What are the career opportunities in the pharmaceutical sciences?
Over the years, pharmaceutical scientists have been instrumental in discovering and developing innovative drugs that save thousands of lives and improve the lives of countless others. Pharmaceutical scientists can pursue a variety of career opportunities/jobs. For example, they may be employed by pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies; work as researchers, scientists, and professors at universities; or work for agencies like the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP), and national laboratories, such as the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists (AAPS) publishes annual salary data for pharmaceutical scientists.
Source: AAPS
Is the Ph.D. program accredited?
The Ph.D. program is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities.
What are the admission requirements?
- Please see Admissions Information section above, on this page.
I do not have a master's degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or biotechnology, but I have a master's degree in another field. Can I still apply for this program?
Please contact the Graduate Programs Office before applying. Please email gradpharmsci@chapman.edu.
When can I expect to receive an admission decision?
- The program accepts applications until the December 15 deadline.
- Only complete applications are reviewed by our Graduate Admission Team.
- Applicants will be notified of admission decisions by March 15.
Can I transfer from another program into the Chapman’s Ph.D. program?
Transfers will be considered on a case-by-case basis if the curriculum requirements are met. Please contact the Graduate Programs Office gradpharmsci@chapman.edu.
What is the cost of the program?
A minimum of 3-4 years of study will be required depending upon prior academic experience. For detailed tuition information, please visit the Chapman University Tuition & Fee Information page. Competitive Fellowships that cover tuition and a stipend are offered to qualified candidates.
Are there any financial assistance or tuition waiver plans?
Qualified domestic and international students in the Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences are eligible to receive a tuition scholarship and research or teaching assistantships. The University’s financial aid office can provide more comprehensive information on other forms of federal, state, or private funding: (714) 997-6741 or gradfinaid@chapman.edu. Students should also explore the National Health Service financial aid site.
Other links to Fellowship or Scholarship programs:
American Chemical Society Awards
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education Research Opportunities
American Association of University Women Awards
Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans
PhRMA Foundation Pre-Doctoral Fellowships
U.S. Pharmacopeia Global Fellowship Program
Is the School of Pharmacy on the Chapman University Campus in Orange, CA?
No. CUSP is located on the Harry and Diane Rinker Health Science Campus in Irvine, CA. The campus is 15 miles south of the Chapman Campus at 9401 Jeronimo Rd. CUSP is conveniently located 1.5 miles east of the I-5 Freeway, off of Alton Parkway, and within 2 miles of the Irvine Spectrum.
Is there student housing near the School of Pharmacy?
Currently, there is no official Chapman student housing near CUSP. However, there are several apartment complexes within a few miles of the Rinker Health Science Irvine campus. A list of local apartment complexes, housing options, and other related resources is available on the CUSP Housing page.