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Bachelor of Genetics and Cell Biology
- Pullman, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A four-year degree on the genetic and cellular basis of life and its use in diagnosis and treatment.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights: yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain and apply fundamental concepts in Genetics and Cell Biology. Analyze discipline-specific problems using suitable methods and tools. Communicate findings and demonstrate skills relevant to science.
Career outcomes
- Research and development
- management and operational roles in healthcare product production
- molecular and cellular biology careers
Curriculum
- Year 1 covers laboratories
- how life works (cell biology
- biochemistry
- microorganisms
- genetics
- physiology)
- biostatistics and bioinformatics. Year 2 includes biomolecules and metabolism
- cell structure and function
- organic chemistry
- physiological systems and microbiology and genetics
- later years add advanced topics and a placement.
Entry requirements
Academic
- International first-year applicants need at least 12 years of school ending in a secondary certificate or external examination (humanities
- Mathematics
- Basic sciences
- Social sciences) with a minimum 2.70 GPA on a 4.00 scale
- Transfer applicants need 2.50 and 27 semester credits. Proof of English: IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 4 (new scale)
- Duolingo 105 or PTE 58
- Unless waived.
Minimum GPA
2.7
Accepted academic background
At least 12 years of school ending in a secondary certificate or external examination, With preparation in humanities, Mathematics, Basic sciences and social sciences, Transfer applicants need 27 semester credits at an accredited post-secondary school
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 4 (new 6-point scale)
- Duolingo 105
- PTE Academic 58
- Cambridge C1 Advanced
- Oxford Test of English 140
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts
- Evidence of English proficiency or approved waiver
- Passport identification page or national identity card
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements and priority deadlines: 15 April for fall
- 1 November for spring
- 1 February for summer; admission is rolling. Apply at the FutureCoug Portal and pay the 70 USD non-refundable application fee. Upload official transcripts
- proof of English proficiency (test score or waiver) and a passport copy. Receive the admission decision. Submit the Offer Response form with proof of finance
- then pay the 500 USD Enrollment and Orientation Fee. WSU issues the I-20; pay the SEVIS I-901 fee and attend the F-1 visa interview.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $32,034 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $70 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Pullman |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Veterinary Medicine |
| Department | School of Molecular Biosciences |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | _ |
| Scholarship note | International Academic Award: 4000 USD per academic year for eligible incoming students with GPA 3.60 or above, or 2000 USD with GPA 3.00–3.59. Admission-based eligibility and renewal conditions apply. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
Closes todayProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
212 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $32,034 USD per year. The application fee is $70 USD. The estimated living cost is $19,538 USD.
The minimum GPA is 2.7. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4 (new 6-point scale), Duolingo 105, PTE Academic 58, Cambridge C1 Advanced, Oxford Test of English 140.