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Bioinformatics, M.S.

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Program Overview

Shape the Future of Science and Technology

Interested in joining a forward-thinking community at the intersection of biology, chemistry, mathematics, statistics, computing, informatics and engineering? The M.S. in Bioinformatics program at Charlotte strives to empower ambitious individuals with the skills to develop, evaluate and deploy cutting-edge bioinformatics applications. At Charlotte you will prepare for a thriving career in the biotechnology sector, where the demand for life scientists with quantitative and computational expertise is rapidly growing.

PROGRAM CONTACTS

Elizabeth Cooper (Program Director): ecoope23@charlotte.edu

Ani Mercincavage (Program Coordinator): amercincavage@charlotte.edu

Bioinformatics, M.S. at a Glance

The program Bioinformatics M.S. is an interdisciplinary program at the intersection of the disciplines of Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Statistics, Computing and Informatics and Engineering.

Delivery
On-Campus
credit hours
35 Credit Hours
Admits
Spring and Fall
Application deadlines
October 1 (Spring Priority), December 1 (Spring Final), March 1 (Fall Priority), August 1 (Fall Final)
Student Testimonial

“Every faculty member in the department goes out of their way to see students succeed.

The concepts we learn in each class are quickly put into practice to solve real world scenarios. It doesn’t matter if it is biology, statistics, chemistry, or computer science… all subjects are well covered and interwoven to give us the best possible academic formation.”

– Juan Bolanos, M.S. Bioinformatics Student

What is Bioinformatics?

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Already a 49er? Early Entry Option Available

Exceptional undergraduate students at UNC Charlotte  program may apply to the Early Entry Program to begin work toward a graduate degree before completion of the bachelor’s degree.