Skip to main content
    GradsMatch
    Back to Programs
    University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

    Integrated Biosciences MS

    Last verified against the official program page on .

    Duluth, USMSIn-person30 months
    STEM-OPT
    $57,232.00
    Tuition
    over 30mo
    50%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    10
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $95.00
    App fee

    Integrated Biosciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is a 30-credit, 30-month, in-person MS program based in Duluth, US. Tuition is $57,232 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program offers emphases in cell, molecular, and physiological biology; chemical biology; and ecology, organismal, and population biology. It requires a first-year course sequence in integrated biology topics, student research/journal clubs, special topic courses, and a thesis.

    Focus: research

    Your fit

    Match

    Pro users see a 0 to 100 match score personalized to their academic profile, plus a per-component breakdown (major, GPA, tests, work experience, and more).

    Admissions

    Pro

    Unlock full admissions requirements

    GPA thresholds, GRE/TOEFL/IELTS minimums, essay counts, recommendation letters, prerequisites, admissions contacts, and country-specific requirements like APS certification, portfolio submissions, or GATE scores.

    Sign in to view - it's free

    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min optional GRE General Examination test scores of 60th percentile or above. Applicants are not required to submit GRE scores
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Official TOEFL, MELAB, IELTS test scores for international students (UMN Graduate School minimums apply: TOEFL iBT 79 total; Writing 21, Reading 19)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Official TOEFL, MELAB, IELTS test scores for international students (UMN Graduate School minimums apply: IELTS 6.5; Writing 6.5, Reading 6.5)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $19,600.00
    Annual living cost

    Application Checklist

    Sign in to track what you need to submit for this program.

    Sign in
    See admits on GradCafe
    Self-reported profiles of past applicants to this program.

    Prerequisites

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

    Recommendations

    Exact count of letters required, whether academic vs professional references are preferred, and any program-specific guidance on who to ask.

    Essays

    Number of essays required (statement of purpose, personal statement, diversity statement), prompts where the program publishes them, and whether supplemental essays are optional or mandatory.

    Contact

    Direct email and phone for the admissions office handling this program, plus a link to the program-specific inquiry page where available.

    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Integrated Biosciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Integrated Biosciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is $57,232 across 30 required credits.
    Is Integrated Biosciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities online or in-person?
    Integrated Biosciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is offered in-person.
    How long does Integrated Biosciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities take to complete?
    Integrated Biosciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is structured around 30 months and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Integrated Biosciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?
    Per the program's published guidance: GPA 3.0 or higher (4.0 scale)
    Is Integrated Biosciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Integrated Biosciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.