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    Master of Science in Chemistry

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    Miami, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $33,792.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    38%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    10
    Cohort
    students
    32
    Credits
    $30.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Chemistry at Florida International University is a 32-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Miami, US. Tuition is $33,792 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program emphasizes research in environmental and biomedical aspects of chemistry, with projects in the Everglades, Biscayne Bay, Florida Bay, biomedical topics, photocatalytic studies of organic molecules, and organic synthesis.

    Focus: research
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min Required. There is no minimum requirement for the overall GRE score, but the applicants with an average percentile rank of 60 on the verbal and quantitative parts of the GRE will be preferentially considered.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min A total score of 80 on the iBT TOEFL
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5 overall on the IELTS

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US F-1 post-completion OPT standard for master’s degree); potential 24-month STEM OPT extension if the program/degree CIP is eligible on the STEM list and you meet STEM OPT requirements.

    $19,320.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Chemistry at Florida International University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Chemistry at Florida International University is $33,792 across 32 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Chemistry at Florida International University online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Chemistry at Florida International University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Chemistry at Florida International University take to complete?
    Master of Science in Chemistry at Florida International University is structured around 2 years and 32 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Science in Chemistry at Florida International University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0/4.0 in chemistry and cognate science courses
    Is Master of Science in Chemistry at Florida International University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Science in Chemistry at Florida International University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.