MS Pharmacology at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Programme overview

The Pharmacology MS is a one-year degree that mixes coursework and independent research. It serves students entering the pharmaceutical industry or government agencies such as the FDA, industry professionals seeking advancement, and students improving credentials before medical, dental, veterinary, pharmacy or PhD programmes.

Faculty: Medical School | Department: Department of Pharmacology | Duration: 1 year (11 months full-time) | Intake: Fall (international deadline March 15; domestic April 15) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Ann Arbor, MI, United States

What you will study

Coursework is the same as that taken by first-year Pharmacology PhD students. The research component is an independent laboratory project or in-depth literature survey, ending in a 25-35 page thesis and oral defence.

Career pathways

Graduates move into pharmaceutical industry, government agencies and health professions or PhD programmes.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Eligibility: a bachelor's degree and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 in major science courses (biology, biochemistry, physiology, chemistry, physics). GRE is not required. Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency unless exempt. Application fee $75 for US citizens/permanent residents and $100 for international applicants. Deadlines: March 15 for international and April 15 for domestic applicants (Fall 2026 cycle).

Intake: Fall

Duration: 1 year (11 months full-time)

Apply through the official page: https://rackham.umich.edu/admissions/applying/

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