BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
The Master of Arts degree in Biology is designed for students who:
- Have a strong desire to increase their understanding of the life sciences, in preparation for attending professional schools, in the health or environmental sciences.
- Want additional education at the master's level for increased proficiency in teaching.
- Are interested in conducting original research.
- Plan research related careers in industry or academia
- Plan to seek a PhD.
Campus(es) on Which Classes are Offered
Lincoln Park Campus
Days/Times Offered
Mostly days, but some evening courses are offered. (The program is designed for fulltime daytime graduate students.)
Number of Courses/Credits to Complete Degree
The MA program is 50 credits, and the MS program is 52 credits
Equivalent of DePaul's undergraduate biology degree.
How to Apply
Apply online at depaul.edu/apply. Submit official transcripts, GRE, MCAT or DAT score, 3 letters of recommendation and a personal statement to:
Office of Graduate Admission
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
DePaul University
990 W. Fullerton, Suite 1600
Chicago, IL 60614-2458
Application Deadlines
February 15, or until the class is filled. Admission is usually fall only.
Financial Support
A limited number of teaching assistantships with tuition waivers are available.
Career Possibilities
Our students get research positions at academic institutions and in the biomedical industry, attend professional schools in dentistry, medicine, or veterinary science, enter PhD programs or seek teaching credentials.
For More Information
Visit the Department Web site.
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