- The Biology division graduate program of California Institute of Technology trains students for the degree of doctor of philosophy.
- Students are not admitted to study for the master's degree.
- The Division of Biology is especially interested in providing educational opportunities for students from ethnic groups that are underrepresented in the biological sciences.
California Institute Of Technology - [CalTech], California, Pasadena - Courses & Fees
Pasadena, California
University Private (Not for Profit) CollegeMaster of Science [M.S] (Biology)
2 years
On Campus
English
#Ranked 6 out of 1502 by THE Global Ranking 2023
$59,867/Yr
$59,867 /Yr
Important Dates
| Event | End Date |
| Application Deadline For Fall Intake | Nov 21, 2023 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $56364 | $56364 |
| Books and supply | $1400 | $1400 |
| Compulsory Fees | $2103 | $2103 |
| Total Fees | $59867 | $59867 |
Living Costs
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
| Room | $15960 |
| Personal Expenses | $4674 |
| Transportation | $2400 |
| Food | $9125 |
| Utilities | $1200 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants should have a bachelor degree in life sciences, chemistry, or the physical sciences and a passion for research.
- A strong undergraduate preparation would include coursework in physics, calculus, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, and biology.
Indian Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Applicants must have a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
- Or, they should have completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
Required Document List
Following are the required Documents:
- Resume/CV - This provides a summary of a student's experience and skills.
- Transcripts- One copy of transcript from each college or university attended is required.
- Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
- 3 Letters of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
- Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
- English Language Requirement - This shows the test score of English Proficiency Exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE, etc.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
| Go Clean Scholarship | $3500 | Yes | N/A |
| Ellis R. Ott Scholarship for Applied Statistics and Quality Management | Variable | Yes | Apr 1, 2023 |
| AAUW International Fellowships | Variable | Yes | Nov 15, 2023 |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Variable | Yes | Aug 30, 2023 |
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