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ADMISSION TO THE M.S. PROGRAM IN BIOLOGY/ORAL BIOLOGY
The M.S. Program in Biology/Oral Biology seeks candidates of the highest caliber to make a major contribution to the newer knowledge in oral biology.
The program is open to candidates with a dental degree from a US or international dental school, or with a baccalaureate or equivalent. Candidates are chosen based on their academic records, recommendations, and an assessment of the candidate's scientific potential. All candidates must meet the requirements of the Department of Biology of the Graduate School of Arts & Science. Candidates should have a strong background in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics. A supervisor, who is a member of the graduate faculty, is assigned to each student to closely monitor the student's progress.
Applicants who are graduates of international dental schools are required to submit evidence of all previous education and training. This should include 1) a copy of the applicant's diploma from a dental school listed and approved by the World Health Organization (copy of original and certified English translation); 2) a copy of the applicant's school transcript (copy of original and certified English translation); and 3) a letter of recommendation from the dean or other senior faculty member. The applicant must also understand and be able to communicate in English, both written and oral. Accordingly, every applicant whose native language is other than English is required to take the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) and to submit the scores. Scores of less than 230 are generally not acceptable.
Candidates are encouraged to apply one full year prior to the starting date of the program, as listed in the bulletin of the Graduate School of Arts & Science. The M.S. Program in Biology/Oral Biology usually accepts candidates for admission for the fall term but spring term admissions are also decided on an individual basis.
Students are awarded the M.S. degree upon 1) completion of 36 credits with an average of B or better, of which 8 credits must be based on an original research thesis which is mandatory, and 2) completion and defense of an original research project.
Application Procedures
Applications for admission to the M.S. Program in Biology/Oral Biology can be obtained by writing to:
Graduate School of Arts & Science
New York University
Office of Admissions and Financial Aid
6 Washington Square North
Post Office Box 907, Cooper Station
New York, NY 10276-0907
Telephone: (212) 998-8050
Fax: (212) 995-4180
Further information about this program may be obtained by writing to:
Graduate Coordinator
Department of Basic Science & Craniofacial Biology, #837S
New York University
College of Dentistry
345 East 24th Street
New York, NY 10010
Telephone: (212) 998-9545
Fax: (212) 995-4087
