What is the HSC Advantage?
Great Value
UT Tyler Health Science Center (HSC) offers the master of Science in Biotechnology at just a fraction of the cost of other institutions; we encourage you to compare our cost to other institutions.* At just $256 per credit hour for Texas residents, HSC is one of the most affordable programs in the state of Texas. Additionally, scholarships and graduate assistantships are available for students to help offset the cost of their education. (See Student Financial Services)
*Based on 2020-2021 tuition data.
Unparalleled Faculty
HSC employs the most qualified, experienced research and teaching faculty in the region. Learn from professors who have a lifetime of experience in biomedical research. The University’s diverse faculty have been responsible for a plethora of advancements in biomedical research.
Access to Funded Researchers
HSC offers graduate students unmatched access to nationally and internationally recognized biomedical research, allowing students to learn from and work alongside world-class National Institutes of Health (NIH)- funded biomedical research faculty. In doing so, there is an abundant opportunity for publication in peer-reviewed, first-class science journals.
Hands-on Experience
At HSC students can expect to gain meaningful hands-on experience throughout the completion of their degree. Using state-of-the-art techniques including high-tech imaging, molecular and immunology instrumentation, new groundbreaking intellectual property, and much more, true experiential learning is at your fingertips.
Faculty Relationships
At HSC you’re never just a number; you’re always a name. The University strives to maintain a low faculty-to-student ratio to foster personalized interactions and meaningful relationships that extend well beyond commencement. This low ratio allows for the maximization of personalized attention.