Master's Programs

Master's Programs
Resources for Prospective Students

Resources for students interested in the Biology Master's program include:

  • The M.S Training Program
  • Masters Application & Admission
  • Degree requirements
  • Courses of study

Why come to NYU for an MS?

  • Take classes with engaging award-winning faculty
  • Exceptional training in quantitative biology
  • Research opportunities in labs in the Biology Department, the New York Genome Center, NYU College of Dentistry and NYU Langone School of Medicine
  • Apply for research grants to support your research
  • Teaching opportunities
  • Many MS students go on to MD, DDS and PhD programs
  • Live and study in New York City

MS Biology Alumni

  • The M.S. in Biology program helped me hone my computational and experimental skills at the bench. The courses provided an excellent foundation in exploring biology through the lens of big data.
    Thomas, now a PhD student at Columbia University
    Thomas Yao
  • The MS Biology program provided me the opportunity to work in Dr. Sanjana’s research lab, where I gained hands-on skills in molecular biology, genomic engineering, and immunology. The program was challenging yet accommodating to students’ needs, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
    Maria, now a Research Assistant in the Sanjana Lab at NYU Biology and The New York Genome Center
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  • Conducting research for my Master’s thesis allowed me to apply theoretical methods I’d been studying for years to a real-world problem. Studying trichomoniasis, one of the most commonly sexually transmitted infections, I gained further perspective into prevalent infectious diseases.
    Maansi, now a medical student at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine
    Maansi Jayade
  • The MS program offered at NYU GSAS aided in my development as a scientist, and the courses offered improved my knowledge within the discipline. This experience has prepared me for the next steps in my career as I transition to the Doctor of Dental Surgery program at NYU College of Dentistry.
    Chibuike, now a dental student at NYU's College of Dentistry
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  • The Biology Master’s degree has provided me with the necessary tools to grow professionally and personally as a scientist. I have learned the importance and value of collaboration by being a part of a tight-knit research group led by Dr. Desplan and Dr. Reinberg.
    Amany, now a Research Associate at Fork & Goode Inc.
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  • This program allowed me to pursue my scientific academic interests while constantly challenging me along the way. The research experiences and ability to work independently on complex problems helped me advance my career in the National Defense industry. 
    Patrick, now an Operations Planner in the U.S. Army
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