Our Biotechnology program offers a thorough education on the principles and techniques of biotechnology, equipping you with the necessary skills for a diverse array of careers in academia, government and industry. With access to cutting-edge research facilities, experienced faculty and real-world opportunities, you'll gain the skills and knowledge needed to make an impact in this exciting field.
In addition to the general scholarships and loans awarded by the Admissions Office, Kent State University has two scholarship programs of particular interest to biotechnology students.
The Choose Ohio First Scholarship Program provides scholarship support to Ohio residents who wish to pursue degrees in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or medicine (STEMM). The state of Ohio, recognizing that a workforce trained in these areas is essential for strengthening our economy, has created this program to provide tuition support to Ohio residents pursuing STEMM degrees.
For Ohio residents applying to Kent State University or already enrolled full-time, there are several academic areas eligible for support. Follow the links below for information on the individual programs. Transfer, first-generation and underrepresented minority students are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Kent State University Scholarships for Broadening Participation in the Sciences (DUE 11-54422) will annually provide 21 undergraduate scholarships, averaging $5,000 each to promising science students. The scholarships will be awarded to students who are financially disadvantaged thereby enabling them to pursue a full-time program of studies that can be completed in four years. Scholarship awardees will be linked academically through a shared interest in computational and quantitative approaches to problem solving in the natural and physical sciences. The scholarship is renewable each year and available from academic year 2012/13 until 2017/18. This continues the scholarship program that started in 2007/08 and ended in 2011/12 (NSF DUE 06-31088).
A main goal of this program is to increase the diversity in the sciences. As such we highly encourage students from underrepresented groups to apply. Individuals from minority populations who are interested in pursuing careers in any of the science disciplines should consider applying.
Each year, a scholarship award is given to one or two outstanding Biotechnology Students:
Awarded to an undergraduate student studying environmental microbiology, biotechnology, or similar field with preference given to biotechnology major. Recipient must have and maintain a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Fund shall be directed to tuition.
The program places particular emphasis on practical training and includes laboratories in general chemistry, cell biology, microbiology, biological chemistry, and molecular biology.
Most of the science courses for this interdisciplinary degree program in biotechnology are taught by faculty from the Department of Biological Sciences and the Department of Chemistry. Many of the faculty in these departments employ biotechnology methods (e.g. cell culture, antibody technologies, recombinant DNA technologies, gene targeting, protein engineering technologies, bioimaging, etc.) and/or are involved in the development of such methods as part of their research.
A number of the faculty have been honored with teaching awards, including the Alumni Association’s Distinguished Teaching Award and the College of Arts and Sciences Student Advisory Council Award for Outstanding Teaching.
Graduates of Kent State University’s Bachelor of Science Degree in Biotechnology are well-prepared for a variety of careers in the rapidly evolving fields of healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and agricultural sciences. They can pursue roles as research scientists, quality control analysts, and biomanufacturing specialists in biotechnology companies, research institutions, and governmental agencies. The program equips students with essential skills in molecular biology, genetic engineering, and bioinformatics, making them valuable assets in developing new therapies, improving agricultural practices, and conducting environmental assessments. Additionally, graduates may choose to further their education in graduate programs or professional schools, expanding their opportunities in specialized areas such as medicine, veterinary science, or environmental science.
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