Master of Arts in Biological and Environmental Sciences
The Master of Arts degree program in Biological and Environmental Sciences provides an opportunity for advanced study through intensive classroom presentations, seminars, laboratory and field experiences.
The program enables students to: (1) pursue industrial, public service, or technical careers in the biological and environmental sciences; (2) upgrade their knowledge in support of secondary school teaching; (3) prepare for further studies leading to the Ph.D. in Biology.
The program was started in Fall, 1996, and replaces the Master of Arts in Oceanography and Limnology. The current program is designed primarily for part-time graduate students; nearly all courses are offered in the evening, on weekends, or during the summer.
Admission Requirements
A student seeking admission into the Master of Arts program in Biological and Environmental Sciences must meet the following requirements in addition to the general requirements described in the WCSU graduate catalog:
- Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in the Biological Sciences, with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5; or equivalent background.
- Final admission requires approval by the Program Coordinator and the Director of University Admissions. An applicant with an undergraduate GPA of less than 2.5
may submit Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores (General Plus Advanced Test in Biology) in support of his or her application. Both the undergraduate record and GRE scores will then be considered.
Degree Requirements for the Master of Arts in Biological and Environmental Sciences
