Program Overview

Pharmaceutical Regulatory Sciences MS Program

The Pharmaceutical Regulatory Sciences MS program is designed for individuals with an undergraduate or graduate science degree in pharmacy, chemistry, biochemistry, biology, chemical engineering, or mechanical engineering.

Admission Requirements

Applicants must have an overall undergraduate grade point average of 3.0. Those who have not achieved a 3.0 in a science discipline may gain admittance by taking three of the following four courses and earning an overall 3.33 (B+) GPA:

• Pharmaceutical Analysis (8002)
• Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (8005)
• Physical Pharmacy I (8006)
• Regulatory Sciences: Managing the Guidelines for Quality (5575)

Application Materials

Applicants must submit the following materials:

• Application: Submit the graduate application form and fee.
• Official Transcripts: Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts indicating a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Letters of Recommendation: Two letters of recommendation from supervisors or college/university instructors familiar with the student's academic competence.
• Statement: Statement of career goals and objectives (500–1,500 words) stated and signed.
• Résumé or CV: Signed and dated résumé or CV.

Requirements for International Applicants

Applicants whose native language is not English must submit a minimum TOEFL score of 230 (CBT), 585 on the paper-based version, or 85 (IBT). An IELTS of 7.0 or higher is required.

Application Deadlines

• Fall admission: July 20
• Fall admissions (international): December 15
• Spring admission: November 1
• Spring admission (international): September 1
• Summer admission: March 20
• Summer admission (international): January 15