.
Master of Science in Biology at Boise State University
Master of Science in Biology at Boise State University
The Master of Science in Biology at Boise State University is a Full Time Master program offered at the university's main campus in Boise , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 2 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on August 21, 2026.
About Master of Science in Biology
Disciplines
College of Arts and Sciences
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Science in Biology at Boise State University
Entry Requirements
- Online application
- $95 application fee (non-refundable)
- Official transcripts or marksheets from all post-secondary institutions attended, as well as proof of any degrees earned
- Proof of English proficiency
- Photocopy of your passport name page
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 95
Fee Information
Application Fee 95
How to Apply
Once we have received all required items, the International Admissions Office will forward your application materials to your academic department for review. Please note that many graduate programs require additional application materials such as GRE results, letters of recommendation, and statements of purpose. Please verify your application requirements with your graduate program.
Timelines for application review vary and we are unable to advise on when you should expect to receive your decision. We advise all international graduate students to begin the process as early as possible to allow plenty of time for the visa application process.
If you are accepted to Boise State and plan to study on an F-1 student visa, you will need to submit a Financial Documentation Form and proof of sufficient funds in order to begin the process of applying for your student visa.
If you are currently studying in the U.S. on an F-1 Student Visa, you will also submit copies of your current I-20, visa, and I-94 after being accepted to Boise State. Additionally, you will need to contact your current institution to request transfer of your SEVIS record.
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Master of Science in Biology at Boise State University
Boise State University
United States of America, Boise