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Take the next step in your life science career.

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Enhance your capacity to be a leader in your field or prepare for a terminal degree.

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The Master of Arts in biology program enables students to broaden and deepen their knowledge of biology and engage in independent research and data analysis. Students in this program will design and execute an original field-based or laboratory-based research project.

Designed for You

  • This program is for students or working professionals who are preparing for doctoral programs in biological/biomedical sciences.
  • This program is for individuals who intend to pursue professional programs in human and veterinary medicine.
  • This program is for working professionals who wish to expand their options for careers in biotechnology, industry, government or academia.
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The RIC Advantage

89%
of faculty hold terminal degrees in their fields.
$300M
More than $300 million has been invested in campus upgrades & renovations in the past 5 years.
>70%
of RIC students receive financial aid, w/ generous opportunities for scholarships, grants & work-study.

Our Biology Faculty

Ensuring That You'll be Ready

Dana Kolibachuk

Dana Kolibachuk

“Our graduate program provides a deeper understanding of specific areas within biology through hands-on experiences with research methods and experimental design, critical analysis of scientific literature and by developing effective oral and written communication skills needed to apply scientific principles across a variety of professional settings, such as research, teaching and consulting.”

– Professor of Biology
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Arts and Sciences

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences is a community of scholars that pride themselves on academic excellence, diversity and service.

Dr. Deborah E. Britt

Assistant Professor