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    University of Wisconsin-Madison

    Genetics

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    Madison, USMSIn-person21 months
    STEM-OPT
    $65,411.00
    Tuition
    over 21mo
    15%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    8
    Cohort
    students
    32
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Genetics at University of Wisconsin-Madison is a 32-credit, 21-month, in-person ms program based in Madison, US. Tuition is $65,411 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Graduate training emphasizing study and research in genetics, including disease genetics, cell biology, neurogenetics, developmental genetics, gene expression, genomics, evolutionary and population genetics, and computational biology. Offered as part of the PhD pathway with a thesis proposal defense.

    Focus: research
    59 (QS - Biological Sciences)

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    After the program

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    12 months (OPT)

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    $19,200.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Genetics at University of Wisconsin-Madison cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Genetics at University of Wisconsin-Madison is $65,411 across 32 required credits.
    Is Genetics at University of Wisconsin-Madison online or in-person?
    Genetics at University of Wisconsin-Madison is offered in-person.
    How long does Genetics at University of Wisconsin-Madison take to complete?
    Genetics at University of Wisconsin-Madison is structured around 21 months and 32 credits.
    What GPA is required for Genetics at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.00 GPA on the equivalent of the last 60 semester hours
    Is Genetics at University of Wisconsin-Madison STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Genetics at University of Wisconsin-Madison is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.