Study Master of Arts in Biology at Ball State University in the USA, College of Sciences and Humanities

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

The Ball State Department of Biology offers two paths for our master’s degree in biology depending on your academic and professional interests.Students pursuing a master of arts (MA) in biology will complete a creative project, research paper or other significant project of their design instead of writing and defending a thesis. This degree is intended to prepare students for careers in biomedical laboratories, natural resource management agencies, scientific supply firms, environmental consulting firms, scientific publishing or other careers, although students can choose to continue their education as well.

Which department am I in?

College of Sciences and Humanities

Study options

Full Time (3 Semesters)

Tuition fees

US$27,918.00 per year

University Technology Fee -$300

Application deadline

15/03/2027

Start date

May 2027

Venue

Ball State University - Main Campus

2000 W. University Ave.,

Muncie,

Indiana,

47306, Midwest, United States

Full Time (3 Semesters)

Tuition fees

US$27,918.00 per year

University Technology Fee -$300

Start date

August 2027

Venue

Ball State University - Main Campus

2000 W. University Ave.,

Muncie,

Indiana,

47306, Midwest, United States

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Entry requirements

For international students

To be eligible for regular admission for a licensure, graduate certificate, or master's degree program, you must meet one of the criteria below - earned a minimum of a 2.75 GPA from your undergraduate degree-granting institution. Earned at least 9 graduate credit hours with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA. Have a conferred master's or doctoral degree from an institution recognized by an USDE accrediting association.

Students must have a bachelors degree from an institution recognized by a regional accrediting association.

Students must have .75 GPA from the undergraduate degree-granting institution

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.