Master in Biotechnology (Master's)

Rush University places education in a state-of-the-art medical center in Chicago, where students learn through small classes, hands-on instruction, and clinical settings focused on high-quality patient care. Faculty members are accomplished practitioners and researchers, giving students contact with people who work across clinical and research settings. The learning community promotes safety, support, self-expression, and diversity. The setting connects study with patient care, faculty practice, and research.

Academic opportunities are organized through the College of Nursing, College of Health Sciences, and Rush Medical College. The College of Nursing offers degree programs and uses a holistic admissions process. The College of Health Sciences prepares students for allied health careers. Rush Medical College includes the MD program and graduate study in research and biomedical sciences. Programs in nursing and health sciences have earned top-five national positions in the 2026 Best Graduate Schools rankings, while Rush Medical College received recognition for research.

International students can explore application requirements, deadlines, and financial aid through the admissions resources for their program. Rush offers on-campus and online information sessions for specific programs. Student support extends to basic needs, including food, housing, and financial security, through services and resources available to all students. Community engagement is part of student life: the annual MLK Day of Service connects students with volunteer opportunities and reflections on careers in health care.

This programme focuses on applied biotechnology with an emphasis on laboratory techniques and research methods. Students engage in hands-on training in molecular biology, bioinformatics, and bioprocessing. The curriculum prepares graduates for roles in biotechnology industries and research settings. It is designed for students seeking advanced technical skills in a structured academic environment.

Focus areas include Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Bioprocessing, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods.

The programme requires 30 credits, distributed across core coursework, laboratory training, and a research project. Students complete a capstone research project under faculty supervision.

Graduates pursue roles as laboratory technicians, research associates, and bioprocess specialists in biotechnology firms and research institutions.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in a science-related field with a minimum GPA converted to a 4.0 scale. Required documents include a personal statement, CV, unofficial transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and official TOEFL or IELTS scores for international students. A virtual interview may be required for some applicants.

The programme totals about 30 credit hours. On-campus, full-time or part-time, typically completed in two years. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes.