Graduate Pathway in Multidisciplinary Biomedical Sciences
INTO UAB's Graduate Pathway program in Multidisciplinary Biomedical Sciences will prepare you to enter the second year of a master’s degree program at The University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Pathway program and meeting university requirements for graduate admission, you may enter your next semester of graduate study at The University of Alabama at Birmingham. This transition from an INTO Graduate Pathway program to a university degree program is called progression.
Degree Program Components
2-Semester:
- 30 credit hour program
- 14 credit hours apply from Pathway
- 16 credit hours remaining toward degree
Want to customize your studies to suit you? We’d love to see you on campus, but if you are unable to travel, our flexible learning options allow you to start your degree right away, wherever you are, on-campus or online.
No matter where and how you study, we guarantee the same high-quality programs and faculty and the same outcomes.
When you’re able to join us in person, we’ll make the transition to on-campus learning as smooth as possible, supporting you every step of the way. And with our partner universities carefully following COVID-19 regulations, we’ll always put your health and wellbeing first, so you can focus on what matters – your future.
Course features
- Develop your knowledge and skills through active learning in your chosen subject area.
- Guaranteed university placement for all successful students.
- Adapt to studying in the US with a strong focus on study and research skills.
- Improve your English level and develop the vocabulary for your chosen degree subject.
- Students have the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills through internships after completing course work.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
TOEFL 65, IELTS 5.5, PTEA 44, Completion of Academic English Level 4, Password overall Level 6, IELA 169, Duolingo 95, TOEFL Essentials 7.0. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | 2.5 GPA in 4 Year Bachelor's Program or Equivalent. Must have two of the following courses: Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Genetics, Developmental, Biology, or Organic Chemistry. |
We support you. We are committed to helping talented and ambitious international students like you achieve the goal of studying at a world-class US university.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Tuition |
| 16 August 2022 | 21 April 2023 |
2 Semesters
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USD $29,840 |
| 4 January 2023 | 11 August 2023 |
2 Semesters
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USD $29,840 |
| 3 May 2023 | 8 December 2023 |
2 Semesters
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USD $29,840 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 14 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
9-12 hours per week |
What do I need to progress?
Minimum 3.0 GPA in graduate level courses. 80% Minimum in all required ELI courses. B or better in all courses. No grades of I or W permitted.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
TOEFL 65, IELTS 5.5, PTEA 44, Completion of Academic English Level 4, Password overall Level 6, IELA 169, Duolingo 95, TOEFL Essentials 7.0. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | 2.5 GPA in 4 Year Bachelor's Program or Equivalent. Must have two of the following courses: Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Genetics, Developmental, Biology, or Organic Chemistry. |
We support you. We are committed to helping talented and ambitious international students like you achieve the goal of studying at a world-class US university.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Tuition |
| 15 August 2023 | 19 April 2024 |
2 Semesters
View Term dates |
* |
| 3 January 2024 | 16 August 2024 |
2 Semesters
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* |
| 1 May 2024 | 13 December 2024 |
2 Semesters
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* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 14 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
9-12 hours per week |
What do I need to progress?
Minimum 3.0 GPA in graduate level courses. 80% Minimum in all required ELI courses. B or better in all courses. No grades of I or W permitted.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
TOEFL 65, IELTS 5.5, PTEA 44, Completion of Academic English Level 4, Password overall Level 6, IELA 169, Duolingo 95, TOEFL Essentials 7.0. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | 2.5 GPA in 4 Year Bachelor's Program or Equivalent. Must have two of the following courses: Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Genetics, Developmental, Biology, or Organic Chemistry. |
We support you. We are committed to helping talented and ambitious international students like you achieve the goal of studying at a world-class US university.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Tuition |
| 16 August 2022 | 21 April 2023 |
2 Semesters
View Term dates |
USD $29,840 |
| 4 January 2023 | 11 August 2023 |
2 Semesters
View Term dates |
USD $29,840 |
| 3 May 2023 | 8 December 2023 |
2 Semesters
View Term dates |
USD $29,840 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 14 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
9-12 hours per week |
What do I need to progress?
Minimum 3.0 GPA in graduate level courses. 80% Minimum in all required ELI courses. B or better in all courses. No grades of I or W permitted.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
TOEFL 65, IELTS 5.5, PTEA 44, Completion of Academic English Level 4, Password overall Level 6, IELA 169, Duolingo 95, TOEFL Essentials 7.0. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | 2.5 GPA in 4 Year Bachelor's Program or Equivalent. Must have two of the following courses: Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Genetics, Developmental, Biology, or Organic Chemistry. |
We support you. We are committed to helping talented and ambitious international students like you achieve the goal of studying at a world-class US university.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Tuition |
| 15 August 2023 | 19 April 2024 |
2 Semesters
View Term dates |
* |
| 3 January 2024 | 16 August 2024 |
2 Semesters
View Term dates |
* |
| 1 May 2024 | 13 December 2024 |
2 Semesters
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 14 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
9-12 hours per week |
What do I need to progress?
Minimum 3.0 GPA in graduate level courses. 80% Minimum in all required ELI courses. B or better in all courses. No grades of I or W permitted.