Northern Illinois University
The Graduate School

Program Summary

Biology teaching is a specialty within the master's degree program designed for teaching professionals who want to build upon their understanding of natural sciences to become a more knowledgeable teacher. Students create an individualized and unique program that builds upon their skills so they can reach their career goals.

Graduate Catalog Program Information

Program-Specific Admission Information and Requirements

Affiliated College: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Degree(s) Offered: M.S. in Biological Sciences

Area(s) of Emphasis:

• Specialization in Human Anatomical Sciences
• Concentration in Biochemistry
• Specialization in Biology Teaching

Program Requires GRE: Yes

Letters of Recommendation: 2

University Requirements

• Admissions to NIU Graduate School
• Application Materials

Application Deadlines

All application materials must be received by the appropriate deadline below to ensure priority consideration.