Master in Biology/Biological Sciences (Master's)

Tuition is 12,876 USD per year.

This programme prepares students for careers in biological research and advanced study in industry, government, or academia. Students complete a thesis based on mentored research in a departmental or approved laboratory. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on laboratory work and individualized research under faculty supervision. Small class sizes allow close interaction with faculty who are actively engaged in research. The programme focuses on areas including plant biotechnology, cancer, and neuroscience.

Focus areas include plant biotechnology, cancer, neuroscience, molecular biology, cellular biology, ecological systems.

The programme requires 30 graduate credits and is structured around a thesis based on individual laboratory research. Coursework and research are designed for full-time completion within two years.

Graduates pursue roles in research laboratories, biotechnology firms, government agencies, and further doctoral study.

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in biology or a similar field with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Required materials include a personal statement, official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and GRE General Test scores with a minimum overall percentile of 100 and at least 25 in each section.

The programme totals about 30 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically completed in two years. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 62% of applicants.

Delaware State University places research in neuroscience, genetics, imaging, and cell electrophysiology among its academic and scientific activities. The Delaware Center for Neuroscience Research, DNA Core Center, Cell Electrophysiology Core, and OSCAR Imaging Center provide distinct research settings and services. The university also offers DNA Core education and extension, research capacity consultations, community needs assessment, and Research Experiences for Undergraduates. The Delaware Institute for Science & Technology adds another research connection. Experiential learning and faculty research days give students opportunities to engage with work beyond regular coursework. Graduate School Preparation Exams and Professional Skills support students preparing for advanced study.

Located in Dover, Delaware, the university connects academic study with advising, first- and second-year programs, career preparation, and student success support. Students can use EAB Navigate for planning and communication, academic support for student athletes, and the DSU Braven Leadership and Career Accelerator. Distance education and learning technologies support course access in additional formats. Residential students have resources covering policies, maintenance, information technology requests, laundry, health, and what to bring to campus. Military-affiliated students can find orientation, tuition assistance guidance, Veterans Affairs educational program information, and the General Education Mobile program. International students should review how their intended course of study fits the university's academic advising, registration, testing, health insurance, housing, and student service systems. The university's history includes successive presidential administrations, while its research centers and student programs show how academic work and support are organized today.