Coursework
Students study a variety of topics, including:
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Comparative anatomy
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Functional anatomy
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Infectious disease
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Microbiology
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Molecular biology
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Neuroscience
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Nutrition
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Physiology
* Books and Supplies/ Credits: 33
Original, attested, or certified copy of all academic records from all colleges and/or universities you have attended.
Diplomas or graduate certificates from all universities where you have earned a degree.
For Indian applicants
We will accept three year Bachelor degrees that meet the following conditions:
The degrees have been earned in Division I
The awarding institution has an earned grade of A or better from India’s National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)
Send official TOEFL, IELTS or PTE test results directly to Grand Valley
TOEFL: 80 (we do not accept "My Best" score)
IELTS: 6.5
PTE: 53
Applicants from the following countries do not need to submit a TOEFL or IELTS:
Antigua & Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, Canada, Dominica, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Grand Cayman Islands, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, North Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, New Zealand, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, South Africa, St. Christopher-Nevis, St. Kitts, St. Lucia, St. Vincent & Grenadines, Swaziland, Tanzania, Trinidad & Tobago, Uganda, United Kingdom, Virgin Islands, Zambia, and Zimbabwe
Verification Of Financial Support (To Be Submitted After Admission)
Graduate students must have sufficient finances to cover tuition, fees, and housing costs for one year at Grand Valley. Graduate students must have a minimum balance of $23,000 USD. If a student will not be paying for their education on their own, sponsors must be identified on the statement of financial support which can be found on page 6 of the international student application.
Students or the sponsor(s) of a student must send the following documents to global@gvsu.edu for an I-20 to be created:
Statement of Financial Support
Bank statement shows a minimum balance of $23,750 USD. Bank statement balances can be listed in the student/sponsors local currency. As long as the balance, when converted into USD, meets the minimum amount required then your documents will be accepted. If you are unsure how your local currency will convert into USD, you may use the XE Currency Converter.
Must show at least 3 months of transaction history on the account
Must be less than six months old
Students who will be supported by an institution, foundation, or government agency, your financial sponsor must submit a letter of support on official letterhead. The letter must include:
Grand Valley State University
Specify the expenses to be paid on your behalf
Indicate that the institution or agency has adequate financial resources to guarantee your first year of study
The M.H.S. in biomedical sciences requires a minimum of 33 credit hours and offers full- and part-time scheduling options. Additionally, course options are available for both degree-seeking and nondegree-seeking students.
WHY STUDY BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES AT GRAND VALLEY?
Innovative, collaborative research projects are conducted with faculty members based on student interest.
Students develop critical thinking skills and are prepared to become leaders within their chosen field.
Students can create a personal course plan that aligns with their individual research and career goals.
Tuition rates are based on academic program; there are no separate rates based on residency status.
Graduates enjoy careers in science or health-related fields, teaching and post-graduate studies in professional and doctoral programs.
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Coursework
Students study a variety of topics, including:
Comparative anatomy
Functional anatomy
Infectious disease
Microbiology
Molecular biology
Neuroscience
Nutrition
Physiology
The program prepares graduates for careers in science or health-related fields, research and teaching at the community college level. Additionally, the program prepares students for post graduate studies in medical or dental school, as well as doctoral programs.
Medical insurance: 1,999 $ USD per year
