Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences online

The online Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences is a 37-credit, one-year degree that includes both science and non-science courses with the focus on upper-level science courses and non-clinical courses. You'll also have the flexibility to customize a program to your professional and academic interests and goals. 

Students in the program can take full advantage of our MCAT test prep course and linkage programs with two medical schools: Albany Medical College and New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine.

• Required courses

The estimated tuition for the Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences program as of the [2023-24] academic year is $51,150. Please note that additional university fees may apply.

Financial aid

There are a number of resources that may be available to help you finance your MS in Biomedical Sciences. Financial aid options include:

• Federal Financial Aid: Qualifying students can receive loans and grants to help cover the cost of tuition.*

• Scholarships and Fellowships: Merit-based awards are available for students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and potential.

• Veteran Benefits: Eligible veterans and their families may use their benefits toward tuition and fees.

*The summer term does not meet the required 4.5 credit threshold for Title IV aid eligibility. Prospective learners should plan accordingly and, once enrolled, can contact ACPHS Office of Financial Aid to discuss funding options.

Applying for federal student aid

• Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) , using Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences’s code, 002885.

• Sign the FAFSA electronically with your Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID.

• Apply for financial aid at the same time as you complete your program application

The online Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences from the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences seeks aspiring healthcare professionals ready to gain the knowledge, skills, and experiences required to excel in their chosen health professional fields. Applicants should hold an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution, with a preferred minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale — and have completed the appropriate prerequisite courses.

Degree requirements and prerequisite coursework

• A minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is preferred.

• Completion of appropriate prerequisite courses:

  • General Biology I & II (lecture + lab) / 8 credits

  • General Chemistry I & II (lecture + lab) / 8 credits

  • Organic Chemistry I & II (lecture + lab) / 8 credits

  • Biochemistry (lecture) / 3 credits

  • Statistics / 3 credits

• The following courses are required for Pre Med:

  • Physics (lecture + lab) / 8 credits

  • Behavioral Science / 3 credits

  • Calculus I (recommended) / 3 credits

  • English/Literature (recommended) / 3 credits

 Application deadlines

Application requirements

To complete an application, you will need to submit the following materials: 

• Official transcripts

• Official GRE or MCAT scores

• Professional or academic references

• Résumé or CV

• Personal statement

• English language proficiency