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    Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology and Enterprise

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    Waltham, USMSOnline2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $36,600.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    10
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $500.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology and Enterprise at Brandeis University is a 30-credit, 2-year, online MS program based in Waltham, US. Tuition is $36,600 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program integrates scientific knowledge in biotechnology with business expertise to prepare professionals for leadership roles. It covers translating innovations into commercial strategies, applying technologies like CRISPR and AI, navigating regulations, and leading teams.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Summer 2026
    May 5, 2026
    Term Summer 2026
    May 5, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    IELTS
    optional

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $20,574.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology and Enterprise at Brandeis University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology and Enterprise at Brandeis University is $36,600 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology and Enterprise at Brandeis University online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology and Enterprise at Brandeis University is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology and Enterprise at Brandeis University take to complete?
    Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology and Enterprise at Brandeis University is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    Is Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology and Enterprise at Brandeis University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology and Enterprise at Brandeis University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How large is the Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology and Enterprise at Brandeis University cohort?
    Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology and Enterprise at Brandeis University typically enrolls around 10 students per cohort.