MS in Cell and Developmental Biology

The Graduate Program in Cell and Developmental Biology (abbreviated as the CDB Program) offers both Ph.D. and M.S. degrees and is part of a diverse, interactive community of biological scientists working at Rutgers. The graduate program has approximately 130 faculty members with research that spans the broad fields of molecular biology, cell biology, cancer biology, genetics, neurobiology, and developmental biology. Researchers draw upon diverse experimental systems ranging from tissue culture, invertebrates, animal models, and humans. The goal of the CDB Program is to provide a challenging and rewarding environment in which students can fully develop their research skills for future careers in academia, biotechpharma, and other scientific fields.

Admission to the Master's program is highly competitive and targeted to US citizens and permanent residents (green card holders). A bachelor's degree or its equivalent is required for admission. The most appropriate undergraduate preparation is a concentration in biology (molecular, cellular, developmental, neurobiology, or immunology), biochemistry, or chemistry (organic, analytical, or physical). Applicants are also expected to have an adequate background in calculus and physics.

Superior ability needs to be demonstrated by grade-point average (minimum G.P.A. of 3.0) and letters of recommendation.