Overview

Students in Plant Sciences (Breeding, Biology and Biotechnology) from University of Missouri - Columbia will gain classroom and real world experience (research opportunities in labs; internships with industry partners) to prepare for challenging careers or advanced education. From commercial plant breeders to lab managers, trained students are in high demand for rewarding opportunities.

Careers

Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

Agricultural Technicians

Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers

First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers

Geneticists

Soil and Plant Scientists

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Plant Breeding

Biochemistry

Cell Biology

Plant Systematics

Organic Chemistry

Natural Resource Biometrics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-21 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-19 00:00:00 , International

More details

• International- There are no application deadlines, but we recommend you apply 6-12 months before the start of the semester you wish to begin taking classes.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Columbia, United States

Disciplines

Biology Biotechnology Botany View 192 other Bachelors in Biotechnology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the required core coursework with the required grades.

Meet the English language requirements.

Complete the online application

Pay the $65 application fee

Academic transcripts

Proof of financial support

Scanned copy of your passport

Test Scores

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

38168 USD / year

≈ 38168 USD / year
Out-of-State

37820 USD / year

≈ 37820 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

15548 USD / year

≈ 15548 USD / year

Additional Details

• National: $34,322-$37,922; • Local: $14,122-$17,722; • International: $36,374-$40,154.

Living costs

Columbia

United States

800 - 1300 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Plant Sciences (Breeding, Biology and Biotechnology).

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Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

Columbia

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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