With on-campus, evening classes, and the option to study full- or part-time, Merrimack is sure to fit your schedule and life priorities.
Master of Science Degree in Biology
In Merrimack’s project-based M.S. degree program in biology, you’ll build leadership skills through a combination of directing and performing laboratory and field research, coursework, teaching and mentoring. Whether you concentrate in Biotechnology & Biomedical Science or Environmental Biology, you’ll graduate well positioned for the growing sciences job market.
Affordable
With generous scholarships and many programs offering full-tuition fellowships, the average cost of attendance is comparable to or less than public universities.
Supportive
Enjoy small class sizes and learning environments with personalized attention while studying alongside similarly motivated peers.
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Finish in as little as 12 months!
Graduate School of Arts and Sciences
Hybrid and On-Campus | Scholarships and Fellowships Available | Start Term: Fall
“I had a lot of classes with the same people and as time went on, we got to know each other well. I feel like we became a close group, and we would always study together. And I feel like developing that sort of group helped me get through the whole program.”
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John-Paul H. M'22 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGY
315 Turnpike St., North Andover, MA 01845 (978) 837-3563
While you can complete your master’s in biology in just one year as a full-time student, you also have the option to take courses part-time to accommodate your schedule.
Exceptional Faculty
Our biology master’s program is led by seasoned teachers and scholars who combine academic expertise with years of research and industry experience.
Supportive
Enjoy unique opportunities to develop practical skills, gain meaningful field experience, and engage in innovative coursework as part of a close-knit community of scientists.
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Practical
Through a combination of coursework, mentoring, teaching, and research, gain hands-on experience and leadership skills to excel in the high-demand life sciences industry.
Experience-Based
Have the opportunity to assist faculty in groundbreaking research projects across a broad range of topics.
Flexible
With on-campus, evening classes, and the option to study full- or part-time, Merrimack is sure to fit your schedule and life priorities.
Affordable
With generous scholarships and many programs offering full-tuition fellowships, the average cost of attendance is comparable to or less than public universities.
Supportive
Enjoy small class sizes and learning environments with personalized attention while studying alongside similarly motivated peers.
DISCOVER THE MERRIMACK DIFFERENCE
Practical
Graduate with the relevant skills and marketable expertise that are sought by today’s employers.
Experience-Based
Gain unparalleled hands-on practice and transformative learning experiences both in and out of the classroom.
Personalized
With a flexible curriculum tailor your master’s degree to fit your personal and professional interests and passions.
CAREER-FOCUSED CONCENTRATIONS
The M.S program in biology opens a wide range of professional doors. In life sciences fields, applicants with a master’s degree typically earn $20-$30,000 more a year than those with only a bachelor’s degree. Since 2014, the life sciences industry in Massachusetts has grown at close to double the rate of the state and U.S. economy. In May 2018, trade association MassBioEd reported a shortage in qualified applicants to fill available jobs, while 83% of life sciences companies recently reported future plans to expand.
Depending on which concentration you choose, Merrimack can help you prepare for roles such as:
Laboratory technician
Research assistant
Senior research associate
Associate scientist or Scientist I
Biotech or pharmaceutical sales representative
Naturalist for community and municipal organizations
Conservation scientist
Environmental scientist or technician
Biology research assistant
High school or community college biology teacher
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ONLINE & ON-CAMPUS GRADUATE PROGRAMS THAT FIT YOUR GOALS
Accounting, M.S. (Online)
Business Analytics, M.S. (Online)
Data Science & Business Analytics, (Online Certificate)
Management, M.S. (Online or Hybrid)
Community Engagement, M.Ed. (Online or On-campus)
Criminology and Criminal Justice, M.S.
Criminology and Criminal Justice, M.S. (With Police Academy)
Educational Leadership, C.A.G.S.
Higher Education, M.Ed.
School Counseling, M.Ed.
Social Work, MSW
Teacher Education, M.Ed (Online or On-campus)
Athletic Training, M.S.
Community Health Education, M.S.
Exercise and Sport Science, M.S.
Health & Wellness Management, M.S.
Healthcare Analytics, M.S. (Online)
Nutrition & Human Performance, M.S.
Clinical Mental Health Counseling, M.S.
Communication, M.A.
Public Affairs, M.P.A.
Spiritual Direction, M.A.
Spirituality, M.A.
Biology, M.S.
Civil Engineering, M.S.
Computer Science, M.S.
Data Science, M.S. (Online)
Data Science (Online Certificate)
Engineering Management, M.S.
Engineering Management, M.S. (Online)
Mechanical Engineering, M.S.
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BUSINESS
EDUCATION & SOCIAL POLICY
HEALTH SCIENCES
LIBERAL ARTS
SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
Flexible
With on-campus, evening classes, and the option to study full- or part-time, Merrimack is sure to fit your schedule and life priorities.
Affordable
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Supportive
Enjoy small class sizes and learning environments with personalized attention while studying alongside similarly motivated peers.
DISCOVER THE MERRIMACK DIFFERENCE
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At Merrimack College, we’re proud of our long history of providing quality degrees to students entering the job market. Our faculty are more than just teachers. We are committed to helping you grow — academically, personally and professionally — so that you graduate as a confident, well-prepared leader.
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At Merrimack College, we’re proud of our long history of providing quality degrees to students entering the job market. Our faculty are more than just teachers. We are committed to helping you grow — academically, personally and professionally — so that you graduate as a confident, well-prepared leader.
A TOP GRADUATE SCHOOL
U.S. News & World Report 2024 #33 Best Regional Universities/North
The Princeton Review 2024 Best Regional College
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