Overview

Mercer University, a private research university in Macon, Georgia, offers a Pharmaceutical Sciences graduate program for individuals seeking to advance their knowledge and skills in the pharmaceutical sciences. This program provides students with a strong foundation in the scientific principles underlying the development, manufacturing, and regulation of pharmaceuticals. The curriculum is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in pharmaceutical research, development, and manufacturing. Students have the opportunity to learn from experienced faculty members and to gain practical experience through research projects, internships, and other field-based activities.

Program Description

The Masters of Science (M.S.) in Pharmaceutical Sciences Degree Program is offered to students who demonstrate exceptional scholarly activity through achievement in academics and original thesis research or non-thesis project in an area of the pharmaceutical sciences. The program is flexible enough to accommodate individuals of varied educational backgrounds. The time required for completion of the program is two years. The program is offered with two options, a) a thesis option b) a non-thesis project option. A student who opts for Thesis Research must be in residence at all times including at the time of completion of the Thesis. Students who opt for the Non-Thesis Project option may choose to take listed courses online, but it must be synchronous. Students who opt for the Thesis Research option must take courses in-person only.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Drug Discovery and Development
Pharmacology and Toxicology
Pharmaceutical Analysis and Quality Control
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Formulation
Regulatory Affairs and Compliance
Advanced Topics in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Internship in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Macon, United States

Disciplines

Pharmacy Pharmacology View 194 other Masters in Pharmacy in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

GMAT

Required

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution
Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
GRE or GMAT scores (optional)
Resume or CV
Two letters of recommendation
Personal statement

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

11250 USD / year

≈ 11250 USD / year
Out-of-State

11250 USD / year

≈ 11250 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

11250 USD / year

≈ 11250 USD / year

Living costs

Macon

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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