The Master of Science in Biology program provides a thesis-based degree option only. In addition to completing coursework requirements (below), it also requires the successful completion and defense of a written research thesis.
MS students often publish papers and conduct important research projects during their studies, placing them advantageously for future positions in medical and pharmaceutical jobs, postgraduate programs and laboratory positions across the country. They are also frequent winners at the annual GW Research Days showcase, which features hundreds of presenters from across the university.