Study Master of Science in Human Biology at University of Indianapolis in the USA, Shaheen College of Arts and Sciences
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Master of Science in Human Biology

USA

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What will I learn?

With a Master of Science in Human Biology from UIndy, you can enter with broad interests in human variation and discover the specialization that is right for you. The UIndy program is one of only a few of its kind in the United States, combining elements of forensic science and biological anthropology to prepare you to work in forensic laboratories, death investigation, anatomy instruction or biomedical research and allowing you to hone your skills in the classroom and out in the field. As a part of our program, you will receive training to assist in fieldwork and laboratory analyses through our Human Identification Center, conduct hands-on research and obtain valuable teaching experience. With this solid foundation, you can transition directly into the workforce or move on to doctoral work in anthropology or anatomy.ADVANTAGESIndividualized attention, extracurricular instruction outside of the classroom, and hands-on learningOpportunity to work in any of the following specialized labs: Human Identification Center (Processing Lab, Osteology Lab, and Forensic DNA Lab), Human Gross Anatomy Lab, and Anatomy & Physiology Learning Center Professional training opportunitiesConduct independent research and present at scientific conferences

Which department am I in?

Shaheen College of Arts and Sciences

Study options

Full Time (4 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$10,260.00 per year
Books and Supplies - 1068 (Two semester)
Start date

August 2026

Venue

Indianapolis

1400 East Hanna Avenue,

Indianapolis,

Indiana,

46227, Midwest, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Most of our graduate students come with bachelor's degrees in anthropology, biology, human biology, or a closely related field. Although there are no set restrictions on what your undergraduate degree can be in, students must have built a strong foundation in anthropology and the sciences.

A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 grade scale.

Minimum scores of 150 on both verbal and quantitative sections of the GRE and a score of 4.0 or better on the writing section is recommended.

International students whose undergraduate coursework was not completed at an English-speaking institution must achieve a minimum score of 550 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) test. TOEFL - 100 IBT required, IELTS - 7.0 required.

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

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