Master of Science in Pharmacology

Admission requirements include:

• A bachelor’s degree from a recognized and accredited academic institution with degree standards equivalent to UC
• A minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0
• A minimum of two years of undergraduate coursework related to biology and/or chemistry
• A minimum of one year of laboratory experience (e.g. employment, research, coursework)
• English Language Proficiency: All graduate applicants, except those who have earned an undergraduate or master’s degree from an institution at which English was the sole language of instruction according to the World Higher Education Database, are required to demonstrate English proficiency for admissions consideration. If English is not the sole language of instruction listed or if no language is listed at all, the waiver does not apply and the applicant is required to take and pass an approved English proficiency test (TOEFL or IELTS).
  • On the TOEFL iBT minimum score of 80
  • An overall minimum score of 7 for admission, with a score of no less than 6 on any individual module.

Note: The GRE exam is NOT required.

o apply to the program, applicants must complete the UCI Graduate Division's online application for admission and upload the following materials:

Personal statement: The personal statement should include a personal history describing your professional and academic achievements, and in particular, your laboratory and research experience; current and future goals, specifically how and why the MSP will help you achieve them; and your understanding of the challenges of online learning and your readiness to participate in this type of instructional modality.
Three letters of recommendation uploaded to the application directly by individuals who can evaluate your academic and/or professional achievements, describe your strengths and weaknesses, and comment on your character, integrity and motivation.
Unofficial transcripts uploaded to the application.  (Official transcripts will be requested by the Graduate Division if you are admitted and plan to enroll.)
Non-refundable application fee