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    Comparative Medicine and Integrative Biology (M.S.)

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    East Lansing, USMSIn-person30 months
    STEM-OPT
    $53,213.00
    Tuition
    over 30mo
    33%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Comparative Medicine and Integrative Biology (M.S.) at Michigan State University is a 30-credit, 30-month, in-person MS program based in East Lansing, US. Tuition is $53,213 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Develops understanding of major concepts in comparative medicine and integrative biology through coursework and research on problems in human and animal health or biology. Plan A requires original research, thesis, and oral exam; Plan B requires a final research paper and oral exam.

    Focus: both
    105 (Times Higher Ed) | 64 (US News)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 3, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Internet-based test: score of 80 with no subscore below 19 (22 for writing)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min score of 6.5 or higher. No subscore below 6.0.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    36 months (12 months OPT + 24 months STEM extension)

    $18,750.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Comparative Medicine and Integrative Biology (M.S.) at Michigan State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Comparative Medicine and Integrative Biology (M.S.) at Michigan State University is $53,213 across 30 required credits.
    Is Comparative Medicine and Integrative Biology (M.S.) at Michigan State University online or in-person?
    Comparative Medicine and Integrative Biology (M.S.) at Michigan State University is offered in-person.
    How long does Comparative Medicine and Integrative Biology (M.S.) at Michigan State University take to complete?
    Comparative Medicine and Integrative Biology (M.S.) at Michigan State University is structured around 30 months and 30 credits.
    Is Comparative Medicine and Integrative Biology (M.S.) at Michigan State University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Comparative Medicine and Integrative Biology (M.S.) at Michigan State University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Comparative Medicine and Integrative Biology (M.S.) at Michigan State University?
    Comparative Medicine and Integrative Biology (M.S.) at Michigan State University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 33%.