Certificate Program in Biotechnology

Provides students with advanced laboratory skills in preparation for graduate school, medical school for careers in forensics or as research associates in the biotechnology industry. Our applied program prepares exceptionally competent graduates by:

teaching innovative biotechnical approaches and methodologies in small laboratory-based classes
providing numerous multi-disciplinary, "hands-on" laboratory experiences
training students in the handling of radioactivity
exposing students to state-of-the-art laboratories, equipment, and software
strengthening analytical, writing, presentation, and other professional skills
preparing students capable of designing, performing and publishing state-of-the-art research
promoting ethical and scientific decision making
cultivating a supportive environment that values diversity and teamwork
facilitating internship and employment opportunities with individuals in biotechnological industries

Degrees Offered

Students may enter the program as advanced undergraduates if they have the prerequisites.
Post-baccalaureate students may
- enter just the one year certification program or
- include the program as part of a masters' or doctoral degree

Admission Requirements

Completed Biotechnology Certificate Program Application
Three completed Biotechnology Certificate Program Recommendation Forms
Transcripts of all previous graduate and undergraduate course work
General GRE scores
Post-baccalaureate students must also be admitted to the Graduate School
International students must apply through the Rinker Center for International Programs
Application is strongly encouraged by March 1, prior to fall semester enrollment

Prerequisite:

A course in Cell Biology

Graduate Assistantships

For those seeking a graduate degree, assistantships are available by separate application to the Department of Biology, found online at www.bsu.edu/biology. Application is strongly encouraged by March 1 for fall semester enrollment.

Contact Information

Carolyn Vann, Ph.D.
Program Director/Professor of Biology
Department of Biology
Ball State University
Muncie, IN 47306
765-285-5155
cvann@bsu.edu

or

Susan McDowell, Ph.D.
Assistant Director/Assistant Professor of Biology
Department of Biology
Ball State University
Muncie, IN 47306
765-285-8846
samcdowell@bsu.edu