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    MS in Biomedicine and Cell and Gene Therapy

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    Philadelphia, USMSOnline2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $65,940.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    36
    Credits
    $65.00
    App fee

    MS in Biomedicine and Cell and Gene Therapy at Drexel University is a 36-credit, 2-year, online MS program based in Philadelphia, US. Tuition is $65,940 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program covers cell and gene therapy at the intersection of medicine and engineering, including gene delivery systems, gene editing, regenerative medicine, and translational aspects from research to clinical applications. Students complete a capstone on commercializing biomedical technology and have an option for a virtual industry internship.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Aug 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Official test scores from graduate and professional admission exams, such as the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), Law School Admission Test (LSAT), or Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) – optional but highly desirable
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL score needs to be at least 90 with at least a 27 in both the reading and writing sections.
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS score needs to be above 7

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Not eligible (Online program)

    $19,809.00
    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 MS in Biomedicine and Cell and Gene Therapy at Drexel University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MS in Biomedicine and Cell and Gene Therapy at Drexel University is $65,940 across 36 required credits.
    Is MS in Biomedicine and Cell and Gene Therapy at Drexel University online or in-person?
    MS in Biomedicine and Cell and Gene Therapy at Drexel University is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does MS in Biomedicine and Cell and Gene Therapy at Drexel University take to complete?
    MS in Biomedicine and Cell and Gene Therapy at Drexel University is structured around 2 years and 36 credits.
    What GPA is required for MS in Biomedicine and Cell and Gene Therapy at Drexel University?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0
    Is MS in Biomedicine and Cell and Gene Therapy at Drexel University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - MS in Biomedicine and Cell and Gene Therapy at Drexel University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.