Biomedical Sciences, M.S.
Applications are reviewed by the NYIT Office of Graduate Student Admissions. The following are required for application to the program:
- Completed application and fee for the M.S. in Biomedical Sciences (BMS)
- Completion of a bachelor's degree and pre-med requirements
- Three letters of recommendation. Letters should be written by individuals who are familiar with the applicant's professional and scholarly abilities. The following list has some examples of appropriate letter of recommendation authors:
- two letters from undergraduate faculty in your major highlighting academic abilities
- one letter from a work or volunteer organization highlighting leadership skills or a reference highlighting your interest in medicine
- Transcripts from all previously attended colleges (unofficial transcripts are acceptable upon application, but official transcripts are required before program completion)
- Undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher recommended and MCAT scores (unofficial upon application; official before program completion). Other graduate admissions tests (GRE, GMAT) may be submitted in lieu of the MCAT score.
- Personal statement on how this program can you help reach your goals, and what can you add to the program
Program Progression
Degree Requirements
In order to receive the Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences degree, students must:
- Earn a grade point average of 3.0 and receive a passing grade (C or better) in every course of the curriculum
- Successfully complete research requirements
- Display professional and ethical behavior at all times
- Be enrolled full-time
- Complete all requirements for the degree within one (1) year of beginning the program. Exceptions to this rule may only be made with the consent of the director of the program.
- There is no final comprehensive exam at the end of this program; rather, each course is completed individually and utilizes multiple assessment methods to determine students' mastery of the material.
Requirements for Acceptance into NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine
Students that successfully complete all the requirements of the Biomedical Sciences, M.S. program may apply to NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University.
