FAQ

Admissions

What are the requirements to apply for this program?

  • A bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or chemical/biochemical engineering or other bachelor's degree that includes sufficient credits from relevant courses in the life sciences
  • Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
  • Two semesters of general chemistry and two semesters of organic chemistry
  • GREs are not required 

How do I apply and where should I send my completed application form and other supplemental documents?
To apply, complete a Degree-Seeking UMBC Graduate School Application and use program code PRST and track code BT.

Apply online or by mail:

Your application should include the following documents:

  • Completed application including residency form (Residency form determines in-state tuition eligibility)
  • Three recommendations
  • Statement of academic goals
  • Official transcript(s) from each college & university attended
  • Application fee ($50 online / $70  paper)

Mailing Instructions

All application documents should be mailed to:

UMBC
Graduate School, MPS: Biotechnology
1000 Hilltop Circle
Baltimore, MD 21250

International applicants should refer to the international admission page for special admission information.

What are the application deadlines for this program?
For Fall 2013: August 1, 2013. All international students should refer to international student admission page for application deadlines.