Overview

The Biological Science - Microbiology BSc program from San José State University includes specialized instruction in basic microbiology, immunology, medical microbiology, microbial physiology, bacterial genetics and bacterial diversity.

It is also designed to accommodate those who wish to pursue certification as Clinical Laboratory Scientists (medical technologists). Electives, such as hematology, and internships that meet state certification requirements are offered.

Careers

A degree in the Biological Sciences opens up many career pathways. SJSU Biology graduates have gone on to complete graduate (MS, PhD, or MD/PhD) and professional degrees (MD, DO, DDS, DVM, OD, PharmD, etc.).

Other graduates have chosen to work in the biotech industry, education, wildlife management, as a government scientist, or in a variety of other rewarding careers.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Molecular Genetics

Evolutionary Genetics

Systems Physiology

Systems Physiology Laboratory

Vertebrate Histology

Eukaryotic Cell and Molecular Biology

Molecular Cell Biology Lab

Ecological Sampling Design and Analyses

Quantitative Analysis

Bacterial Diversity

Food Microbiology

Hematology

Pathogenic Microbiology

Virology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Jose, United States

Disciplines

Biology Microbiology Genetics View 284 other Bachelors in Microbiology in United States

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Earn the equivalent of a U.S. 3.0 grade point average (GPA) or an average of “B” grades.

Successfully complete three years of college preparatory mathematics with a minimum grade of “C-” or better.

Submit official test scores from an approved English language proficiency test (TOEFL, IELTS).

Submit partial official secondary school (high school) transcripts and final transcripts.

Take SAT or ACT (highly recommended).

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

17692 USD / year

≈ 17692 USD / year
Out-of-State

17692 USD / year

≈ 17692 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

17692 USD / year

≈ 17692 USD / year

Additional Details

Non-Resident Fees are charged an additional $444 per unit.

Living costs

San Jose

United States

1740 - 3150 USD / month

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

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