Bioinformatics and computational biology
Certificate, graduate
Overview
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Speak the language of science
If you're looking to expand your expertise and stand out in today’s data-driven science fields, the graduate certificate in bioinformatics and computational biology (BCB) is a powerful addition to your academic path. Our program helps you build a strong foundation in bioinformatics, mathematics and computational sciences — areas that are essential to biotechnology, medical research and conservation biology.
You'll develop the skills to participate in interdisciplinary research and industry projects and confidently explain BCB concepts to people from a wide range of backgrounds. Most importantly, you’ll learn to speak the shared ‘language’ that connects professionals across biological, mathematical and computational sciences.
View the online bioinformatics and computational biology graduate handbook
Turn science into clear impact
Degree fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Are a graduate student studying biology, computer science, mathematics or statistics
- Aim to work in biotechnology, medical sciences or conservation biology
- Seek interdisciplinary training
- Desire formal recognition of bioinformatics expertise
Related clubs and organizations
- BCB Graduate Student Association
- Each week many BCB students participate in IIDS Lunch that occurs once a week all year long. These regular lunches expose BCB students to information, discussions and a culture of productive collegial collaborations that most students at U.S. universities do not have access to
Career outcomes
Current job openings
516 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and mid-career salaries
- Bioinformatics Scientists
$90,815 - Clinical Research Coordinators • Natural Sciences Managers
$152,883 - Biological Technicians
$49,271 - Bioinformatics Technicians
$69,484 - Biostatisticians
$98,792
* Career data provided by Lightcast.
Application information
Applicants for the bioinformatics and computational biology graduate certificate must meet the following admission requirements:
- Education level: Bachelor's
- GPA: 3.0
- GRE: No
- TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo: 100/7.0/120 (for applicants whose education was completed in countries where English is not an official language)
- Number of references: no references required
- Other requirements: No
Program availability
- Semester intake: Summer, Fall, Spring
- Eligible for WRGP award
- Not eligible for international students who require F-1 or J-1 visa status
- Deadlines: general application deadlines
For more information, check out the Graduate Certificate page.
Contact information
Biological Sciences department contact:
Paul Hohenlohe
hohenlohe@uidaho.edu
Graduate Admissions contact:
graduateadmissions@uidaho.edu
208-885-4001
Tuition and fees
Students pursuing a graduate certificate as a standalone program are not eligible for financial aid. However, students enrolled in a separate U of I graduate degree program may apply their financial aid or graduate funding toward a graduate certificate if they are pursuing both simultaneously.
For more information or to explore funding options, visit Financial Aid.
Learn more about cost of attendance.
Recognized STEM Program
This program is recognized as a STEM program by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and may be eligible for the 24-month STEM optional practical training extension for international students.