Application
The application process for Brown’s fifth-year master’s degree program is similar to that of other graduate programs at the university. There is no application fee for fifth-year applicants.
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Fifth-Year Master's Degree
As the demand for higher education continues to grow, more students look at graduate degrees to stand out in the job market or build on their experience. A fifth-year master’s degree program can be an excellent choice if you want to pursue research opportunities but don’t have time for PhD programs that take years to complete. These programs allow students with undergraduate degrees in biology, chemistry or business administration (among others) to complete a master’s degree in one year and move into careers that require expertise beyond what undergraduates are taught in dorm rooms across America.
Financial Aid
Financial aid is available for fifth-year master’s degree students. Financial assistance is based on need, merit or a combination.
The financial aid process includes the following:
- Filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Meeting with a financial counsellor for help completing the FAFSA and determining your eligibility for loans, grants or other types of funding
Fifth-Year Master’s Degree Programs
A fifth-year master’s degree program is a postgraduate program that allows students to complete their degree in one year longer than the traditional four years. This option is popular among students who want to accelerate their education and enter the workforce faster or those interested in furthering their knowledge of a particular subject area.
The advantages of pursuing a fifth-year master’s degree include:
- Increased job opportunities and higher pay;
- An enhanced knowledge base;
These benefits can lead to more career options for graduates. Still, they also come with additional costs associated with taking more classes each semester (for example, more tuition) and paying for living expenses over an extended period.
Programs
• Applied Mathematics
• American Studies
• Biomedical Engineering
• Biostatistics (Public Health)
• Biotechnology
• Computer Science
• Cybersecurity
• Data-Enabled Computational Engineering (DECES)
• Data Science
• Design Engineering (MADE)
• Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
• Engineering (multiple programs)
• Engineering – Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship (PRIME)
• German Studies
• History
• Mathematics
• Modern Culture and Media
• Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, and Biochemistry
• Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology
• Pathobiology
• Philosophy
• Physics
• Public Affairs
• Public Health
• Religious Studies
• Slavic Studies
• Social Data Analytics
• Teacher Education
• Urban Education Policy