MS in Biotechnology & Biomedical Science

University of Massachusetts Boston (United States) · 100 William T Morrissey Blvd, Boston, MA 02125, United States

About University:

The University of Massachusetts Boston (UMass Boston) is a public research university in Boston, Massachusetts. It is the only public research university in Boston and the third-largest campus in the five-campus University of Massachusetts system. UMass Boston is the third most diverse university in the United States. While a majority of UMass Boston students are Massachusetts residents, international students and students from other states make up a significant portion of the student body. Founded with a distinct urban mission, UMass Boston has a long history of serving the city of Boston, including numerous partnerships with local community organizations. It is an official member institution of the Coalition of Urban Serving Universities and the Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities. It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity".

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About University:

The University of Massachusetts Boston (UMass Boston) is a public research university in Boston, Massachusetts. It is the only public research university in Boston and the third-largest campus in the five-campus University of Massachusetts system. UMass Boston is the third most diverse university in the United States. While a majority of UMass Boston students are Massachusetts residents, international students and students from other states make up a significant portion of the student body. Founded with a distinct urban mission, UMass Boston has a long history of serving the city of Boston, including numerous partnerships with local community organizations. It is an official member institution of the Coalition of Urban Serving Universities and the Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities. It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity".

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Program Details:

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Basic Info

Institute

College of Science & Mathematics

Degree

MS

Duration

1.5 years

STEM Designated

Yes

Program

Biotechnology & Biomedical Science

Expense

Living Expenses

USD 18000

Tuition Fee (Domestic)

USD 17500

Tuition Fee (International)

USD 33600

Eligibility

Minimum/ Avg Score

GRE Quant

155

TOEFL

90

IELTS

6.5

PTE

61

Duolingo

110

Undergrad GPA

3

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Intake Deadline 1

01 Oct, 2025

(January-2026)

Intake Deadline 2

01 Nov, 2025

(January-2026)

Document Required:

  • Degree Certificate

    Common Document

    Bachelor’s degree

  • Degree Transcript

    Common Document

    Official transcripts for all institutions where you have earned more than 6 credits. If your transcript is in a language other than English, please include an English translation, validated by an official public translator.

  • Letter of Recommendation (LOR)

    University Specific

    Three letters of recommendation. Typically, one or more letters from former professors familiar with your academic abilities provide the strongest recommendations. Recommenders should have worked closely with the applicant in an academic, professional, or community service setting. Letters should not be written by friends or family members of the applicant. Letters should focus on the applicant’s abilities and past academic performance, while also indicating an ability to effectively complete graduate-level coursework.

  • Resume

    Common Document

    A current resume/CV is required as a part of the admissions application process. Please submit a detailed and concise resume summarizing your education history, academic achievements, professional experiences, extracurricular activities, volunteer work or community involvement, and relevant skills that demonstrate your readiness for graduate study. Consider including an overview of research experience, affiliations, publications, certifications, presentations, leadership experience, and other pertinent professional skills.

  • Statement of Purpose (SOP)

    University Specific

    The statement of purpose is your opportunity to show the graduate admissions committee why you wish to pursue graduate study, as well as your specific interests and goals. In general the first part of your statement (about 300 words) shares your reason for wanting to attend graduate school. You will be able to upload your Statement of Purpose to your application in .doc or .pdf form.

  • Test Score Report

    Common Document

    1.TOEFL/IELTS/PTE/Duolingo

  • Test Score Report

    Common Document

    GRE (optional)

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