About the course

Microbiology is an integral part of the life science and biotechnology disciplines across the North Carolina State University campus. The Microbiology Graduate Program involves research and education in laboratories and departments that form inter-disciplinary teams to address critical, global challenges for science and society.Our Master of Science (M.S) in Microbiology degree program provides students with an in-depth understanding of microorganisms, interdisciplinary research training, and opportunities to develop science communication skills. Students graduate prepared for successful careers in research, academic or industrial settings. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Raleigh
Fall (August), 2025	Raleigh

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for North Carolina State University - Raleigh

IELTS Academic-6.5 or higher (minimum of 6.5 in each sub score)

　　TOEFL IBT-80 or higher (minimum of 18 in each sub score)

　　TOEFL Paper Based-550 or higher.

　　To be considered for admission in full graduate standing, applicants must have:

　　(a) a four-year bachelor?s degree (or equivalent) from a regionally accredited college or university. Exceptions to standard accreditation may be granted for applicants with international degrees, including applicants with three-year degrees from institutions in Europe participating in the Bologna Process.

　　(b) a GPA of at least 3.00 (on a 4.00 scale) in their undergraduate degrees.

　　GRE scores should be sent directly to the NCSU Graduate School, as requested through ETS. We require the General Test scores in the Verbal, Quantitative and Analytical sections. Advanced area testing is not required for our application. As a guideline, some of the GRE socres of admitted students have been: V & Q-155 or higher, W - 4.5 or better. We appreciate that standardized tests do not tell everything about an individual's preparedness for graduate school, so your personal statement and prior experience are important. GPAs at the undergraduate or M.S. level are often 3.5 and higher. For non-English speaking international applicants, TOEFL scores totaling greater than 100 are needed.

　　Personal statement

　　Microbiology is a diverse discipline. In your personal statement please indicate the areas of research that most interest you (environmental, infectious disease, etc.). Indicating the research programs of two to four specific faculty trainers is encouraged. You may contact faculty directly through their email address. Clearly state your past or current research experience and how it has prepared you for pursuing graduate level research and training. Your personal statement should be no more than 1,000 words.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

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