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135 Best Master's Life Sciences Programs in the United States

Across the United States, 91 universities offer 135 Master's Life Sciences programs, typically lasting 1–2 years. The list starts with courses at Georgia Institute of Technology, University of Notre Dame and Washington State University at Vancouver.

78Master's Degree
UW University of Wisconsin - Whitewater logo
#655 in United States United States

Applied Biotechnology

University of Wisconsin - Whitewater — The Master's Degree in Applied Biotechnology at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater provides an in-depth exploration of the rapidly evolving field of biotechnology. Th...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
81Master's Degree
UT University of Texas at Tyler logo
#696 in United States United States

Biology

University of Texas at Tyler — The Master’s Degree in Biology at The University of Texas at Tyler equips students with a comprehensive understanding of biological principles and practices. This rigorou...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
83Master's Degree
UT University of Texas at Tyler logo
#696 in United States United States

Biotechnology

University of Texas at Tyler — The Master's Degree in Biotechnology at The University of Texas at Tyler offers an interdisciplinary approach that blends biological sciences with technology and engineer...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
87Master's Degree
UM University of Michigan-Flint logo
#716 in United States United States

Biology

University of Michigan-Flint — The Master's Degree in Biology at the University of Michigan-Flint offers a comprehensive exploration of biological sciences, emphasizing both theoretical understanding a...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
88Master's Degree
UD University of the District of Columbia logo
#730 in United States United States

Biology

University of the District of Columbia — The Master's Degree in Biology at the University of the District of Columbia is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of biological sciences thr...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
91Master's Degree
UW University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point logo
#743 in United States United States

Applied Biotechnology, M.S.

University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point — The Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point equips students with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge necessary...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
92Master's Degree
FU Fisk University logo
#767 in United States United States

Masters In Biology

Fisk University — The Master's in Biology at Fisk University is designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of biological principles and methodologies. The program covers a...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
93Master's Degree
VS Virginia State University logo
#787 in United States United States

Biology

Virginia State University — The Master's Degree in Biology at Virginia State University offers an in-depth study of biological sciences, equipping students with both theoretical knowledge and practi...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
94Master's Degree
RU Regis University logo
#792 in United States United States

Environmental Biology

Regis University — The Master’s Degree in Environmental Biology at Regis University offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the complex interactions within ecosystems and betw...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
96Master's Degree
AS Angelo State University logo
#812 in United States United States

Biology M.S.

Angelo State University — The Master of Science in Biology at Angelo State University offers students a comprehensive understanding of biological sciences, equipping them with advanced knowledge a...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences

How these courses are ranked

8 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #123 (Georgia Institute of Technology) to #575 (University of South Carolina); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Georgia Institute of Technology is cited most (18,386,443 citations). 5 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

Within the subject, the largest areas are Life Sciences (130), Biology (4) and Biochemistry (1). The usual length is 1–2 years and null. 92% are full-time and 8 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). New Mexico State University offers the widest choice, with 5 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Master's Life Sciences in the United States?

Georgia Institute of Technology (QS World #123), University of Notre Dame (QS World #294) and Washington State University at Vancouver (QS World #466) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Master's Life Sciences in the United States?

Of those with published fees, Universidad del Sagrado Corazon is the least expensive at about USD 6,410 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Master's Life Sciences course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with null the next most common.

When do Master's Life Sciences courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Master's Life Sciences online with a university in the United States?

8 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Master's Life Sciences courses in the United States?

New Mexico State University, with 5, ahead of University of Texas at Tyler (4).

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