Graduate Programs

Immerse yourself in a cutting-edge curriculum led by world-class faculty who are at the forefront of pharmacy research and practice. From advanced pharmaceutical sciences to clinical pharmacy, our diverse range of programs provides a comprehensive foundation for your future success. Through hands-on experiences, state-of-the-art facilities, and collaborative learning opportunities, you'll gain the expertise necessary to make a significant impact on patient care and healthcare outcomes.

Explore our Graduate Programs:

  • Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences: Explore diverse areas of drug development, medication impact, drug delivery, and therapeutic optimization for enhanced patient outcomes, all with flexible scheduling options.
  • Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences: Our program delivers outstanding curriculum, devoted faculty guidance, and adaptable learning choices, all while cultivating substantial networking connections with industry pioneers and alumni to enhance research opportunities and career progressions.
  • Master of Science in Cosmetic Science - Online: This program instructs students in the adept utilization of raw materials to create novel products, encompassing development, formulation, and evaluation of product safety, quality, effectiveness, and environmental compatibility. 
  • Master of Science in Pharmacy Leadership - Online: An innovative program with a strong focus on healthcare, business, and management courses to equip pharmacists with tailored leadership skills for career advancement.
  • MS Pharm Sci: Drug Development - Online: This program offers interdisciplinary training in scientific, regulatory, and business aspects of drug development through an academia-industry-government partnership, equipping graduates to effectively contribute to the holistic translation of therapeutic concepts from laboratory to patient care.
  • MS Pharm Sci: Health Outcomes & Pharmacoeconomics - Online: This program equips students for diverse roles in health care research, management, medical affairs, and market access, fostering expertise in health outcomes research, evidence generation, and decision-making, all culminating in a comprehensive non-thesis capstone project.
  • MS Pharm Sci: Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Healthcare - Online: Gain comprehensive expertise in utilizing genomics for individualized therapy, enabling optimal clinical results and diverse career opportunities in academia, pharmaceuticals, and clinical care.
  • ACCEND BS & MS in Cosmetic Science - Hybrid: Earn both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or Cosmetic Science within 5 years through this innovative program, providing a streamlined academic pathway for comprehensive education
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Join our thriving community of ambitious individuals and embark on a journey of personal and professional growth. Whether you aspire to contribute to groundbreaking research, deliver exceptional patient care, or lead innovation in the pharmaceutical industry, the University of Cincinnati's Graduate Programs in pharmacy will equip you with the tools to achieve your goals. Take the first step towards an extraordinary career by applying today.

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Corey Bjarnson

Associate Director, Academic

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