About Biology, M.s. in Georgia State University
Earning an M.S. degree in biology can be a stepping stone to a career in the biosciences or in preparation for a professional degree. The Master of Science (M.S.) degree program in Biology offers a flexible curriculum that can incorporate courses from other departments and colleges at Georgia State. Students must complete at least 40 credit hours of approved coursework.
Students may apply under a specific area/concentration, though a concentration is not required. Upon admission, a master's student is assumed to be non-thesis until acceptance into the thesis option. The non-thesis program emphasizes coursework, and a capstone paper or project is required. The capstone can either be literature-based or laboratory-based.
The thesis option emphasizes research. Acceptance into the thesis option requires approval of a thesis proposal. Completion of the thesis option requires an approved thesis as well as a successful defense of the thesis. The thesis option is only recommended for students who are planning to pursue a Ph.D.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree
English language requirements
Georgia State University Highlights
| Type |
Public |
| Establishment Year |
1913 |
| Location |
Atlanta, Georgia |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Application Mode |
Online portal |
| Acceptance Rate |
76% |
| Student Retention Rate |
82% |
| Graduation Rate |
55% |
| Number of Schools |
10 |
| Total Enrollment |
54,000+ |
| Total International Students |
3,000+ |
| Academic Calendar |
Semester-based |
| Student-Faculty Ratio |
26:1 |
| Financial Aid |
Scholarships, grants, and bursaries |
| Admission Helpdesk |
admissions@gsu.edu
404-413-2500 |
Georgia State University Cost of Living
Other costs to consider before applying to Georgia State University for the forthcoming academic year include the following:
| Type of Expenditure |
Cost (In USD) |
| Room and Board |
8,868 |
| Books and Supplies |
1,228 |
| Meals |
6,426 |
| Transportation |
1,364 |
| Personal Expenses |
2,183 |
