Biotechnology Program
50 Oakland Street
Wellesley Hill, MA 02481
Biotechnology Program
Year Program started: 1993
Max. Participants/Year: 100
Program Timeframe: September - May and summer
Academic Level Targeted: College
Racial/Ethnic Focus: Any racial/ethnic group
Type of Program: Career/academic planning, Counseling, Education, Internship/fellowship, Mentoring, Research
Program Attributes: For credit, Books/supplies provided, Financial aid provided, Counseling provided, Mentors/advisors provided
Program Acceptance Requirements: matriculation at this school, high school diploma or GED
Primary Science Discipline(s) Targeted: biotechnology
Additional Comments: The Biotechnology (BT) Program at MassBay is internationally renowned and one of this nation's most celebrated undergraduate programs. This research-based and peer-mentoring intensive program was designed specifically for nontraditional students and uses highly relevant, hands-on instruction and unique internship experiences. The program is exceedingly rigorous and enjoys a 100 percent job placement rate, most before graduation. Approximately 50 percent of the participants pursue advanced science degrees through articulated partnerships and bridge programs with institutions worldwide.