Overview

Required coursework for the Biology major and different specializations at Boston University establishes a core of fundamental knowledge in biology and related sciences. Students build on this foundation through a variety of lecture, laboratory, field, and seminar courses that offer them the opportunity to focus on specific disciplines.

The development of laboratory and field skills is encouraged through elective participation in the cutting-edge research of the department’s faculty and engagement in the extensive biological resources in the Boston area.

Combining the BA with the MS provides students with additional skills and expertise to enhance their opportunities for employment in the growing life sciences job market or for further education, including both graduate programs and professional schools.

BA/MS Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental principles spanning the breadth of biology.

Demonstrate expertise in the scientific method, including experimental design and critical assessment of the scientific literature.

Attain the qualifications and advanced technical and/or analytical skills required for postgraduate education in biology or health-related fields, or employment in an academic, government, or private sector position related to the life sciences.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Infectious Diseases
Sociobiology
Human Genetics
Cell Biology
Genetics
Human Anatomy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-05 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

152 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.

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General requirements

Common Application
Secondary School Records
Senior Year Grades
Counselor Recommendation and School Report Form
Teacher Evaluation
English Proficiency Testing Results
Documentation of Financial Support
Copy of Data Page of Passport
Standardized Tests (Optional)

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

69870 USD / year

≈ 69870 USD / year
Out-of-State

69870 USD / year

≈ 69870 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

69870 USD / year

≈ 69870 USD / 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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BA/MS Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Boston

Funding

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