Master of Science in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology
This interdisciplinary program is offered jointly by the Departments of Mathematical Sciences and Biological Sciences (see degree requirements).
- Its innovative curriculum involves courses in Biology, Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science.
- The program offers a choice between two tracks: one is designed for students with a general science/engineering background and the other is for students with a strong background in biology. Both tracks offer opportunities for research.
- Limited financial support in the form of scholarships and awards are provided. Additional scholarships are available for US citizens and permanent residents.
- Our students, both domestic and international, have a strong record of starting in full-time jobs right after graduation.
- To enhance career prospects, students can pursue Graduate Certificate in Data Science, and possibly use the certificate courses to fulfill the MS degree requirements.
- Eligible UT Dallas students can Fast Track into this MS program and take up to 15 credit hours of MS courses to fulfill the BS degree requirements.
- NSM Career Success Center is available to support professional development and experiential learning of students.
- This program accepts Quick Admit applications from eligible UT Dallas graduates of qualifying BS programs.
- GRE test score is not required for admission.
Placement
Most of our Bioinformatics & Computational Biology MS graduates go on to work in industry and for research institutions. Additionally, some choose to continue in academia for further graduate studies. A sample of recent full-time job placements is provided below.
Selected Recent Placements of Bioinformatics & Computational Biology MS Graduates
| Year | Placement |
| 2023 | Programmer Analyst, Children’s Medical Center Research Institute, UT Southwestern Medical Center |
| 2022 | Computational Biologist I, UT Southwestern Medical Center |
| 2022 | Data Engineer, Booz Allen Hamilton |
| 2022 | Computational Scientist, UT Southwestern Medical Center |
| 2022 | Science Learning Lab Manager, Tarrant County College |
Financial Support
NSM McDermott MS Admission Fellowship is offered to support highly qualified MS students. This fellowship is awarded on a competitive basis at the time of admission. All applicants are automatically considered for this fellowship, and a separate application is not required. Nonresidents of the State of Texas who receive this fellowship are also eligible to be considered for a Competitive Scholarship Waiver. This waiver enables them to pay tuition at the resident rate, but its granting is not assured.
Scholarships and Awards
MS students are additionally supported through the following awards:
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