Clemson University offers a Master of Science in Microbiology through its Department of Biological Sciences. This program lasts for 18 months and provides students with a solid foundation in microbiology. The total tuition fees for this program are USD 28,562. To apply for the Master of Science in Microbiology at Clemson University, students must demonstrate their English language skills. Accepted tests for English proficiency include IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE.

12th Grade

There is no specific cutoff mentioned for 12th-grade requirements.

Graduation

Applicants need to have a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification. The prerequisites include subjects like Calculus, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular/Cell Biology, General Microbiology, and Physics.

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GRE

Marks: No specific cutoff mentioned

There is no specific cutoff mentioned for GRE. However, accepted students generally have a Verbal and Quantitative score of 150 or higher and an Analytical score of at least 4.

TOEFL

Marks: 102.0

The minimum TOEFL score required is 102 out of 120, with a score greater than 20 in the speaking section.

IELTS

Marks: 7.5

The minimum IELTS score required is 7.5 out of 9.

PTE

Marks: 54.0

The minimum PTE score required is 54 out of 90.

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Clemson University Application Process

Step 1: Prepare Your Documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)

Your SOP should explain why you want to get a graduate degree, what research areas interest you, and your research experience. Include your long-term career goals and why a graduate degree is important for them. Also, mention why you want to work with the specific faculty advisors listed in your application. This should be no longer than 2 pages. (Required only for M.S. in Microbiology)

Letters of Recommendation (LOR)

You need to submit 2 letters of recommendation for the M.S. in Microbiology program.

Resume/CV

A resume or CV is required that includes your work experience.

Step 2: Additional Documents Required

Make sure to include the following documents:

• A copy of your unofficial transcripts
• Your TOEFL or IELTS score
• Financial Certification form

Also, you need to write a personal statement answering these two questions:

• Why do you want to pursue a graduate degree in your chosen field?
• Why do you want to study at Clemson University?

Step 3: Start Your Online Application

Begin your application process by filling out the online application form.

Step 4: Application Fees

The application fee is USD 90, which is about INR 7.58 thousand.

You can pay using a credit card or debit card.

Clemson University offers a Four Payment Plan. This plan helps you pay your tuition and fees in up to four monthly payments for the fall or spring semester.

With the Four Payment Plan, you will not pay any interest. However, there is a non-refundable fee of $75 due when you sign up for this payment plan.

Step 5: Application Deadline

The deadline for the fall semester (August) is December 1st.

Please note that these dates are tentative based on last year's records. For the exact deadline, consult with our expert counselors.

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 84.27 | Tuition & expenses were last updated in December 2024"