Program Overview
The Biotechnology at Rush University is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Biotechnology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 12,844 (Tuition (Trimester)) — National students
- Location: Chicago, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biotechnology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Functional Cell Biology
- Functional Tissue Biology
- Biomedical Ethics
- Medical Research Strategies/Statistics
- Writing Practicum
- Tools for Research (Experimentation II)
- Laboratory Techniques III (electrophorsis; genomics; transformation; transfection; PCR)
- Laboratory Techniques IV (study design; animal handling; surgical techniques)
- Laboratory Techniques V (ELISA; chromatography; densitometry/imaging)
- Laboratory Techniques VI (histo- and immunochemistry; microscopy)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Completion and submission of the online application, statement of purpose, and resume.
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended - applicants must show proof of completion of a Bachelor\'s degree or show progress toward completing a degree. All majors accepted, but classes in the basic sciences are necessary including Biology, Chemistry, and Organic Chemistry (all with labs) as well as College Physics and College Math (calculus preferred)
- 3 letters of recommendation (academic sources preferred)
- GRE or other relevant test examinations (e.g., MCAT, DAT, and GMAT)
- All candidates will be interviewed
- International applicants (applicants who have pursued a degree from outside of the U.S. must also submit an ECE course by course evaluation of their transcripts - we do not accept WES evaluations
- International applicants whose native language is not English must also submit official TOEFL scores - we do not accept IELTS
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Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 12,844 (Tuition (Trimester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 12,844 (Tuition (Trimester)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Rush University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Rush University
Rush University
Chicago, United States
Rush University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline May 3, 2026
- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months