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MS in Biotechnology at UC Davis
A Biotechnology master's covers molecular biology, genetic engineering, bioprocessing and bioinformatics with substantial lab work. Here is what studying it at University of California, Davis (Davis) costs, who is eligible and what you can do after.
- Total ≈ ₹1 crore – ₹1.24 crore
- Tuition $30,000 – $42,000 a year
- STEM OPT eligible
- Loan & visa support
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How much does the MS in Biotechnology at UC Davis cost?
The MS in Biotechnology at University of California, Davis costs an Indian student about ₹1 crore – ₹1.24 crore in total: tuition of $30,000 – $42,000 a year, living costs of about $22,000 a year and one-time costs. After the degree: OPT: usually STEM-designated, so eligible for 12 months of OPT plus the 24-month STEM extension.
Official sources: University of California, Davis — official website
MS in Biotechnology at UC Davis at a glance
- Program
- MS in Biotechnology at University of California, Davis
- Typical length
- 2 years
- Tuition (international)
- $30,000 – $42,000 a year
- Total cost
- ₹1 crore – ₹1.24 crore
- Usual backgrounds
- B.Tech/B.Sc in Biotechnology and B.Sc in Microbiology, Biochemistry or Life Sciences
- English tests
- IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or Duolingo (as accepted by the university)
- GRE / GMAT
- GRE is optional at many universities but still helps for top programs and funding
- OPT / STEM
- OPT: usually STEM-designated, so eligible for 12 months of OPT plus the 24-month STEM extension
- Intakes
- Fall (Aug/Sep), Spring (Jan), limited Summer (May)
Cost
MS in Biotechnology at UC Davis: cost in rupees
University-wide tuition range for international graduate students; your program's exact fee is on the offer letter.
Specialisations
Biotechnology specialisations to look for
Biotechnology master's programs usually let you specialise in bioinformatics, biopharmaceuticals, genetic Engineering and industrial Biotechnology. Tracks, elective sets and thesis areas differ by university, so confirm on UC Davis's program page which of these University of California, Davis offers before you apply.
Eligibility
Entry requirements for Biotechnology at UC Davis
Usual expectations — the program page has the exact minimums.
Get this checklist on WhatsApp- Bachelor's: B.Tech/B.Sc in Biotechnology
- Bachelor's: B.Sc in Microbiology, Biochemistry or Life Sciences
- Bachelor's: B.Pharm
- Prerequisite: Molecular and cell biology
- Prerequisite: Lab experience
- Prerequisite: Basic chemistry
- English: IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or Duolingo (as accepted by the university)
- GRE/GMAT: GRE is optional at many universities but still helps for top programs and funding
Careers
Careers after Biotechnology — Sacramento & Davis
California's capital region, cheaper than the Bay Area
Loan
EMI on a ₹90 lakh loan
About 80% of the mid-point cost; EMIs start after the course and moratorium.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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Tuition is $30,000 – $42,000 a year; the total with living and one-time costs is about ₹1 crore – ₹1.24 crore over 2 years.
Usually if you have b.Tech/B.Sc in Biotechnology and b.Sc in Microbiology, Biochemistry or Life Sciences, with molecular and cell biology and lab experience. A 4-year bachelor's (B.Tech/BE) is the safest route; many universities also accept 3-year degrees, sometimes after a credential evaluation (WES or ECE).
Graduates move into roles such as Research Associate, Bioprocess Engineer, Quality Control Analyst and Bioinformatics Analyst. Employers look for lab techniques, data analysis and regulatory knowledge.
OPT: usually STEM-designated, so eligible for 12 months of OPT plus the 24-month STEM extension.
Most families combine savings with an education loan of about ₹90 lakh; the EMI at 10.5% over 10 years is about ₹1,21,441 a month.
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