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USD 37070

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 65 Waived

Application Fee

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48 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Biotechnology is the use of living organisms, biological systems, and small chemicals and biomolecules in technology. Biotechnology has applications in the treatment of diseases, the production of food, the protection of ecosystems, and the generation of energy, as well as in the basic science study of many biological questions.

The B.S. in biotechnology at UNH Manchester is designed to:

  • Allow students to earn a baccalaureate degree in biotechnology at UNH;
  • Allow students to combine study in biotechnology with other programs and disciplines by completing a minor, or a self-designed set of elective courses along with their biotechnology degree;
  • Allow students to complete a major in biotechnology while taking required courses in education in preparation for the five-year M.A.T. or M.Ed. programs and state certification in secondary science education; or alternative state certification pathway;
  • Provide an opportunity for students to complete a baccalaureate degree in biotechnology while completing the required courses for admission to medical, dental, veterinary, physician assistant, pharmacy, physical therapy, optometry, and other professional or graduate programs.
  • Allow students to complete a baccalaureate degree in biotechnology while completing the required courses for admission to graduate research programs (M.S. or Ph.D.) in the life sciences and related fields.

Employment opportunities in the public and private sectors include education; research laboratories; clinical laboratories; forensic laboratories; jobs in diverse areas from research to quality control to sales in the pharmaceutical industry; industrial positions in the food industry; water and wastewater laboratories and facilities; and environmental research and monitoring.

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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 28 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2026

Closed

Aug 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

     

    6.5 IELTS Score
    80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    59 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    120 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    1175 Sat Minimum Overall Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    37070

    Tuition Fee
    (USD)

    USD 65 Waived

    Application Fee
    (USD)

    14700 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    Scholarships

     

    Type of Scholarship Scholarship Information Amount/ Range
    University of New Hampshire – Scholarships
    Trustee's Scholarship
    Chancellor's Scholarship
    Presidential Scholarship
    Dean's Scholarship
    Director's Scholarship
    Associate Degree Transfer Scholarship
    Associate Degree Transfer Achievement Scholarship
    Transfer Distinction Scholarship
    Paul Scholars Program
    University of New Hampshire – Scholarships
    Trustee's Scholarship: awarded to students with a GPA of 4.01 or higher
    Chancellor's Scholarship: awarded to students with a GPA between 3.90 and 4.00
    Presidential Scholarship: awarded to students with a GPA between 3.70 and 3.89
    Dean's Scholarship: awarded to students with a GPA between 3.50 and 3.69
    Director's Scholarship: awarded to students with a GPA between 3.10 and 3.49
    Associate Degree Transfer Scholarship: awarded to transfer students with 24 transferable credits and a GPA of 3.50 or higher
    Associate Degree Transfer Achievement Scholarship: awarded to transfer students who have completed an associate degree, have 24 transferable credits, and a GPA of 3.50 or higher
    Transfer Distinction Scholarship: awarded to transfer students with 24 transferable credits and a GPA of 3.50 or higher
    Paul Scholars Program: offered to high-achieving students admitted to the Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics; no separate application is needed

    LINK: https://www.unh.edu/financialaid/types-aid/scholarships
    University of New Hampshire – Scholarships
    Trustee's Scholarship: amount is $14,000 for non-residents and $9,000 for NH residents
    Chancellor's Scholarship: amount is $12,000 for non-residents and $7,000 for NH residents
    Presidential Scholarship: amount is $9,000 for non-residents and $5,000 for NH residents
    Dean's Scholarship: amount is $7,000 for non-residents and $3,000 for NH residents
    Director's Scholarship: amount is $5,000 for non-residents and $1,000 for NH residents
    Associate Degree Transfer Scholarship: amount is $3,000 annually ($1,500 per semester)
    Associate Degree Transfer Achievement Scholarship: amount is $5,000 annually ($2,500 per semester)
    Transfer Distinction Scholarship: amount is $3,000 annually ($1,500 per semester)
    Paul Scholars Program: amount varies

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