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Master of Science Programs in the Basic Sciences
The four M.S. Programs in the Basic Sciences prepare students
for positions of leadership at various levels in research,
development, and health service. Some students have found
the M.S. degree good preparation for a Ph.D. or professional
doctoral degree program.
The M.S. programs are designed to be completed on a part-time
basis over a two- to four- year period. Students are able
to have full-time employment while in any of these programs,
since the major portion of the course work is offered as
later afternoon or evening classes. Placement assistance
is available through the Director's Office.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ENROLLMENT IN THE M.S. PROGRAMS IN THE BASIC SCIENCES
- A bachelor's degree or higher.
- A strong science background.
- Acceptable English language skills.
- 3 Letters of Reference
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or Medical College
Admissions Test (MCAT) results.
1. Required: A bachelor's degree:
- The bachelor's degree must be from an accredited college
or university.
- Students who hold a master's degree in an appropriate
discipline, or a doctoral degree in medicine, veterinary
medicine, or dentistry are also eligible.
2. Required: A strong background in the Sciences.
- Most successful applicants have a GPA above 3.0.
3. Required: Acceptable English language skills:
- The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is
required for students whose first language is not English.
(This requirement does not apply to students whose bachelor's
degree was earned at an accredited U.S. college or university.)
4. Required: 3 Letters of Reference
- Letters of reference should be written by people who can comment from personal knowledge on the applicant's academic qualifications, preferably from individual faculty or pre-professional committees. If, however, an applicant has been out of school for a number of years, s/he may substitute professional references.
5. Required: GRE or MCAT scores:
- GRE or MCAT scores must demonstrate an appropriate level
of accomplishment.
- The results of either, while important, are
considered in conjunction with other credentials
of the candidate.
- Only GRE or MCAT scores from the past 5 years will be
considered.
- GRE scores must be received directly from the Educational
Testing Service.
- ETS should be directed to submit the results of
the Graduate Record Examination to the Director of
Admissions.
- The Thomas Jefferson University JCGS code is 2999
Applications are considered throughout the year, and newly
matriculated students may begin coursework in any academic
term.
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