Graduate Pathway in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology

Saint Louis University

Program Details

Graduate Pathway in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology

Saint Louis University

Academic Requirements
Undergraduate degree or equivalent in Biology, Biochemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics or closely related field. GPA 2.75 on a 4.0 scale. Professional goal statement. Letters of recommendation optional. Recommended that students have most of the following: 1 year of Biology, Chemistry, and Calculus; Molecular and Cellular Biology; Genetics; Introduction to Programming; Data Structures; Discrete Math; Statistics.
English Language Requirements
TOEFL 75, IELTS 6.0 (6.0 subscores in reading and writing), PTEA 50, TOEFL Essentials 8, or Duolingo 105

2027 Spring Start (January)

Program start date : 7th January 2027 - Program end date: 14th May 2027

  • Semester 1 spring: 7th January 2027 - 14th May 2027

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

$ 22,230.00

Approximate cost

$ 22,230.00

Detailed pricing breakdown coming soon

Degree Program Components
30 Credit hour program, 6 Credit hours apply from Pathway, 24 Credit hours remaining towards degree
Credit Number
Sample Classes Title
Credit Units

Semester 1

5XXX
Bioinformatics Elective
3 Credit Units
BCB 5200
Introduction to Bioinformatics I
3 Credit Units
EAP 4200
Advanced Reading & Writing as Researchers
3 Credit Units
EAP 4250
Listening & Speaking for International Graduate Students II
2 Credit Units
Total credit units
11 Credit Units
Notes
  • * These courses are generally delivered through the INTO Center and are for Pathway students only. Students must maintain 2.0 GPA per semester to remain in good academic standing.

  • Elective courses will be determined in consultation with department. May be in Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Statistics.