Contact Information
Department of Biology
San Diego State University
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182-4614
Campus Location: LS 102
Tel: (619) 594-6767
Fax: (619) 594-5676
www.bio.sdsu.edu/gradprog.html
Adviser
Tod Reeder
(619) 594-7826
treeder@sunstroke.sdsu.edu
LS North 104B
Admissions Coordinator
Medora Bratlien
(619) 594-7429
bratlien@sunstroke.sdsu.edu
LS 102
Biology, MS
How to Apply
First, follow the graduate steps to apply.
Then, submit to the department:
- A Biology Department Application form
- At least three letters of recommendation in sealed and signed envelopes
- A personal statement 1–3 pages in length (Note: This statement is a separate requirement from the statement submitted on the CSUMentor application.)
- Resume
- An optional application for positions as teaching assistants and graduate assistants
Departmental forms and detailed application instructions can be found on the Application Procedure for Masters Programs Web site. Please read all instructions carefully.
Fall Deadline
Step 1: CSUMentor Application—March 30
Step 2 and 3: File Completion—May 1 (files complete by February 1 will receive first consideration for limited departmental graduate assistantships and graduate teaching assistantships)
All application materials including departmental requirements must be submitted by the file completion date.
Spring Deadline
Domestic Applicants: Closed
International Applicants: Closed






