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    Biomedical Sciences (MS)

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    Columbia, USMSOnline30 months
    STEM-OPT
    $16,539.00
    Tuition
    over 30mo
    30
    Credits
    $100.00
    App fee

    Biomedical Sciences (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia is a 30-credit, 30-month, online MS program based in Columbia, US. Tuition is $16,539 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Non-thesis program covering core biomedical subjects including physiology, neuroscience, cell biology, and multidisciplinary approaches to biomedical research. Prepares for careers in biomedical research, medicine, teaching, veterinary, medical, or pharmaceutical industries.

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $19,392.00
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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 Biomedical Sciences (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Biomedical Sciences (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia is $16,539 across 30 required credits.
    Is Biomedical Sciences (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia online or in-person?
    Biomedical Sciences (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Biomedical Sciences (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia take to complete?
    Biomedical Sciences (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia is structured around 30 months and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Biomedical Sciences (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia?
    Per the program's published guidance: Minimum GPA of 3.0 in the last 60 hours of undergraduate education
    Is Biomedical Sciences (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Biomedical Sciences (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.