Overview

University of Massachusetts Boston offers a vibrant Biology curriculum and extensive opportunities for mentoring and hands-on research experiences as a means of developing a deeper understanding of biology at the levels of molecules, cells, organisms, and the ecosystem.

Learning outcomes

We stress the development of critical thinking and problem solving skills both in the classroom and by undergraduate students conducting original research in faculty laboratories. Graduate students can conduct interdisciplinary research alongside several faculty members in the areas of environmental biology and molecular and cell biology.

In this program, you will:

Explore a full range of STEM-focused courses designed to prepare you for your desired career path
Develop your critical thinking and problem solving skills both in the classroom and by working in faculty laboratories

Gain hands-on experience with undergraduate research opportunities in integrative and evolutionary biology

Career Possibilities

Complete the courses you need to pursue a career in healthcare. Spend your working hours satisfying your intellectual curiosity and improving the world through research. Or, lend your expertise to criminal investigations as a forensic scientist. These are just a few of the possibilities a Biology BS offers.Become a:

Science educator
Biological technician
Park ranger
Forensic scientist
Genetic counselor
Physical therapist
Physician’s assistant
Physician

Programme Structure

Courses include:

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed UMass Boston online admission application

Application fee of $100

An official high school record, leaving certificate and/or graduation examination results or their notarized copies. All documents in foreign languages must be translated by a certified professional.

Academic recommendation letter (from a school-based counselor and/or teacher)

500-word essay

Test scores

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

38620 USD / year

≈ 38620 USD / year
Out-of-State

38620 USD / year

≈ 38620 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

15813 USD / year

≈ 15813 USD / year

Additional Details

New England Regional Regional: $26,733 /year

Living costs

Boston

United States

1560 - 3239 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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Learning outcomes

Career Possibilities

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

Boston

Funding

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