Pharmaceutical Sciences (PhD) Admissions Requirements

Test / Score Requirements
GPA 3.0
GRE Not required
English
Proficiency
University Standards
Deadlines
Fall Rolling / December 15 (Recommended)
Spring Rolling
Materials Requirements
Personal Statement 500-word personal statement that specifically addresses your research interests and professional goals with a mention of possible current 91ÉçÇø School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences PhD faculty member(s) whose current research may best coincide with your background and interests
Letters of Recommendation 2 Letters
Resume Requirements N/A
Transcript Requirements N/A
Additional Requirements Earned, or are within one academic year of earning, a bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from a nationally or regionally accredited college or university that includes 12 or more credits in higher level chemistry, biochemistry, biology, physiology, pharmacology or related areas.

Additional Admission Requirement Information

Below, please find additional information regarding general graduate admission requirements.

Application Materials

All programs require submission of:

  • Resume or curriculum vitae (CV)
  • Unofficial transcripts from all institutions where coursework was completed
  • Completed application form
  • Paid non-refundable, non-transferable application fee
  • Complete academic history including the names and dates of attendance at all previous higher education institutions

Please ensure all documents are included with your application to avoid processing delays. Application fee waivers are available for select students. Find out if you qualify for a fee waiver

GPA Expectations

You must meet at least one of these:

  • Total undergraduate GPA ≥ 3.0
  • GPA ≥ 3.0 in your last 60 semester or 90 quarter credits (mostly graded, not pass/fail)
  • Total graduate GPA ≥ 3.0 (mostly graded)

International GPAs are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Eligibility for Graduate Study

To be eligible for graduate study, you must provide a complete set of your undergraduate (and, if applicable, graduate) transcripts showing one of the following:

  • You have a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution
  • You will be graduating within the next year from a qualifying institution
  • You are eligible through a partnership/MOU agreement

91ÉçÇø Deadlines & Review

Deadlines vary by program and semester; some programs are rolling admission (applications are reviewed as they are submitted), while others have strict deadlines. Early application is recommended, especially if seeking funding or fee waivers.

International Student Resources

International applicants have several additional requirements that must be submitted as part of their application:

  • English proficiency test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo)
  • Financial documentation showing available funds
  • Passport copy
  • Visa documentation (if applicable)