Program Overview
The 16-month, full-time integrates basic and applied pharmaceutical sciences with hands-on laboratory research experience to provide students advanced education and cutting-edge training. The program prepares students for high-level research and leadership positions in pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies and the federal government.
The program is ideal for students with a bachelor’s degree in a science- or engineering-related field who are seeking research positions in industry or government, as well as students considering a doctorate-level degree (Ph.D.).
Based at Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ (USG), the program connects students with the rich resources of the I-270 biotechnology corridor, including pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, research labs and federal agencies that offer potential biopharmaceutical research internships.
Completion of a and capstone project are hallmarks of the program. Students gain direct access to potential future employers and hands-on laboratory experience. Students also work with an assigned faculty advisor to tailor their experiences to their unique career goals. A thesis is not required.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university or equivalent foreign institution
- Preferred minimum 3.0 GPA
- Statement of academic goals and research interests
- Résumé or CV
- Three letters of recommendation
- GRE not required;
How to Apply
Learn about admission requirements, deadlines, and how to apply to the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy at Ä¢¹½´«Ã½.