MSc

Biomedical Sciences

Learn more about studying Biomedical Sciences as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    1 year
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    35,280USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Aug

Program overview

What the University of South Alabama says about their program:

The Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences is a one-year, non-thesis degree designed to enhance the scientific foundation and academic credentials of students who seek further academic training or employment in the health and biomedical fields.

It is ideal for students who want to bridge the gap year between the completion of their undergraduate coursework and matriculation into professional or graduate level health and biomedical science programs.

The program is also designed with the flexibility that today’s college graduate can appreciate. Applications are accepted all year long and admitted students can begin in the fall, spring, or summer semester.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of high school/ secondary education

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2

    2) or equivalent.

English proficiency

English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

English proficiency waivers

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Fees and funding

University of South Alabama provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. University of South Alabama encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    From US$22,440 to US$25,380 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    From US$14,400 to $US63,243 per year

Funding

Global Freshman Scholars The Global Freshman Scholars award is a ​competitive, merit-based ​scholarship, awarded to a limited number of well-qualified international students each year. ​This scholarship is renewable for up to four years​,​ or until a ​first​ bachelor's degree is earned, whichever comes first.​

  • Amount

  • ACT Score 32-36, SAT Score 1420-1600, High School GPA 3.5. Annual Amount US$10,000
  • ACT Score 30-31, SAT Score 1360-1410, High School GPA 3.5. Annual Amount US$8,000
  • ACT Score 27-29, SAT Score 1260-1350, High School GPA 3.5. Annual Amount US$6,000
  • ACT Score 23-26, SAT Score 1130-1250, High School GPA 3.5. Annual Amount US$4,000
  • ACT Score 21-22, SAT Score 1060-1120, High School GPA 3.5. Annual Amount US$2,000
  • Requirements

    Be an international freshman on an F-visa. Be a degree-seeking student. Have a minimum ACT of 21 (or SAT 1060). Have a minimum high school GPA of 3.0

For students without ACT or SAT scores, Global Freshman Scholars scholarships can be awarded based on the following language proficiency exam scores:

  • Amount

  • High School GPA 3.5. TOEFL 76/IELTS 6.5/Duolingo 100. Annual Award US4,000
  • High School GPA 3.0 to 3,49. TOEFL 76/IELTS 6.5/Duolingo 100. Annual Award US2,400

Dr. Richard and Angela Carter GlobalUSA Endowed Scholarship

  • The Dr. Richard and Angela Carter Global USA Endowed Scholarship was established in 2017 for the purpose of providing a tuition scholarship to an incoming freshman international student with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference shall be given to students not already receiving institutional aid.
  • To ensure consideration for this opportunity, qualified students are required to complete the scholarship application in JagSPOT prior to the application deadline date.
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What is the cost of living near University of South Alabama?

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$948
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$692
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$113
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$59
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61· USA average
Monthly public transport pass$34
Monthly grocery basket$202
Books and study supplies (monthly)$72
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$12
Gym membership$35

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and southalabama.edu (University published).

Visa requirements for the University of South Alabama

Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at University of South Alabama.

USA student visa requirements