Master of Science [M.S] (Bioinformatics)
Field of Study:
$14,361 /Yr
Important Alert
- Application Deadline For Winter 2025 Intake - Aug 1, 2025
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
---|---|
Tuition Fees | $14361 (CAD 19673) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Room(On Campus) | $10967 (CAD 15023) |
Room(Off Campus) | $5475 (CAD 7500) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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2024 | $13879 (CAD 19013) |
2023 | $5941 (CAD 8139) |
2022 | $13478 (CAD 18463) |
2021 | $9481 (CAD 12988) |
Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Application Deadline For Fall 2025 Intake | |
Application Deadline For Winter 2025 Intake | Aug 1, 2025 |
- The Master of Science in Bioinformatics is a 2-year program at Carleton University.
- Bioinformatics is an increasingly important scientific discipline dedicated to the pursuit of fundamental questions about the structure, function, and evolution of biological entities.
- At Carleton, students can obtain one of the following
- MSc Biology with a Specialization in Bioinformatics
- MSc Mathematics and Statistics with a Specialization in Bioinformatics
- MASc in Biomedical Engineering with a Specialization in Bioinformatics
- Carleton’s location in Ottawa allows access to many government departments and headquarters for organizations and industries so many career opportunities are just down the road.
- Students can also apply for the following Collaborating Programs:
- Biology
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Biomedical Engineering
- The student to faculty ratio is 12:1 which bridges the gap between faculty and students.
- Carleton University has an acceptance rate of 21%, compared to other Canadian universities.
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have a 4-year bachelor’s degree in a related field from a recognized institution.
- The related fields include a UG degree in Marketing, Finance, Arts, Science, Government, Retail, Manufacturing.
- GPA of at least 3.0/4.33 (B grade) which is the equivalent of 8.0/12 on Carleton’s scale is required to be eligible for the program.
Work Experience Eligibility:
Students must have a 2-years of professional work experience to apply for the MBA program.
Others:
Students without related academic experience or work experience students are also encouraged to apply, given they fulfil the following requirement:
- Students who do not possess 2-year of professional work experience must complete the Internship portion of the MBA program.
- Two academic recommendations from professors are required unless the candidate meets the work experience criteria.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed of both a Bachelor’s (3 years) degree and a Master’s degree.
- Or, completed a Bachelor’s degree requiring 4 years of study (e.g., B.Pharm., M.B.B.S, or B.Arch).
- Or, obtain a first-class division (75% or above, Distinction or Outstanding).
- Or, complete 3-year UG from an institution accredited by either AACSB, EQUIS or AMBA.
Submission of GMAT scores is compulsory for this program, however, students may submit a GRE score too in lieu of that.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Scores Required
Required Document List
Following are the required Documents:
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Transcript: A PDF copy of all post-secondary transcripts within the application or in Carleton Central.
- Two Letter of Reference: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
- Statement of Intent: Explain the reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Writing Sample: Students applying for a job, internship, may be asked to provide a writing sample that allows an employer or graduate program to judge student ability to convey a written message.
- Aptitude test results: Used to make inferences about competencies, capabilities, and future performance on the job of the students.
- Preference Form: Some departments require students to fill in a preference form that will ask to outline their preferences for the program specialization, research area, or faculty supervisor.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Ontario Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 7,300/Yr$10,000 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Narotam Sekhsaria Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
Golden Key Graduate Scholar Award | Scholarship per student$ 1,095/Yr$1,500 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
Saryu Doshi Graduate Fellowships in Liberal Arts & Sciences | Scholarship per student$ 2,977/Yr$4,078 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
Axol Science Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,460/Yr$2,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCompany-Sponsored | |
Aga khan Foundation Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based |
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