<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><root><entry><title>Biology, MS</title><short_name>Biology</short_name><teaser> Our graduates have used our MS in biology to launch careers in research and the health professions. In many professions, the master&amp;rsquo;s degree is now the minimum requirement for employment or advancement. </teaser><divisional_campus>morgantown</divisional_campus><level>graduate</level><hepc_level>masters</hepc_level><program_type>major</program_type><degree_designation>Master of Science</degree_designation><degree_program_title/><degree_program_link/><department_title/><department_link/><webAddressCourseCatalog>http://catalog.wvu.edu/graduate/eberlycollegeofartsandsciences/biology/ms/</webAddressCourseCatalog><online>false</online><admissions_url>https://graduateadmissions.wvu.edu/academics/graduate-programs/biology-m</admissions_url><web_address_program/><catalog_url>http://catalog.wvu.edu/graduate/eberlycollegeofartsandsciences/biology/ms/</catalog_url><college>Eberly College of Arts and Sciences</college><school/><school_link/><intro_background_image>https://ccdam.wvu.edu/programs/eberly-woodburn-33983-S-0506-JFS-XX.jpg</intro_background_image><intro_background_image_alt>Woodburn roofline and clock tower</intro_background_image_alt><intro_lead> Biology MS students consistently become leaders in their field with new discoveries and innovations. In many professions, the master&amp;rsquo;s degree is now the minimum requirement for employment or advancement. Many of our graduates have used their MS in biology to launch careers in research and the health professions. </intro_lead><intro_text/><degree_plan_intro_image/><degree_plan_intro_image_alt/><degree_plan_intro_text/><coursework/><popular_courses></popular_courses><areas_of_emphasis></areas_of_emphasis><elective_focuses></elective_focuses><tracks></tracks><enhance_your_degree/><plan_of_study/><difference_items></difference_items><research_and_academic_opportunities/><student_organizations></student_organizations><professional_organizations></professional_organizations><internships/><skills_you_ll_gain></skills_you_ll_gain><living_learning_communities/><career_profiles></career_profiles><how_we_prepare_you/><graduate_school_options/><future_classmates/><program_faculty></program_faculty><alumni_network/><places_and_spaces_items></places_and_spaces_items><admission_requirements><markdown><![CDATA[ <p>To be eligible for admission into the Biology graduate program, you must submit the following documentation:</p>
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<li>Letters of Recommendation - 3</li>
<li>Statement of Purpose</li>
<li>Résumé /CV</li>
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<p>Additional considerations for applicants:</p>
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<li>A bachelor’s degree, and an adequate background in science and mathematics.</li>
<li>Statement of Purpose/Personal Statement should be a thoughtful essay (no more than 2 pages) that: demonstrates a strong interest in scientific research; describes what the applicant hopes to gain from the biology program; explains why WVU offers the best opportunity for achieving the applicant’s future professional goals; and addresses the match between the stated research interests and those of specific faculty in our department who may serve as their academic mentors.</li>
<li>CV/Resume (no more than 2 pages) that lists work experience, research experience, volunteer activities, internships, academic degrees and honors, and other accomplishments you feel the admissions committee should take into account in reviewing your application.</li>
<li>Application materials submitted after the deadlines may be considered on a space-available basis and may also be considered for financial support in the form of a graduate teaching assistantship (GTA).</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>International applicants must also submit</strong> <a href="https://graduateadmissions.wvu.edu/information-for/international-students"><strong>required materials for international applicants</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>
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