Program Overview

Cannabinoid Chemistry Certificate of Graduate Study

Program Overview

The Rowan Experience

Cannabinoids are a major class of pharmacologically active molecules found in cannabis, commonly known as marijuana. With increased nationwide trends toward legalization and prescription of medical marijuana, development of cannabis-related therapies, and legalization of recreational marijuana (including in the State of NJ), there is a pressing need for scientists trained in the analysis of cannabinoid-containing materials. These needs are highlighted in a recent report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. This program will train students in the fundamental and underlying science necessary for the analysis of marijuana, cannabinoids, and related materials. This training would be useful to careers in health professions, food science, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology.

Curriculum

The Certificate of Graduate Study in Cannabinoid Chemistry is a full-time or part-time program offered in a hybrid format at our Glassboro, NJ campus. It requires the completion of 12-13 graduate semester hours.

• 4 Courses/ 12-13 Semester Hours
• Foundation Courses: No
• Graduation / Exit / Thesis Requirements: No

Course Number | Title | S.H. (Credits) ---|---|--- Required Courses: 12 S.H. CHEM 09530 | Advanced Chemical Analysis of Cannabinoids | 3 CHEM 07590 | General Aspects of Pharmacology | 3 CHEM 07588 | Advanced Natural Products Chemistry | 3 Elective Courses: CHEM 07592 | Advanced Pharmaceutical Chemistry | 3 CHEM 07564 | Advanced Organic Synthesis | 3 CHEM 07568 | Medicinal Chemistry | 3 CHEM 07570 | Organic Spectroscopy | 3 CHEM 07557 | Chemical Biology | 3 CHEM 09510 | Instrumental Analysis | 4 CHEM 09522 | Advanced Bioanalytical Chemistry | 3

Admission Requirements

The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below, a representative from the Rowan Global Admissions Processing Office will contact you with confirmation or will indicate any missing items.

• Completed Application Form
• $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
• Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
• Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
• Current professional resume
• Typewritten statement of professional objectives
• Two letters of recommendation
• Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

Career Outlook

As a student in our Cannabinoid Chemistry Certificate of Graduate Study program, you will strengthen your skills and better position yourself to pursue a variety of careers in the Cannabinoid industry.

Admissions Information

Deadlines, Tuition & Financial Aid

Entry Terms & Deadlines Tuition Financial Aid

The chart below details available entry terms for the Cannabinoid Chemistry Certificate of Graduate Study program as well as corresponding application deadlines. Submitting the Application Form is only the first step to beginning the admission process. All of the required materials listed above must be received on or before the application completion deadline for your desired entry term to be considered for admission to that term. We encourage you to complete the application form and begin submitting your materials at least one month before the deadline indicated.

Entry Term | Application Deadline ---|--- Fall | July 1 Spring | November 1 Summer | April 1

Rates

We know paying for tuition can be a challenge. That is why Rowan provides students with the financial resources needed to put their education first by offering grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.