Master in Biotechnology (Master's)

Tuition fees for Master in Biotechnology (Master's) are 36,000 USD per year.

Students study biological sciences, biochemistry, and genetics for new and improved agricultural, environmental, clinical, and industrial products. They also study bioinformatics, gene identification, phylogenetics, comparative genomics, bioinorganic chemistry, immunoassaying, DNA sequencing, xenotransplantation, genetic engineering, microbiology, regulations, and ethics.

They may work on agricultural, environmental, clinical, and industrial products. They may also apply this training to drug and biologic development, enzyme-based production, and the commercial use of microbes, plants, and animals. Some roles involve biotechnology management, marketing, patent law, regulations, and ethics.

For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 77% of applicants.

Clarkson University in Potsdam, New York, established in 1896, is a private research university that blends technical excellence with a supportive campus community. Home to roughly 4,000 students, including an engaged international cohort, Clarkson emphasizes close faculty mentoring and a collaborative learning culture that helps students develop both technical depth and professional agility.

The university offers about 86 programs across engineering, business, sciences, health disciplines and liberal arts, with a strong emphasis on experiential education. Research, internships, co-op placements and industry partnerships are central to the student experience, allowing learners to apply classroom theory to real projects. Small class sizes and accessible faculty mentoring ensure individualized academic support and opportunities to contribute to meaningful research and design work.

Graduates leave with practical skills, workplace experience and professional networks that support careers in industry, research and entrepreneurship. Clarkson also provides student services for international applicants, including orientation, visa guidance and career advising. For students seeking rigorous STEM and business education with hands-on learning and clear pathways to professional outcomes, Clarkson offers a focused and supportive environment.