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2004-2005 Graduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED BULLETIN]

M.S. in Human Cytogenetics

This program is designed for students who wish to pursue careers in human cytogenetics. It provides a strong biology and cell biology base with special courses in cytogenetics and an internship period in a clinical cytogenetics laboratory. Graduates of the program will be prepared for laboratory careers in cytogenetic technology or further education in a related field.

Students who wish to be eligible for the certification examination for Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Cytogenetics upon completion of the program, must enroll in BIO 306 (Internship in Cytogenetics) for two semesters (6 s.h. total). The second semester of 306 can be used as one of the electives.

Note:  2000 level course (see General University Information) combines with BIO 139, see Undergraduate Bulletin

Admission Requirements

  1. A baccalaureate degree (or equivalent) in biology or closely related discipline. It is recommended that students have had one semester of biochemistry, genetics, cell biology, statistics, one year of calculus and physics and two years of chemistry including organic laboratory. Any undergraduate deficiencies must be made up before the completion of 15 semester hours of graduate work.
  2. A minimum grade point average of 3.0.
  3. Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test scores.
  4. A written personal statement demonstrating rationale for pursuing graduate studies in human cytogenetics.
  5. Two letters of reference addressing the applicant’s potential for graduate studies.

Program Requirements - Total Semester Hours: 38

Graduate students are expected to receive a grade of B or better in their biology courses. All students should meet with the Graduate Program Director at least once each semester. Candidates must complete 38 semester hours of graduate work including either an essay (BIO 303) or a thesis (BIO 301-302).

Required Courses - Semester Hours: 25

Recommended Courses - Semester Hours: at least 7

  • BIO 2139 - Techniques in Molecular Biology Credits: 3 s.h.

Graduation Requirements

  1. Completion of all program requirements. 
  2. A minimum grade point average of 3.0 in overall graduate course work.