Pharmaceutical Sciences Graduate Program at College of Pharmacy, The University of Texas at Austin, USA. The College of Pharmacy is both nationally and internationally recognized for its ground breaking research that is enabled through sponsored research funding in excess of $10 million from sources such as the National Institutes of Health, pharmaceutical companies and private foundations.
Both basic science and clinical research is underway on a broad-range of topics including drug addiction, cancer, infectious disease, toxicology, health outcomes research, drug delivery, and drug design and discovery. Explore the links below to learn more about the collaborative areas of research excellence in the college.
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| Organization | College of Pharmacy, The University of Texas at Austin |
| Fellowship Level | Masters and PhD |
| Country | USA |
| Subject areas | Medicinal Chemistry,Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology & Toxicology, Pharmacotherapy, Health Outcomes & Pharmacy Practice |
| Fellowship amount | Varies |
| Eligibility | Open for International students |
| Deadline | January, September (Yearly) |
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Goal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Program: The goal of graduate study at The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy is to develop the intellectual breadth and specialized training necessary for a career in teaching, research or advanced professional practice.
Emphasis is placed on the knowledge, methods and skills needed for scholarly teaching; original research and problem solving; intellectual leadership; creative expression; and professional prominence and recognition.
Students who wish to enter into the graduate program in pharmaceutical sciences will select from one of five division-specific training tracks for training with a emphasis in Health Outcomes and Pharmacy Practice, Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology and Toxicology, or Pharmacotherapy.
Students interested in Ph.D. research and training that spans across two or more of the five division-specific tracks may choose to customize their curriculum and training by participating in an “interdisciplinary” track. Applicants interested in this option must elect one of the five division-specific training tracks as their home division for the admissions application process. Once accepted into the Ph.D. program, and working under the direction of one or more faculty mentors, a customized curriculum can be developed in order to allow for a dissertation project that crosses between two or more of the five division-specific training tracks. Please contact the Pharmacy Graduate Coordinator for further clarification or questions on the interdisciplinary track.
M.S. Programs
Courses of study leading to a master of science degree are only offered in pharmacotherapy and in health outcomes and pharmacy practice. Each graduate student’s course of study may be uniquely tailored to meet the specific learning objectives of the student. For details concerning study in a specific discipline, go to the division page of interest.
Health Outcomes and Pharmacy Practice Division
Ph.D. Programs
Graduate education, research, and scholarly work leading to a Ph.D. are developed uniquely for each student as part of his/her plan of work.
For specific information concerning the available areas of study, consult the links below:
- Medicinal Chemistry,
- Pharmaceutics,
- Pharmacology & Toxicology,
- Pharmacotherapy,
- Health Outcomes & Pharmacy Practice ,
Eligibility & Evaluation of Applicants
Credentials of most successful applicants to the graduate program in the College of Pharmacy graduate school exceed the minimum University requirements listed below. Admission is highly competitive and not all qualified applicants are admitted. Minimum application requirements include:
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited United States institution or proof of equivalent training in a foreign institution. For questions regarding degree eligibility, please consult the Graduate and International Admission Center (GIAC).
A 3.0 (B) grade point average on all upper-division (junior and senior) and graduate-level coursework previously taken.
Please note that although UT Austin does not have a minimum GRE score, the most competitive applicants have verbal scores of 75% or higher and quantitative scores of 70% or higher. We do consider students with scores lower than this, but only if all other materials are excellent.
Adequate subject preparation for the proposed graduate major.
Acceptance by the Admissions Committee of the proposed major area (Pharmacy).
Evaluation of Applicants
Each division in the College of Pharmacy is responsible for selecting its students. The application review is holistic and takes into account all aspects of the application materials. The divisions are particularly impressed by evidence that applicants are sincerely motivated, communicate well, and can show evidence of leadership ability.
No person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination under any program or activity sponsored or conducted by The University of Texas, on any basis prohibited by applicable law, including, but not limited to, race, color, national origin, religion, sex or handicap.
An applicant’s file cannot be considered until all application materials have been received.
International Student Information
Many of our successful international applicants have an M.S. degree and publications in biochemistry, chemistry, molecular biology, chemical engineering, pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, pharmaceutics, or another relevant science. Successful international applicants to the Division of Health Outcomes and Pharmacy Practice often have an M.S. degree in Pharmacy Administration.
Applicants from foreign countries not only must be eligible for admission to The University of Texas at Austin and the College of Pharmacy, but must also prove, through examination, that they possess sufficient knowledge of English to comprehend the course of study. Written and spoken English abilities of entering students are assessed by the International Office during orientation. If that office recommends that a student enroll in Intensive English Communication courses, those courses will be REQUIRED by the College of Pharmacy.
The University of Texas at Austin maintains an International Office with advisers to assist international students with orientation to the campus and to answer questions regarding immigration status, academic matters not specifically within the province of academic advising, financial aid, health insurance, housing, legal questions, employment, income tax, and social security regulations.
The Graduate and International Admissions Center
GIAC has the final word in admission requirements for admission to the University’s graduate school programs and international admissions. For more information about admissions, please visit GIAC.
Please contact the Pharmacy Graduate Coordinator for further clarification or questions.
Contact Us
Mailing Address:
Office of the Associate Dean for Research & Graduate Studies
College of Pharmacy, The University of Texas at Austin
2409 University Ave., Stop A1900
Austin, TX, USA 78712-1113
Email Address: Dr. John Richburg
Location: PHR 4.220
Phone:(512) 471-4501
Application Procedure and Further details
