Microbiology & Cell Science

Microbiology & Cell Science Online Graduate Programs

Go At Your Own Pace - Complete Your Degree In As Little As ONE YEAR!

The online Master of Science in Microbiology and Cell Science is tailored for professionals, allowing you to work while earning your degree. Our graduate certificates in medical microbiology, environmental microbiology, and microbiome and health are just as straightforward and convenient. There is no GRE requirement for admission, and courses are offered year-round, so you can start the program when it’s convenient for you.

Overview

Maybe you’ve always had a particular fascination with the trillions of microbes that surround us every day. Perhaps you’ve envisioned yourself peering into the microscope as you perform cutting-edge research on fungi that could break down plastic and slow the effects of climate change.

If your curiosity about microorganisms can’t be tamed, consider the University of Florida’s online graduate programs in microbiology. Whether you’re a working professional, a busy parent or you simply feel like you already have a full load, our graduate programs make it possible to work while earning your degree — and you can complete your graduate program in as little as one year as a full-time student.

From Medical Microbiology and Microbiomes to Environmental Microbiology, you can complete the program of your choice at your own pace. There’s no GRE requirement for admission, and we offer courses year-round, so you can start the program when it’s convenient for you.

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EXPERIENCE UF’S TOP-TIER BENEFITS

Not only will you receive a quality education, earn a credential and become a member of Gator Nation, but you’ll also enjoy several other benefits:

Increase Your Opportunities in STEM Careers

The popularity of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields is growing rapidly, and many companies are willing to offer higher median salaries in return for the most qualified candidates. UF’s online graduate degree and certificate programs provide the knowledge and credentials needed to jump-start your journey, enhance your resume and distinguish yourself from the competition.

The career options for microbiology graduates are nearly limitless. Although there are many specializations to choose from, some in-demand roles include:

Additional Information

Admissions Information
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

For master’s degree applicants:
- A bachelor’s degree from one of the institutional accreditors (or international equivalent) found in the “Accreditation” section at https://admissions.ufl.edu/apply/graduate/
- An upper-division GPA of 3.0 (Rules on calculating GPA)
  - If your GPA is below this requirement but is at least 2.7, we recommend applying for a microbiology graduate certificate program. If you are accepted and maintain a 3.5 GPA, you may become eligible for the master’s degree program.
  - A resume/CV
- Required undergraduate courses for applicants:
  - General Biology (2 semesters)
  - General Chemistry (2 semesters)
  - Organic Chemistry (1 semester)
- Recommended undergraduate courses for applicants:
  - Microbiology
  - Biochemistry
  - Students who have not completed a microbiology course or biochemistry course at the undergraduate level are eligible to join the introductory track program, which is 37 credits and allows students to take GMS5905 Fundamentals of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and MCB6937 Biology of Microorganisms in the first semester.
Pursuant to Florida Statute, your application requires inclusion of all post-high school education and employment, as well as information about ongoing international affiliations and research funding. Please ensure this information is included on your curriculum vitae (CV) or résumé.

For environmental microbiology and microbiome and health graduate certificate applicants:
- A bachelor’s degree from one of the institutional accreditors (or international equivalent) found in the “Accreditation” section at https://admissions.ufl.edu/apply/graduate/
- An upper-division GPA of 2.7 (Rules on calculating GPA)
- Required undergraduate courses for applicants.
  - Biochemistry
  - Organic Chemistry
  - Microbiology
  - Biology
  - General Chemistry
For medical microbiology graduate certificate applicants:
- A bachelor’s degree from one of the institutional accreditors (or international equivalent) found in the “Accreditation” section at https://admissions.ufl.edu/apply/graduate/ (recommended major in the sciences)
- A minimum 3.0 overall GPA and 3.0 upper-division GPA (Rules on calculating GPA)
- Required undergraduate courses for applicants:
  - Biochemistry
  - Biology
  - General Chemistry

Tuition and Fees

TUITION AND FEES

The cost per credit hour is $535, plus fees.

The approximate total cost for the master’s degree program is $16,050 tuition, plus fees.

The approximate total cost for the environmental microbiology graduate certificate program is $6,955 tuition, plus fees.

The approximate total cost for the microbiome and health graduate certificate program is $6,420 tuition, plus fees.

The approximate total cost for the medical microbiology program is $5,885 tuition, plus fees.

Additional costs for textbooks are not included in these estimates, and the fees are approximate. Registration costs follow the standard tuition and fee rates for the University of Florida.

Microbiology & Cell Science

Microbiology & Cell Science