Tuition rates are effective for the academic year listed. Tuition is subject to change in July of each year.
Nebraska Resident:
| | Tuition | Distance Ed. Fee | Technology Fee | Library Fee | Total |
|---|
| Per credit hour | $275.00 | $25.00 | $10.00 | $4.00 | $314.00 |
| 3 credit hour | $825.00 | $75.00 | $30.00 | $12.00 | $942.00 |
Non-Resident:
| | Tuition | Distance Ed. Fee | Technology Fee | Library Fee | Total |
|---|
| Per credit hour | $466.00 | $25.00 | $10.00 | $4.00 | $505.00 |
| 3 credit hour | $1,398.00 | $75.00 | $30.00 | $12.00 | $1,515.00 |
Note: A $25.00 materials fee per credit hour will be assessed for both resident and non-resident students.
Note: A $4.00 student records fee will be assessed each semester for both resident and non-resident students.
The online master's in Biology degree program requires 36 credit hours. The program is offered as a non-thesis option (Option B); in lieu of a defense of thesis, students completing Option B will be required to pass a written comprehensive examination covering the major areas of the biological sciences during their last term of enrollment.
Program of Study
| Core Courses |
BIOL 802, 820, 831, 881 and 827 OR 863 |
| Electives |
Students may, in conjunction with their adviser, choose from a variety of online electives. |
For a course rotation schedule and full list of available elective courses, visit the Biology course page >
Course Name
Course #
Credits
Core Courses
Organic Evolution
BIOL 802
3
Sample Syllabus A study of evolution beginning with the origin of life and characterizing biological mechanisms of evolution leading to present biodiversity.
Intro to Graduate Study
BIOL 820
3
Sample Syllabus An introduction to graduate research methods and biological techniques for the professional teacher and biologist. Emphasis on literature of science, design of a problem, methods and techniques of biological investigation and scientific writing. The student will submit a research proposal as one requirement of the course. The student is encouraged to take this course during his/her first nine hours of graduate work in Biology.
Biological Statistics
BIOL 827
3
Sample Syllabus Biostatistics introduces statistical techniques useful for biological research. The class also emphasizes the importance of experimental design both in the lab and in the field for conducting successful research. This class assumes some familiarity with basic descriptive statistics and properties of probability. More specifically, the class includes parametric, non-parametric, univariate, and multivariate statistics as well as mark-recapture techniques, null models, and sampling design.
Biological Research
BIOL 831
1-3
(6 credits needed in total)
Sample Syllabus The goal of this course is to acquaint a student with research associated with the biological sciences. After completing six hours, a student will have a thorough literature review, have designed a novel set of experiments, created research materials and methods, collected and analyzed data, and a written final report in a format agreed upon by the student and the advisor. This course requires permission to register.
Biological Perspectives
BIOL 863
3
Sample Syllabus A review of the major advances in biology from the ancients to the present, with emphasis on paradigm shifts and science as a human endeavor. Offered on-line summer only.
Current Issues in Biology
BIOL 881
1
(3 credits needed in total) Sample Syllabus This course will expose the student to many different biological research topics, stimulate discussion on these topics, promote awareness of current issues in biology, and help students to use new biological information, thus ensuring students are able to prepare appropriate presentations for scientific meetings.
Note: 6 credit hours of Biological Research required 3 credit hours of Current Issues in Biology required
University of Nebraska online programs have the same quality instructional faculty as on campus; individuals from a variety of backgrounds, who embody the combined qualities resulting from research experience and professional/field experience.
Marc Albrecht, Ph.D., Associate Professor
Kimberly Ann Carlson, Ph.D., Professor
Kerri Farnsworth-Hoback, Ph.D., Professor
Thomas Freeman, Ph.D., Assistant Professor
W. Wyatt Hoback, Ph.D, Professor
Keith Koupal, Ph.D., Lecturer
Letitia Reichart, Ph.D., Assistant Professor
Steve Rothenberger, Ph.D., Professor
Casey Schoenebeck, Ph.D., Assistant Professor
Julie Shaffer, Ph. D., Professor and Graduate Committee Chair
Dawn Simon, Ph.D., Assistant Professor
Rick Simonson, M.S., Senior Lecturer
Joseph Springer, Ph.D., Professor, Dept. Chair
Janet Steele, Ph.D., Professor and Program Director
Paul Twigg, Ph.D., Professor
Brad Ericson, Ph.D., Associate Professor
Keith Geluso, Ph.D., Associate Professor