Key information
Duration
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting August 2027 — Apply before Dec 2026
Language
English
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6.5
Credits
72 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Fort Collins, United States
Disciplines
- Biology
- Molecular Sciences
- Genetics
Overview
Key Features
We share a common goal of preparing the next generation of scientific leaders to make significant contributions in our field. We accomplish this by promoting a rigorous interdisciplinary curriculum, and an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative culture.
The Cell and Molecular Biology - Cancer Biology Specialization program from Colorado State University specialization includes 5CR of additional coursework and is ideal for those who want to explore research in basic mechanisms of cancer, animal models of cancer, cancer immunology, and therapeutics.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Cancer Biology
- Prions & Neurobiology
- Infectious Disease
- Microbiomes
- Stem Cells & Development
- Genome structure, evolution & repair
- Synthetic Biology
- Plant Molecular Biology
- Metabolism & Physiology
- Gene Expression
- STEM Communication
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6.5
General requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in any of the biological, biochemical, or physical sciences
- Includes a minimum of one year of biology, organic chemistry, physics, biochemistry and mathematics through differential & integral calculus
- Additional courses in cell biology, microbiology, developmental biology, immunology, genetics, physical chemistry, analytical chemistry, biophysics, physiology, anatomy, math, programming and statistics are taken in to consideration during evaluation for admission
- Most recently completed degree meets minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- One official transcript from each institution attended, even when showing as a transfer credit
- Three letters of recommendation (no standardized format)
- Personal statement of interests and future goals
- CV
- GRE scores are NOT required but may be provided
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 45,308 AUD / year (≈ 31,556 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 45,308 AUD / year (≈ 31,556 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 20,642 AUD / year (≈ 14,377 USD / year)
Living costs
Fort Collins, United States: 1,737–2,584 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
