The Direct Master’s Accelerator (Direct MAP) is a one-semester program designed specifically for international students who have an advanced level of English-language proficiency and who also want the academic, cultural and professional support to thrive in your graduate program at Adelphi. As a Direct MAP student, you will earn a semester’s worth of credits towards your degree while benefiting from additional professional and research courses tailored to your needs and goals.

 

A Master of Science in Biology from Adelphi opens up a wide range of career paths. Some graduates go on to medical or dental school. Others participate in research doctoral programs. Many others go on to successful careers in biotechnology, public health, or environmental law.

To help you with your career goals, during your M.S. in Biology program you have the option to concentrate in one of three areas:

• Molecular biology
• Physiology
• Ecology, evolution, and conservation biology

Admission Requirements

• Minimum Level of Education Required: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
• Min GPA: 77.0% Convert grades
• English Proficiency Requirements:
  For direct admission, applicant must be from an English speaking country or meet either of the following English test scores:

  • Min TOEFL iBT: 80 (Min Listening: 18.0, Min Reading: 18.0, Min Speaking: 18.0, Min Writing: 18.0)

  • Min IELTS overall: 6.5 (Min Listening: 6.0, Min Reading: 6.0, Min Speaking: 6.0, Min Writing: 6.0)

  • Min Duolingo English Test Score: 110

  • Min PTE overall: 55

  This program does NOT offer conditional admission

Other fees:

• Health Insurance Fees: $2,000 per year

* Note: Additional fees may apply
** All fees are subject to change without notice