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• General Studies – Biotechnology Option

  • Core Education

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  Quinsigamond Community College

  Degree:

  Associate of Arts

  Location:

  • 670 West Boylston Street, Worcester, MA, USA

  Internship:Required

  Two for-credit academic internships are required in the 5th semester in the summer of year 2. Capstone projects in biotechnology laboratory techniques and manufacturing.

  Bottomline:

  • This is a 5 semester transfer degree.
  • Follows the general Biology curriculum with some courses geared specifically to Biotech.
  • Semester 5 is the summer after the second year consists of 2 biotech lab courses.

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• Biotechnology

  • Biomanufacturing
  • Clinical Research
  • Lab Research

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  Franklin Cummings Tech

  Degree:

  Associate in Science

  Location:

  • 41 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA, USA

  • Emmanuel College, 400 Fenway, Boston, MA 02115, USA

  Internship:Required

  Paid internship consisting of 4-week job exploration and a semester internship.

  Bottomline:

  • This program is new in 2024 and designed specifically for job readiness after graduation. The curriculum does not include General Education courses required for an undergraduate degree.
  • Students interested in transferring may have the opportunity to transfer to Northeastern University but will have to complete additional general education requirements.
  • The program is currently grant-funded and was free of charge in 2024. This may change, so check with the financial aid office.

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• Biotechnology & Good Manufacturing Practice

  • Biomanufacturing

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  Quincy College

  Degree:

  Associate of Science

  Location:

  • 1250 Hancock St., Quincy, MA 02169

  Internship:Optional

  Limited opportunities of paid internships are available; will be credited as an elective.

  Bottomline:

  • Program was developed in close collaboration with with biopharmaceutical industry with instructors from industry.
  • Extensive industry-relevant hands-on training.
  • Strong industry connections for job placement.
  • Some graduates transfer to 4-year programs through transfer agreements (mainly Northeastern University).
  • Does not participate in MassTransfer. Check with the Transfer Office early.

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• Associate of Applied Sciences in Laboratory Science

  • Lab Research

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  North Essex Community College

  Degree:

  Associate of Applied Science

  Location:

  • Haverilll Campus: 100 Elliott St. Haverill, MA 01830

  • Lawrence Campus: 45 Franklin St. Lawrence, MA 01840

  Bottomline:

  • Laboratory intensive coursework.
  • Includes more chemistry than other programs.
  • Students planning to transfer need to pick electives carefully and check with the Transfer Office early to find out which credits will be applied to their 4-year program.

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• Biotechnology Technician

  • Biomanufacturing

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  Middlesex Community College

  Degree:

  Associate in Science

  Location:

  • Bedford Campus - Evening: 591 Springs Road, Bedford, MA 0173

  Internship:Required

  For-credit academic internship at a local industry site.

  Alternatively, students can participate in the Learn & Earn Program.

  Bottomline:

  • This program is 5 semesters long and offers extensive hands-on training in biomanufacturing.
  • Students need to complete Certificate course requirements before transfering to the A.S. programs.
  • Strong connections to industry. Majority of students are able to find a job right after they graduate.
  • Students can transfer to the Northeastern University College for Professional Studies to complete a 4-year degree.
  • Transfer to the UMASS system is possible but may requires additional coursework. Check with the Transfer Office early!

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• Biotechnology – Genomics and Biomanufacturing

  • Biomanufacturing

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  MassBay Community College

  Degree:

  Associate of Science in Biotechnology: Genomics & Manufacturing

  Location:

  • 50 Oakland St. Wellesley Hills, MA 02481

  Internship:Required

  For-credit academic internship (paid or unpaid). Either on-campus research experience or at company site.

  Bottomline:

  • MassBay’s Biotech programs offers hands-on, critical thinking-based course work that includes soft skill training.
  • Additional opportunities include a journal club called “Biotechnology Innovations Club” and a biannual STEM expo.
  • Strong connections to industry. Many students are able to find jobs industry during their studies or right after they graduate.
  • Students may also chose to transfer to a 4-year program. The biotechnology program to not qualify for MassTransfer but Transfer Agreements are in place with several public universities.

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• Biotechnology

  • Lab Research

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  MassBay Community College

  Degree:

  Associate of Science

  Location:

  • 50 Oakland St. Wellesley Hills, MA 02481

  Internship:Required

  For-credit academic internship (paid or unpaid). Either on-campus research experience or at company site.

  Bottomline:

  • MassBay’s Biotech programs offers hands-on, critical thinking-based course work that includes soft skill training.
  • Additional opportunities include a journal club called “Biotechnology Innovations Club” and a biannual STEM expo.
  • Strong connections to industry. Many students are able to find jobs industry during their studies or right after they graduate.
  • Students may also chose to transfer to a 4-year program. The biotechnology program to not qualify for MassTransfer but Transfer Agreements are in place with several public universities.

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• Biotechnology

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  Roxbury Community College

  Degree:

  Associate in Science

  Location:

  • 1234 Columbus Ave. Roxbury Crossing, MA 02120

  Bottomline:

  • 4 semesters
  • This program is similar to the biology transfer program and offers two courses in biomanufacturing.
  • This program is designed for students who want to enter the workforce. Students may be able to transfer their biotechnology degree from RCC but will need to potentially take additional classes in their major and in their general elective requirements upon transferring

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