Credits required
45 Oregon State University is on a quarter-term system. There are four quarters each year and classes are 11 weeks long. This program's 45 quarter credits are equal to 30 semester credits.*
Cost per credit
$571 Based on current tuition rates. No additional charge for nonresident students. Does not include course materials and associated fees and expenses.†
Delivery
Online You can complete all or nearly all requirements of this program online. View the curriculum.‡
Start term
Fall
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Pharmaceutical Sciences (M.S.) – Online

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This program is currently accepting applications, and you may begin the program online as early as fall term 2024.

Careers

Oregon State’s online M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences is uniquely positioned to prepare you to thrive in pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, research institutions, and regulatory agencies. With a curriculum designed for real-world impact, you can pursue careers in drug research and development, regulatory affairs, or drug formulation and delivery, contributing to the development of innovative solutions that prioritize safety and efficacy.

Oregon State’s leading research faculty, industry contacts and cutting-edge curriculum can help you secure a great position in this fast-growing sector.

Job market outlook

Use the interactive tool on this page to discover employment trends, top occupations and salary details for professionals who have skills related to pharmaceutical sciences. Please be aware that completing a program related to the job market information shown here does not guarantee employment or a specific salary.

Career services

An added benefit is that you’ll have access to Oregon State’s Career Development Center, which provides valuable resources to help you find lifelong career success and meaningful employment in a diverse world.

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Important dates

These are the start dates for OSU’s next two terms. However, this program only admits for fall term.

Winter term starts
Jan. 6, 2025
Spring term starts
March 31, 2025

See our academic calendar for our full quarter term schedule.

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