EDUCATING LEADERS IN PHARMACY AND PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES SINCE 1886
MS in Clinical and Translational Therapeutics
One of a kind pharmacy research training.
The only pharmacy school-based program of its kind in the country, our Master of Science in Clinical and Translational Therapeutics provides you with a valuable opportunity to be involved in research and training to combat disease.
Eligible Applicants
- Individuals with a bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., biological sciences, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, health sciences)
- Current UB graduate or professional students seeking interdisciplinary research training (e.g., PharmD, MD, MPH, MBA)
- External applicants from accredited institutions with relevant academic backgrounds
- Participants in collaborative degree programs, including PharmD/MS and MD/MS tracks (students in dual-degree programs must coordinate experiential education or clinical rotations with research requirements)
Admission Requirements
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
- Resume or CV
- One letter of recommendation from a faculty member or health professional familiar with your academic or clinical potential, and specifically addressing your fit for the MS in Clinical and Translational Therapeutics program
- Personal Statement (minimum 500 words). Describe your interest in the program and indicate which concentration you are interested in.
Application Steps
MS and PhD applications open July 1 and are reviewed on a rolling basis until all seats are filled. Early application is encouraged. International applicants should apply by February 15 to ensure timely processing of an I-20.
Applying to graduate, professional and research programs can be overwhelming. Let us help with these tips!
- Master’s programs take 1 to 2 years to complete, with the end goal being either gaining employment or continuing on to a doctoral or professional program. Note that master’s programs are typically self-funded.
- Doctoral programs typically take 5 to 7 years to complete, where students take coursework early on, followed by independent research culminating in a dissertation.
- Learn more about preparing for graduate school from UB’s Career Design Center, including:
- When to start planning for graduate school
- How to apply (includes information on letters of recommendation, personal statement and resume/CV)
- Writing a personal statement
- Learn about options for funding your graduate education.
Questions?
Contact Nick Smith, PharmD, PhD, program director and assistant professor, Division of Clinical and Translational Therapeutics, Department of Pharmacy Practice.