Applied Biotechnology MS
Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology
Is this program right for you?
With the fully online Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology, you gain a solid foundation in biotechnology, leadership, ethics, research, communications, product development, quality control, and regulatory and compliance practices to advance your career through leadership and management positions within the field of biotechnology.
- Learn from passionate UW faculty experts and work through our flexible program while balancing work and family commitments
- Choose from three unique tracks (quality assurance and compliance, business management, or research and development) and tailor your coursework to meet your career goals
- In conjunction with the master’s degree, you may choose to get an optional graduate certificate in Applied Bioinformatics
Education that works for you
The fast-paced curriculum is presented in innovative and convenient evening and weekend sessions designed to accommodate your challenging professional and family life—and help ensure completion of the program in less than two years. Every other week, classes meet on Thursday evening, all day Friday, and on Saturday morning.
Program type
Master’s degree
Degree awarded
Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology
Commitment
2-4 years
Tuition
$875 per credit
Format
Online
Credits
31 graduate credits
Admission terms
Program admits for fall, spring and summer terms
Offered by
STEM opt eligible
Yes, restrictions apply
Supports F-1 Visa
Yes, with restrictions.
Application deadlines
Summer 2025
- Deadline: April 15, 2025
Fall 2025
- Deadline: July 15, 2025
Spring 2026
- Deadline: December 15, 2025
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Your questions, answered
The Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology is offered in partnership with UW-Madison, UW-Green Bay, UW-Oshkosh, UW-Parkside, UW-Platteville, UW-Stevens Point, and UW-Whitewater. Classes are taught by faculty from one of our partner campuses or by biotechnology industry experts serving as adjunct faculty. Learn more about this unique program and sign up to connect with an enrollment advisor.
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Program requirements
Application materials required
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What you’ll learn
Be part of the advancing field of biotechnology. Whether your experience is based in healthcare, agriculture or industry, the Applied Biotechnology MS program gives you the knowledge and tools to bring the best of biotechnology innovation to the market.
- Experimental design
- Professional and technical communication
- Quality control
- Regulatory affairs
- Project management and leadership
- Product development
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