The Department of Biological Sciences at Clemson University offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Biological Sciences, Environmental Toxicology, and Microbiology, with emphases that comprise the vast range of research areas available within the department. An online M.S., designed specifically for teachers and other science educators interested in biological sciences, is also available.
The goals of our programs are to develop scientists with:
Use the buttons below to learn more about the degrees offered through the Department of Biological Sciences.
As part of the graduate program, you can expect the support you need to find success in your studies. Here are six ways the Department of Biological Sciences works with its grad students.
Graduate students in the Department of Biological Sciences will receive one-on-one training from their adviser and other faculty members chosen from inside and outside the department.
Biological sciences is a broad, interdisciplinary field that joins many elements within the life sciences. Our graduate programs in Biological Sciences, Environmental Toxicology, and Microbiology represent that scope, with opportunities for innovative, collaborative research.
Class offerings within the department reflect the breadth of expertise among our faculty, including courses in microbiology, molecular biology, cell biology, evolution, ecology
Plan of Study - Biological Sciences
Plan of Study - Environmental Toxicology
Plan of Study - Microbiology
Whether writing a grant, presenting at a scientific conference, designing an experiment or teaching undergraduate students, communication skills are necessary for any scientist to flourish. Our faculty members train graduate students, passing along the skills they need to get the careers they want.
Both teaching and research assistantships are available to provide support to graduate students accepted into the Biological Sciences, Environmental Toxicology or Microbiology graduate programs. While there are no assistantships available for the Online M.S. in Biological Sciences for science teachers, financial aid is an option offered through the Office of Student Financial Aid.
We recognize that the people you meet and the connections you make as a graduate student are often as important as your time in the lab. Our seminars, reading groups
Find more about how to apply on this page. Additional resources include:
Department of Biological Sciences
132 Long Hall
Clemson, SC 29634
✉ biolsci@clemson.edu
☏ 864-656-2328
To find out more about these programs, contact our graduate coordinators: