PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology

Portland, ME

Full-Time, Part-Time

1 year

Generous Scholarships Available

The Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology is designed for individuals to obtain a strong foundation in basic biotechnology concepts and skills. Students, particularly those who are working in fields other than biotechnology, will acquire competency and learn new practical skills that will enable them to increase productivity and allow for transitions into more biotechnology-related fields.

All Roux Institute programs provide content relevant to the urgent and emerging needs of industry in Maine and the rapidly evolving regional, national, and global economy. Opportunities for experiential learning will be concentrated in Portland, the state of Maine, and the Northeast region. Students are encouraged to pursue co-ops and special virtual Experiential Network projects with the institute’s founding corporate partners, a group of leading employers in Maine.

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Program Objectives

Unique Features

Stackable certificates consist of four or five courses totaling 12 semester hour credits.
The certificate may serve as a gateway to the Master of Science in Biotechnology program. Individuals who successfully complete a certificate can apply to the Master of Science in Biotechnology program and, if accepted, apply all credits toward the degree program.
Lab courses are delivered on ground in Portland.
Industry-aligned faculty have real-world experience.
The program is delivered through a hybrid model of online and on-site learning.

Tuition & Admission

Estimated Total Tuition

This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2022-2023 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time. For more detailed information, please visit Student Financial Services.

$20.7K

Tuition

Admission Requirements

Online application
Application fee
Unofficial transcripts for all institutions attended; official transcripts required upon acceptance of admission offer
Personal statement
Two letters of recommendation

Pre-requisite form indicating completion of at least one course in biochemistry, organic chemistry, or advanced biology such as molecular biology, genetics or advanced physiology
Resumé
English language proficiency:
- Degree earned or in progress at a U.S. institution
- Degree earned or in progress at an institution where English is the only medium of instruction
- Official exam scores from either the TOEFL iBT (institution code is 3682), IELTS, PTE exam, or Duolingo English Test. Scores are valid for 2 years from the test date.

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Admission Dates

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Scholarship & Aid

Generous scholarships

The Roux Institute is currently offering generous scholarships to meet the financial needs of all students through its Alfond Scholars Initiative. Each award is determined by an individual assessment. And Northeastern alumni receive a Double Husky Scholarship —a tuition discount of 25 percent.

Learn more about the Alfond Scholars Initiative

Corporate tuition benefits

Many employers subsidize education for their employees. Speak with yours about any tuition benefits your company may offer.

Special military scholarships

For military veterans and servicemembers, a limited number of donor-funded scholarships are available even after all other aid has been awarded to help with commuting costs, childcare, and other costs of living.

Learn more about military scholarships

Federal aid

You can apply for federal aid grants and loans through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA.

Learn about the FAFSA

Curriculum

Please view the Course Catalog for information regarding the program curriculum.

Student Stories

Roux PhD Student Aims to Make Maine the Next Biotechnology Hub

Griffin Scott, who recently earned a master’s in bioinformatics at Northeastern University’s Roux Institute, is not afraid to make bold claims about the possibilities of biotechnology.

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