Biological Sciences: Global Sustainability M.S.

Admission Requirements

Admission Requirements:

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education. A minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.70 on a 4.00 point scale (where A is 4.00), or its equivalent, and good standing (3.00 GPA) in all post-baccalaureate course work is required.

Additional Materials Required:

Narrative statement

In your narrative statement, please include whether you would like to pursue a thesis or non-thesis version of your degree (if applicable). If you wish to do a thesis, please identify a potential faculty member you might like to work with in our department. It may be helpful to view our faculty web pages or contact potential faculty members by phone or email to discuss your interests. You could also include in the narrative statement your interests in biology and how they developed, your career goals, and how you think a degree in the Biology Department at CCSU will further your education and prepare you for your career.

• Letters of recommendation by three college instructors familiar with your ability and record in biology and the related sciences

The Biology Department also recommends the following items;

• Graduate Record Examination scores for the aptitude and advanced biology tests are recommended but not required.

The graduate application, application fee, and official transcripts are to be submitted to the Graduate Recruitment and Admissions Office. Official transcripts must be sent directly to the Graduate Recruitment and Admissions Office from each institution attended except Central Connecticut State University.

Instructions for uploading the statement and for obtaining and submitting the recommendation letters will be found within the online application.

Contact: 860-832-2645