Program Overview

Overview

Join a growing field with a Master's in Biotechnology. Hundreds of scientists have advanced their careers with a master's in biotechnology. With your degree, you could help bring new pharmaceuticals to market, improve food safety, follow a passion for research, or take a leadership role in your industry.

Admission Requirements

• Location: Chicago and Schaumburg
• Start Term: Fall, Spring
• Applications can be completed entirely online.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Official or unofficial transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities in the United States.
• Letter of intent required if GPA is less than 2.8
• Unofficial GRE, MCAT, PCAT or DAT score (recommended)
• $40 Application Fee.

Prerequisite Course Work:

• General chemistry (2 courses)
• Organic chemistry (1 course)
• Physics (1 course)
• Cellular or molecular biology (1 course)

Additional Prerequisites for Biotechnology Management Concentration:

• Business statistics or biostatistics
• Calculus

Additional Prerequisites for Chemical Sciences Concentration:

• Calculus
• Organic chemistry (2 courses)
• Analytical or quantitative chemistry

Sample Biotechnology Courses

Choose one of three concentrations in biotechnology, biotechnology management, or chemical science. You’ll take courses like:

• Applications of Biotechnology
• Biotechnology Industry Practice
• Analytical Chemistry
• Virology
• Fermentation Science
• Executive Leadership

Career Opportunities in Biotechnology

Explore careers in food science, biomedical research, analytical chemistry, and more. Roosevelt biotechnology graduates work for:

• Abbott Laboratories
• Baxter International
• University of Illinois at Chicago
• Fresenius Kabi
• Pfizer

Roosevelt alumni hold titles like:

• Clinical Scientist
• Project Manager
• Quality Assurance Specialist
• Regulatory Affairs Scientist
• Research Chemist

Why Roosevelt for Your Master's

Courses For Your Career Goals

Choose from degree concentrations in biotechnology, biotechnology management (with the College of Business), or chemical science. You’ll work closely with advisors to find the right track for your interests.

Practical Experience

Practice the methods you’ll use in industry and academic careers through lab courses, internships, and research projects with experienced faculty.

Flexible For Your Schedule

The master’s in biotechnology is built for working professionals. Take courses in the afternoon and evening, either remotely or on campus in Chicago and Schaumburg.

Meet the Faculty

• Oluseye Onajole, Associate Professor of Chemistry
• Kelsey Poulson-Ellestad, Associate Professor of Biochemistry
• Robert Seiser, Professor of Biology and Chemistry, Chair Biology, Physical Science, and Health Sciences
• Joshua Telser, Associate Professor of Chemistry
• Neil Voss, Associate Professor of Biology
• Cornelius Watson, Professor Emeritus

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