MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Our MS program is for students who have previously earned a BS degree and wish to acquire high-impact positions in research, industry, education and health care settings.

The program takes approximately two to three years to complete.

Learn more and view program requirements for the MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in pharmacy, biochemistry, chemistry, biology, engineering or other science
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
  • Two letters of recommendation from faculty knowledgeable of the student's ability and capability. Evaluators should comment on laboratory research, communication skills, creativity, and intangibles in the student's academic performance. An email request will be sent directly to your recommenders when you submit your application for formal review.
  • Personal statement: the personal statement is a general statement of purpose describing academic, professional, and research interests and should be no more than 500 words.
  • Prior research experience and co-authorship in scientific publications are considered favorably.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in organic and physical chemistry, biochemistry, biology and mathematics.

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.

Prepare Apply Requirements International Students
  • Click Apply Now and sign in using your existing account information or create a new account to start a new application.
  • Fill out the application in full and submit it when complete. Once submitted, you will be emailed a link to the Status Portal. 
  • In your portal, submit the application fee payment and supporting documents (personal statement, resume/CV, etc.). 
  • Use the checklist on the Status Portal to ensure supporting documents are submitted by the application deadline. All supporting documents must be received by the application deadline for your application to be reviewed. 
  • Once all application materials are received, your application will be sent for review. If additional materials are needed, you will be notified. Decisions are made on a rolling basis and you will receive a notification once a decision has been made on your application. 
  • Students do not need to identify a faculty advisor/research mentor during the application process but may learn more about faculty here. Students are assigned faculty research mentors after enrollment.  

Questions?

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Email us at pharm-admit@buffalo.edu.