Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology — Boston
Improve Lives through Science:
Whether your interest lies in research and development, manufacturing, testing, or quality assurance, a Bachelor of Science degree in Biotechnology can help get you on your way.
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Overview
Marked by rapidly changing technologies, techniques, and applications, biotechnology is one of the region’s most exciting and fastest-growing industries.
Built on a solid foundation of biology and chemistry, this innovative bachelor's degree program includes advanced courses in genomics, proteomics and bioinformatics, biotechnology and pharmaceutical processing, and quality control and validation, biomaterials, and more. Upon graduation, you will be equipped to pursue a career as a research associate in biotechnology or biopharma, or to launch a career in life sciences.
If you're a student from Middlesex Community College, check out the Biotechnology A2M Scholars Program. Eligible students can receive scholarships of up to $10,000 per student per year as well as a dedicated A2M support team, assistance with transportation and textbook costs, and more.
Additionally, through the BS Biotechnology/MS Biotechnology PlusOne Program, you can earn a Master of Science in Biotechnology with only one additional year of study beyond your bachelor's degree.
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For International Students
- Please refer to the application deadlines page for available intake terms.
Experiential / Co-op opportunities
Northeastern's signature experience-powered learning model has been at the heart of the university for more than a century. It combines world-class academics with professional practice, allowing you to acquire relevant, real-world skills you can immediately put into action in your current workplace.
This makes a Northeastern education a dynamic, transformative experience, giving you countless opportunities to grow as a professional and person.
Get Set with a Custom Course Plan
General Requirements
University-Wide Requirement
Minimum 120 total semester hours required
Minimum 2.000 GPA required
Students must earn a minimum of 60 Northeastern University semester hours in order to receive a bachelor’s degree.
Note: Individual program requirements may exceed the above minima.
NUpath Requirements
All undergraduate students are required to complete the NUpath Requirements.
Foundation Courses
37 semester hours required
English
Complete one of the following two courses and the corresponding lab:
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Complete the following two courses and the corresponding labs:
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Mathematics
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Information Technology
Choose one of the following:
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Philosophy
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Major Required Courses
41 semester hours required
Biotechnology
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Chemistry
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Biology
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Capstone
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Major Electives
Complete 15 semester hours from the following:
BIO, BTC, HSC, PHY
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Electives
Complete a minimum of 27 semester hours to reach 120 semester hours.
Now Let's Talk Admissions
You know where you are headed and you've seen how our program will lead you there. So let's get going. Here's what you need to know before you enroll.
Application Requirements
Application Facts – begin at our website
- No application fees
- No SATs or ACTs required
- Multiple start terms per year
Requirements
- Online application – free and simple to complete
- Academic transcripts: submit one of the following
- Official high school degree or completed attestation form
- Official GED
- Official associate degree showing degree conferral and date
- Transfer credit documentation: should be submitted with your application material
- Academic transcripts from each institution you previously attended:
- Official U.S. transcripts: if you applied previously earned credit toward your earned associate degree, you must request transcripts from each institution you attended.
- Official foreign transcripts: must include English translation. We encourage you to submit a course-by-course evaluation of your diploma(s) and transcript(s)
- College-level examinations: official examination score(s)
- Military evaluation
- Academic transcripts from each institution you previously attended:
- Proof of English language proficiency: ONLY for students for whom English is not their primary language
For more information on Bachelor's Completion Admissions Requirements, please visit our Application Web Page.
International Requirements
Are You an International Student? Find out what additional documents are required to apply.
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Financing Requirements
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Cost and Tuition
Application Deadlines
The deadlines below are recommended; however, admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis and applications submitted after these deadlines will still be considered for the upcoming term.
Summer 2021 Domestic Deadlines if Transferring Credit
| Start Date: May 10, 2021 | Deadline: April 12, 2021 |
| Start Date: June 30, 2021 | Deadline: June 2, 2021 |
Summer 2021 International Deadlines
| International out-of-country application complete (start date: May 10, 2021) | March 8, 2021 |
| International in-country application complete (start date: May 10, 2021) | April 12, 2021 |
Fall 2021Domestic Deadlines if Transferring Credit
| Start Date: September 9, 2021 | Deadline: August 12, 2021 |
| Start Date: October 27, 2021 | Deadline: September 29, 2021 |
Fall 2021 International Deadlines
| International out-of-county application complete (start date: September 9, 2021) | July 8, 2021 |
| International in-country application complete (start date: September 9, 2021) | August 12, 2021 |
Student Body Profile
Generally speaking, jobs in biotechnology companies, research institutions, local and state agencies, and private laboratories are expected to grow at an average to faster-than-average pace, with continued competition for basic research positions. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job opportunities in the biotechnology field are expected to be best for graduates who are well trained on equipment used in laboratories or production facilities.
What can you do with your degree?
This biotechnology program is well suited for individuals who wish to pursue a research position or launch a career in the life sciences field.
Job titles to consider include:
- Biological technician
- Agriculture and food scientist
- Medical or pharmaceutical researcher
- Lab assistant
- Organic substance analyst
- Engineering technician
- Research technician
- Scientific associate
- Research assistant
- Quality control specialist