Biomedical Sciences (MS)

The Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences is a non-thesis degree designed to enhance the scientific foundation and academic credentials of students who seek further academic training or employment in the health and biomedical fields. It is ideal for students who want to bridge the gap year between the completion of their undergraduate coursework and matriculation into professional or graduate level health and biomedical science programs. The program is also designed with the flexibility that today’s college graduate can appreciate. Applications are accepted all year long and admitted students can begin in the fall, spring, or summer semester. This program can be completed in three semesters.

Each applicant must be qualified for admission to the University of South Alabama Graduate School with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education. Additional requirements also include: An undergraduate minimum GPA of 3.0 is required for regular admission. Conditional admission may be granted in certain cases for lower GPAs. Undergraduate degrees should be from disciplines related to biomedical sciences or other STEM disciplines. An appropriate advanced degree may be used in lieu of other requirements for Regular Standing. Official transcripts from all institutions attended. Two letters of recommendation (with at least one being a faculty-authored letter) attesting to the prospective student's scholarship and potential for success in a graduate program. A Statement of Purpose that reflects the rationale for the chosen graduate program and includes examples of personal and professional experience relevant to the program.