Overview

Biosciences majors are strongly encouraged to pursue their research interests through independent research experiences.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing the BA degree with a major in Biosciences and a major concentration in Cell Biology and Genetics, students at Rice University will be able to:

Demonstrate a broad knowledge of core concepts in biology.

Demonstrate an advanced understanding of cell biology and genetics.

Demonstrate the ability to access scientific literature in the biological sciences and to use critical thinking skills to evaluate primary and secondary sources of biological research.

Demonstrate the ability to apply the process of science, including designing experiments and/or building mathematical models, and collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data.

Demonstrate effective oral, written, and visual communication skills, including communicating science to diverse audiences.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Physical Biology

Stem Cell Biology

Molecular Basis Of Diseases

Microbiology And Biotechnology

Plant Molecular Genetics And Development

Biology Of Infectious Diseases

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-04 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Houston, United States

Disciplines

Biology Genetics View 223 other Bachelors in Genetics in United States

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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

Common Application and Rice writing supplement

$75 nonrefundable application fee (must be paid online)

Official high school transcript in English (or a certified English translation)

Recommendation Letters

Demonstration of English proficiency

International Student Financial Statement

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

66540 USD / year

≈ 66540 USD / year
Out-of-State

66540 USD / year

≈ 66540 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

66540 USD / year

≈ 66540 USD / year

Living costs

Houston

United States

1067 - 1950 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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Scholarships Information

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Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Living costs

Houston

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