At the School of Biological Sciences, we are dedicated to excellence in life sciences research, teaching and training. We offer interdisciplinary programs leading to both M.S. and Ph.D. degrees. Our program is highly flexible, allowing you to tailor your own individualized program of study.
We strive to foster interaction between students and faculty—including researching under a faculty advisor. We provide new technologies for teaching and learning and give you access to the resources you need to succeed.
We take pride in launching our graduate students into successful and productive careers.
We do not require the GRE to apply to our graduate program.
Application fee waivers or exemptions are available through the following:
- The Big Ten Academic Alliance FreeApp program
- Have completed a bachelor's degree by the August preceding enrollment in the graduate program
- Seeking admission to a Ph.D. program or a terminal Master of Fine Arts (MFA) program
- Be a citizen or a permanent resident of the U.S.
- Have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher (4.0 scale)
- Intend to pursue an academic and/or research career
- Complete a summer research opportunity at a Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA) university.
- United States military personnel. This applies to the service member (active-duty military, guard, veteran, or reserve), spouse and/or dependents.
- Current Pell Grant recipients
- McNair Scholars
- AmeriCorps Alumni or Dependent
- If you are not eligible for any of the above, please contact Joel Stranberg no later than November 15th to request consideration for a waiver.
