Master of Biological Sciences at Fordham University

Fordham University

United States of America, Manhattan

University Rank:#1001

International students can study the Biological Sciences at Fordham University at its main campus in Manhattan , United States of America. This Master degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 2 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 30, 2027.

About Master of Biological Sciences

How do birds navigate through urban landscapes? How do plants respond to climate change? Can the human papilloma virus, responsible for 99 percent of cervical cancers, be stopped? Can the biomarkers for serious psychiatric disorders be identified before they take hold?

At Fordham, our graduate students are in the lab and out in the field, seeking solutions to these questions and more. Our master of science program provides a unique cross-disciplinary experience that will increase your versatility, grounding you in cutting-edge molecular tools and techniques as well as systems biology. You'll specialize in one of two tracks:

Ecology
Cell and Molecular Biology

With our strong emphasis on research, we have a successful record of preparing our students for doctoral work at Fordham and other competitive programs.

Work closely with faculty mentors
Access to Fordham's Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Westchester County for research in ecology, evolution, and conservation
State-of-the-art lab facilities in Larkin Hall for research in fields including cell and molecular biology, microbiology, cytogenetics, entomology, and neurobiology

Disciplines

Biological Sciences

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Biological Sciences at Fordham University

Entry Requirements

Academic Transcripts: All transcripts from previously attended post-secondary institutions MUST be submitted in English, or be accompanied by a certified English translation. Transcripts and credentials conversion information is available on the GSAS International Students page.
Letters of Recommendation: When communicating with your recommendation letter writers, please provide them with at least one month’s advance notice to submit their recommendations. You will enter each recommendation provider’s name and email address directly into the online application. They will be notified electronically of your request. Please note: you may submit your application even if the submission of your recommendation letters is still in progress.
Statement of Purpose/Intent: Can be submitted directly in the online application. Requirements for the statement may vary by program. Please see individual program requirements.
Resume/CV: Can be submitted directly in the online application
Official Graduate Record Examination (GRE scores): Due to the impact of COVID-19 on standardized testing, submission of GRE scores is optional/not required for select GSAS programs for the 2022-2023 application. However, some programs are still requiring the GRE. Please see the admissions information/requirements page on the individual program pages to determine if the GRE is optional/not required, required, or not accepted at all for your chosen program. Students who do not submit GRE scores will not be at any disadvantage in the process.

English Requirements

PTEMin 68
IELTSMin 7
TOEFLMin 100

Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Biological Sciences

Many of our graduates continue on to doctoral work at Fordham and other universities, including Weill Cornell and the Sackler Institute.

Our alumni also have gone on to positions in academia, government, and industry, including:

Central Park Zoo
Federal Bureau of Investigation
National Wildlife Federation
New York Botanical Garden
New York City Department of Environmental Protection
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Biological Sciences at Fordham University

Application Fee 70

How to Apply for Master of Biological Sciences at Fordham University

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Master of Biological Sciences at Fordham University

Fordham University

United States of America, Manhattan