Master of Science in Biotechnology
Master of Science in Biotechnology
This Masters program is flexible and offers an innovative curriculum (see degree requirements):
- There are no funded graduate/teaching/research assistantships available for MS students.
- Limited financial support in the form of scholarships and awards are provided. Additional scholarships are available for US citizens and permanent residents.
- Our students, both domestic and international, have a strong record of career placement and advancement following graduation.
- To enhance career prospects, students can pursue Graduate Certificate in Genomics, and possibly use the certificate courses to fulfill the MS degree requirements.
- Eligible UT Dallas students can fast track into this MS program. See the Fast Track page for details.
- NSM Career Success Center is available to support professional development and experiential learning of students.
- This program accepts Quick Admit applications from eligible UT Dallas graduates of qualifying BS programs.
- GRE test score is not required for admission.
Placement
Most of our Biotechnology MS graduates go on to work in industry and research institutions and some continue in academia for further graduate studies. A sample of recent job placements is as follows:
Placement of Recent Graduates
| Year | Placement |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Pharma Technical Operations Process Development Intern, Genentech |
| 2024 | Research Associate, UMass Chan Medical School |
| 2023 | Lab Manager, UT Southwestern Medical Center |
| 2023 | Senior Research Associate, TScan Therapeutics |
| 2023 | Research Assistant, UT Southwestern Medical Center |
| 2023 | Field Application Specialist, Xylem |
| 2023 | Biology Specialist, Outlier |
| 2023 | Medical Laboratory Technician, Infinite Wellness Labs |
| 2023 | Research Assistant, UT Southwestern Medical Center |
| 2022 | Senior Researcher, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital |
| 2022 | Research Associate, UT Southwestern Medical Center |
| 2021 | Cytogenetic Technologist, UT Southwestern Medical Center |
Financial Support
NSM McDermott MS Admission Fellowship is offered to support highly qualified MS students. This fellowship is awarded on a competitive basis at the time of admission. All applicants are automatically considered for this fellowship, and a separate application is not required. Nonresidents of the State of Texas who receive this fellowship are also eligible to be considered for a Competitive Scholarship Waiver. This waiver enables them to pay tuition at the resident rate, but its granting is not assured.
Scholarships and Awards
MS students are additionally supported through the following awards:
- Outstanding Graduate Student Award
- McDermott Fellowship
- Ron and Chris Overberg Fellowship
- Dr. John Jagger Scholarship
Ready to Start Your Application?
Before you apply, visit our How to Apply page to get familiar with the admission requirements and application process.