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Graduate College
Edinburg Campus: Marialice Shary Shivers Bldg. 1.158
Brownsville Campus Sabal Hall 1.202
Email: gradcentral@utrgv.edu
Phone: (956) 665-3661
Phone Alt: (956) 882-6552
Text: (956) 446-0403
Fax: (956) 665-2863
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Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (MS)

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (MS)

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (MS)

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This interdisciplinary degree program draws upon the expertise and resources mainly in the Departments of Chemistry and Biology, but also in Department of Physics, School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences and School of Earth, Environmental and Marine Sciences within the College of Sciences as well as in collaboration with the College of Health Professions and the School of Medicine. The Masters of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology provides an advanced multidisciplinary course of study for students in the Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Bio-medical research, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, and Health Fields. This program provides students with skills, knowledge and leadership experience for careers in the above fields but also in education, administration and many healthcare related areas.

Why UTRGV?

  • #1 in Texas for Lowest Net Price – Washington Monthly, 2022
  • #2 Top Texas Public University -Washington Monthly, 2022
  • #3 Among National Public Universities for Least Student Debt -U.S. News & World Report, 2022
  • #4 for Awarding Master’s Degrees to Hispanic Latino Students -Hispanic Outlook on Education Magazine, 2022
  • Top 10 Best Online Colleges in Texas -EDSMART.ORG 2021

For more information on UTRGV’s notable achievements and recognitions visit our Reputation site.

Admission Requirements & Courses

Step #1: Submit a UTRGV Graduate Application at www.utrgv.edu/gradapply. There is no application fee.

Step #2: Request your official transcripts to be sent electronically to gradapps@utrgv.edu or mailed to:

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Graduate Admissions
Marialice Shary Shivers Bldg. 1.102
1201 W. University Drive
Edinburg, TX 78539-2999

*Please Note: If you are a graduate of UTPA, UTB, or UTRGV you do not need to request an official transcript to be sent to the Graduate College.

Step #3: Admission Requirements & Courses

Click here to view the program’s admission requirements and courses from the current graduate catalog.

Additional requirements for domestic applicants who attended foreign universities:

  • For additional information, visit the Additional Documents for Domestic Applicants who Attend Foreign Universities section of our website.

Additional requirements for international applicants:

  • For additional information, visit the International Admission page of our website.

Application Deadlines & Program Contact

To view a list of application deadlines and program contacts for our traditional programs, click here.

Tuition and Fees Estimate

For estimated costs visit Tuition and Fees.

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