At UB SoPPS, graduate students in the Pharmaceutical Sciences programs can witness their research translate from the bench to the bedside. Graduates with an MS or PhD degree in pharmaceutical sciences can become pharmacogeneticists, bioanalysts, clinical researchers and more.

Admissions Requirements

Below is a list of requirements for the BS/MS, MS, and PhD programs:

• A minimum GPA of a 3.0. Special attention is placed on the grades achieved in basic science courses relevant to our program (chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacology and mathematics).
• Demonstrated proficiency in fundamental scientific areas including organic and physical chemistry, biochemistry, biology, and mathematics.
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test
• Prior research experience and co-authorship in scientific publications are considered favorably in the admission process.
• Two letters of recommendation from faculty knowledgeable of the student's ability and capability are extremely important. In these letters, we seek information about the student's experience in laboratory research, ability to communicate, creativity of the individual, and intangibles in the student's academic performance.
• Important Notes for Pharmaceutical Sciences International Applicants

In addition to the requirements above, students who are applying to the BS/MS must first be accepted into the BS program and complete the junior year. Students who are applying to the MS or PhD must have a Bachelor's degree or higher in pharmacy, biochemistry, chemistry, biology, engineering or other science. 

Admissions Selection

Admission is awarded on a competitive basis to qualified applicants. Fall admission only. Students must be first admitted by the department before a faculty advisor is chosen. Thus, an applicant must seek admission from the Department, even though s/he may have preference regarding joining a particular laboratory.

Selection is based on scholastic achievement, aptitude, personal qualifications, and evidence of motivation toward pharmaceutical sciences. These are judged from the college record, grade point average, the GRE, and letters of reference. In addition to intellectual and academic competence, the School's Admissions Committee considers communication skills, leadership ability, community service, research experience, and motivation for pursuing a career in pharmaceutical sciences.

Apply! 

Apply here ONLY if you are interested in a MS or PhD degree in the Pharmaceutical Sciences.  These graduate degrees are oriented toward research.  If you are interested in being a licensed pharmacist, you should apply for entry into the PharmD program.

Students must be first admitted by the Department before a faculty advisor is chosen. Thus, an applicant must seek admission from the Department, even though s/he may have preference regarding joining a particular laboratory.

MS or PhD Applicants: Complete the Online Interactive Graduate Application for the program to which you are applying and submit the supplemental materials below to UB SoPPS, Office of Graduate Admissions, 517 Hochstetter Hall, Buffalo, New York 14260.  The fax number is 716-645-3693.

• Two letters of recommendation
• Official GRE scores (UB's institution code is 2925, our department code is 0613)
• Application fee of $50, payable to State University of New York, Buffalo (please write your name on the front of the check). Application fee waivers are awarded on a competitive basis to qualified applicants who are US citizens or permanent residents. To qualify, applicants should contact mur...@buffalo.edu. Applicants who are NOT US citizens or permanent residents must pay the application fee.
• Official transcripts from all institutions attended outside of UB

 To check the status of your application, call 716-645-2842 ext. 540 or e-mail rrur...@buffalo.edu.

BS/MS Applicants: Please contact Dr. Kathleen Boje, Director of Undergraduate Pharmaceutical Sciences Programs, at (716) 645-2842 ext.241 or b...@buffalo.edu

Important Dates for Graduate Program Applicants

• February 15^th - MS and PhD application deadline. Applications that arrive after the deadline may be considered for admission in some cases.  PhD and MS program is for fall admission only.
• September 30^th - Application deadline for fall entry to the BS/MS program (fall semester of the student’s senior year)