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PhD of Biological Sciences

Western Michigan University

  • Kalamazoo, United States
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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Western Michigan University campus

About the program

A three-year BSc applying biology to health, Biotechnology, Conservation and sustainability, With an MBiol option.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (Up to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Apply concepts and methods in Biological Sciences to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in and a final project.. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

  • Hospitals
  • Biotech companies (UK Biocentre
  • Oxford Nanopore)
  • Zoos and conservation trusts
  • Bioscience
  • Biotechnology and healthcare
  • Environmental agencies and consultancies

Curriculum

  • Year 1 builds a foundation in being a bioscientist with an optional residential field course. Year 2 deepens molecular biology
  • Cell biology and genomes and adds computational skills. Year 3 (or 4 with placement) specialises
  • With options from molecular biology of cancer to wildlife conservation
  • And a final project.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Bachelor or master degree as set by the programme
  • With transcripts and grading scale
  • Programme-specific statements
  • References and tests
  • No university-wide minimum GPA
  • Passport page
  • 100 USD fee.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor or master degree as set by the programme, Transcripts and grading scale, Program-specific statements, References, Tests, Passport page, 100 USD fee

Language tests

  • TOEFL iBT 80
  • IELTS 6.5
  • PTE Academic 54
  • Duolingo 105
  • IELTS 6.5

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic transcripts and academic records
  • Official English translations if applicable
  • Evidence of English proficiency or approved exemption
  • Passport identification page

How to apply

  1. Check the programme's own requirements and deadline; international applicants are advised to apply by January for Fall funding. Apply online through the Graduate College and pay the 100 USD application fee. Upload transcripts with grading scale
  2. passport page
  3. English proof (TOEFL iBT 80
  4. IELTS 6.5
  5. Duolingo 105) and programme materials such as statement
  6. recommendations
  7. CV
  8. GRE or GMAT where required. Receive the department's decision. Show proof of funds for the I-20 and apply for the F-1 student visa.

Other costs

Tuition per year$18,390 - $19,260 USD
Application fee$100 USD
Deposit_

Program details

CampusKalamazoo (main campus)
Faculty or schoolCollege of Arts and Sciences
DepartmentDepartment of Biological Sciences
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value_
Study pace_
Post-study stayUp to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees
Scholarship noteGlobal Education Merit Scholarship of up to 10000 USD per academic year may be available to eligible international degree-seeking students with GPA at least 3.0 on F-1 or J-1 status. No separate scholarship application is required; funding and conditions apply.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    August 2027

    Apply by

    1 Feb 2027

    79 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The next deadline is 1 Feb 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.