Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology
Why consider finishing your Bachelor's in Biotechnology at Northeastern?
Whether you want to pursue a science-based career or a graduate degree in a science- or health-related field, the Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology degree at Northeastern University can help you take that first step.
By choosing this bachelor's completion program you will have the opportunity to:
- Gain a foundation in biology and chemistry, as well as specialized knowledge in biotechnology, genomics, proteomics, and quality control and validation, all developed and aligned based on industry demand.
- Demonstrate mastery of basic scientific knowledge and state-of-the-art biotechnology applications, processes, and techniques in diverse areas, including research and development in academia and industry, plant production of high tech products, regulatory governmental affairs, and more.
- Connect with an extensive network of biotechnology professionals and alumni, employed at the likes of Takeda, Vertex, Sanofi, and Genewiz.
- Tailor your learning experience by choosing from electives in genomics, proteomics and bioinformatics, biotechnology and pharmaceutical processing, and quality control and validation, biomaterials, and more.
- Gain real-world work experience through experiential projects that partner you with industry-leading companies.
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Prepare yourself for post-baccalaureate employment in:
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Biotech companies
- Biotech start-ups
- Research labs
- and more
Acquire prerequisites that can be applied toward a graduate degree if you plan on continuing your education in
Scholarship Opportunities
- Lowell Institute Scholarships (up to $15,000)
- Professional Advancement Scholarships (up to $10,000)
- Ruby Linn Scholarship for Servicemembers and Veterans (up to $10,000)
- Dean's "Break Through" Scholarship (up to $10,000)
- Community College Scholarships (up to $5,000)
- Biotechnology A2M Scholars Program (up to $30,000)
Biotechnology A2M Scholars Program
The NSF (National Science Foundation) has awarded Northeastern University and Middlesex Community College scholarship funds (up to $10,000 per year per student) to assist qualifying students looking to pursue their associate, bachelor’s, or master’s degree in biotechnology.
In addition to scholarships, the Biotech A2M Scholars Program provides students with:
- Pathway to Northeastern’s accelerated PlusOne Master’s degree program allowing students to apply up to 16 credits to both their B.S. and M.S. in biotechnology at no additional cost
- Dedicated Biotech A2M support team to provide guidance to students as they pursue their A.S., B.S., and M.S. in biotechnology
- Assistance with transportation and textbook costs for qualifying students
- Opportunities for industry and peer mentorship as well as undergraduate research experiences and paid internships
About Northeastern
Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning. Our approach of integrating real-world experience with education, research, and innovation empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create worldwide impact.
Our global university system provides our community and academic, government, and industry partners with unique opportunities to think locally and act globally. The system—which includes 13 campuses across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, 300,000-plus alumni, and more than 3,500 partners worldwide—serves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions.
Northeastern’s personalized, experiential undergraduate and graduate programs lead to degrees through the doctorate in 10 colleges and schools across our campuses. Learning emphasizes the intersection of data, technology, and human literacies, uniquely preparing graduates for careers of the future and lives of fulfillment and accomplishment.
Our research enterprise, with an R1 Carnegie classification, is solutions oriented and spans the world. Our faculty scholars and students work in teams that cross not just disciplines, but also sectors—aligned around solving today’s highly interconnected global challenges and focused on transformative impact for humankind.