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Program checklist · MS

Pharmaceutical Sciences, MS

Binghamton University · Vestal, NY

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Program
Award
MS
Credential class
ceterms:MasterDegree
Catalog edition
2026-2027 Binghamton University Academic Guide
Checklist type
degree-program
Description
The MS degree is awarded for advanced knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences through didactic, analytical and applied learning opportunities. As with the Pharmaceutical Sciences, PhD , the coursework and seminars are designed to provide students with theoretical and applied knowledge. The MS program, in particular, requires class and lab work in analytical methods and instrumentation in order to prepare students for the workforce. Students have the option of completing a research project in the department with an advisor or through external internships with industries to expand their experience or enhancing their learning through didactic lectures. The entire program is designed to be completed in 1.5 years.
Identifiers
IPEDS UNITID
196079
CourseShelf checklist
CK_196079_5712359a
CollegeTransfer.Net
Institution Transfer Profile
Source
CourseShelf publish 61

Requirements to complete

Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.

Admission Requirements

21 items
  1. Provide a complete set of your official undergraduate (and, if applicable, graduate) transcripts showing one of the following:
    Not resolved to a course
  2. have earned 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, pharmaceutics, genetics and/or related area.
    Not resolved to a course
  3. be within one academic year of earning a bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) from a nationally or regionally accredited college or university with 12 or more credits in higher level chemistry, biochemistry, biology, physiology, pharmacology, pharmaceutics, genetics and/or related area.
    Not resolved to a course
  4. be eligible to apply as part of a memorandum of understanding between your current institution and Binghamton University and have completed 12 or more credits in higher level chemistry, biochemistry, biology, physiology, pharmacology, pharmaceutics, genetics and/or related area.
    Not resolved to a course
  5. Have earned, at minimum, one of the following:
    Not resolved to a course
  6. a 3.0 GPA over your entire undergraduate career
    Not resolved to a course
  7. a 3.0 GPA during your last 60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits of your undergraduate degree, with most courses graded regularly (not as “pass/fail”)
    Not resolved to a course
  8. a 3.0 GPA in a graduate degree, with most courses graded regularly (not as “pass/fail”)
    Not resolved to a course
  9. In consideration of the different grading scales used around the world, each academic department evaluates international transcripts to determine on a case-by-case basis whether they demonstrate one of the above requirements.
    Not resolved to a course
  10. Online graduate degree application with graduate degree application fee
    Not resolved to a course
  11. Transcripts from each college or university that you have attended.
    Not resolved to a course
  12. 500-word personal statement that specifically addresses your research interests and professional goals with a mention of possible current Binghamton University School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences PhD faculty member(s) whose current research may best coincide with your background and interests
    Not resolved to a course
  13. Curriculum vitae
    Not resolved to a course
  14. Two letters of recommendation for graduate study
    Not resolved to a course
  15. International Student Financial Statement (ISFS) form
    Not resolved to a course
  16. supporting financial documentation (such as bank statements, scholarship or sponsor letters, etc.)
    Not resolved to a course
  17. proof of English proficiency:
    Not resolved to a course
  18. TOEFL (≥ 100)
    Not resolved to a course
  19. IELTS (≥6.5)
    Not resolved to a course
  20. PTE(≥53)
    Not resolved to a course
  21. Academic/Duolingo (≥105)
    Not resolved to a course

Program Requirements

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    Course Requirements-Standard Track

    0 items

      Year 1 Fall (12 credits)

      4 items
      1. PHSC 518
        Methods & Instrumentation I
        Not resolved to a course
      2. PHSC 600
        Department and Student Seminar
        Not resolved to a course
      3. PHSC 601
        Pharmaceutical Sciences I
        Not resolved to a course
      4. PHSC 610
        Cell&Molecular Basis Disease
        Not resolved to a course

      Year 1 Spring (12 credits)

      4 items
      1. PHSC 519
        Methods & Instrumentation II
        Not resolved to a course
      2. PHSC 600
        Department and Student Seminar
        Not resolved to a course
      3. PHSC 602
        Pharmaceutical Sciences II
        Not resolved to a course
      4. PHSC 611
        Biostatistics
        Not resolved to a course

      Year 2 Fall (9 credits)

      3 items
      1. 3 credits of 500 or above of approved elective coursework
        Not resolved to a course
      2. OR PHSC 599: Thesis Research
        Not resolved to a course
      3. PHSC 598
        Research Internship
        Not resolved to a course

      Course Requirements-Accelerated Track

      0 items

        Year 1 Fall (12 credits)

        4 items
        1. PHSC 518
          Methods & Instrumentation I
          Not resolved to a course
        2. PHSC 600
          Department and Student Seminar
          Not resolved to a course
        3. PHSC 601
          Pharmaceutical Sciences I
          Not resolved to a course
        4. PHSC 610
          Cell&Molecular Basis Disease
          Not resolved to a course

        Year 1 Spring (15 credits)

        6 items
        1. PHSC 519
          Methods & Instrumentation II
          Not resolved to a course
        2. PHSC 600
          Department and Student Seminar
          Not resolved to a course
        3. PHSC 602
          Pharmaceutical Sciences II
          Not resolved to a course
        4. PHSC 611
          Biostatistics
          Not resolved to a course
        5. PHSC 598
          Research Internship
          Not resolved to a course
        6. Or 3 credits of 500 or above of approved elective coursework
          Not resolved to a course

        Year 1 Summer (6 credits)

        2 items
        1. PHSC 598
          Research Internship
          Not resolved to a course
        2. PHSC 599
          Thesis Research
          Not resolved to a course

        Course Requirements-4+1 with Integrative Neuroscience Track

        0 items

          Year 1 Fall (12 credits)

          4 items
          1. PHSC 518
            Methods & Instrumentation I
            Not resolved to a course
          2. PHSC 600
            Department and Student Seminar
            Not resolved to a course
          3. PHSC 601
            Pharmaceutical Sciences I
            Not resolved to a course
          4. PHSC 610
            Cell&Molecular Basis Disease
            Not resolved to a course

          Year 1 Spring (15 credits)

          6 items
          1. 3 credits of 500 or above of approved elective coursework
            Not resolved to a course
          2. OR PHSC 599- Thesis Reseach
            Not resolved to a course
          3. PHSC 519
            Methods & Instrumentation II
            Not resolved to a course
          4. PHSC 600
            Department and Student Seminar
            Not resolved to a course
          5. PHSC 602
            Pharmaceutical Sciences II
            Not resolved to a course
          6. PHSC 611
            Biostatistics
            Not resolved to a course

          Additional Information About the Program

          0 items
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