Southeast Missouri State University
Southeast Missouri State University

1 University Plaza, Cape Girardeau, Missouri, USA

Bachelor of Science - Biology - Microbiology, Cellular And Molecular Biology, and Biotechnology

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Summary

A microbiology, cellular and molecular biology, and biotechnology option is for the student who is preparing to do graduate work in any area of the laboratory life sciences. There is high demand for graduates with laboratory research training in the public and private sectors. Required and supporting courses provide the background that is essential for admission into life sciences graduate programs or for employment in biotechnology.

The curriculum includes rigorous coursework in general microbiology, laboratory methods in biotechnology, and molecular genetics. Core courses will prepare students for any area of biology.
  • Select courses in virology, immunology, investigative molecular biology, epidemiology, physiology, bioinformatics, health physics, and toxicology.
  • Gain competitive graduate school advantage with coursework in chemistry, biochemistry, and mathematics.
  • Engage with faculty advisors who are both active in research programs and readily involve students in their research programs.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

Grade 12 / High School

Minimum GPA

60%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

10

Writing

10

Listening

10

Speaking

10

Program Intakes

Open date

June 25, 2025

Submission deadline

July 1, 2025

Open date

May 1, 2025

Submission deadline

November 1, 2025

Cost and Duration

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Level

4 year bachelor's degree including an internship

Program Length

$12000 USD

Cost of Living

$60 USD

Application fee

$16395 USD / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

Health Insurance Fees: $1,387 per year
Books and Supplies Fees: $365 per year
Enrollment Fee (International Students): $200 (one time)