Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology (Honors)

The Honors Program in Biotechnology is designated as a distinction bestowed on those outstanding undergraduate biotechnology majors who have demonstrated distinct competence in overall biotechnology coursework and who have completed an independent research project of substantial merit. This program offers motivated students the opportunity to develop research and communication skills in preparation for graduate study or a professional career.

Official high school transcript or national exam scores Notarized translation is needed if your transcripts/documents are not in English Official evaluation of high school transcript by a professional evaluation service TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson PTE, DAAD, EIKEN, Duolingo, or iTEP Score Report if education was in a language other than English SAT or ACT Score Report (Worcester State SAT Code: 3524 or Worcester State ACT Code: 1914) Original bank letter or statement verifying sponsor\u2019s financial information Adequate test of English language proficiency: This is required for all applicants whose native language is not English. It can be accomplished by submitting results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) (iBt 79) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (minimum required score: 6.5). Additional accepted English proficiency exams: Duolingo Test (minimum required score: 100), Pearson PTE (minimum required score: 50), DAAD (minimum required score: B2), EIKEN (minimum required score: Pre-1), and iTEP (minimum required score: 3.5). Applicants who have received an Associate\u2019s degree from a regionally accredited United States college or university are not required to submit an English proficiency exam. Minimum cumulative Grade Point Average: Worcester State requires a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA from the last institution you attended.