Improve Drug Development and Delivery with a Pharmaceutics Degree from MCPHS
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Lead Innovations in Pharmaceutical Development and Delivery
In the Master of Science in Pharmaceutics (MS) program at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS), you will advance your knowledge in the chemical, biological, and technological processes of pharmaceutical product development, manufacturing, and evaluation.Study dosage forms and pharmacokinetics to understand the lifecycle of a drug in the body.
This two-year program, available on our Boston campus, will prepare you for careers across the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.
Why Earn a Master of Science in Pharmaceutics from MCPHS?
- Thesis and Non-Thesis Options: Customize your degree by choosing to complete a thesis and conduct novel research with a faculty mentor. Non-thesis students gain hands-on experience during summer internships.
- A STEM-Designated Degree: Upon completion, international students are qualified for an additional two years of OPT in the United States.
- Cutting-Edge Labs: Study and train in our on-campus pharmaceutics labs, which include the latest technologies and industry-standard equipment.
- Industry Connections: A leader in health and life sciences education, MCPHS works closely with major pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to create learning and career opportunities for students.
Values driven. Outcome oriented.
MCPHS is an established leader in health and life sciences education and has trained professionals for more than 200 years.
#1
in New EnglandIn 2025, College Factual ranked MCPHS the best pharmacy school in the region and among the top five in the country.
$109,070
Median SalaryAnnual compensation for medical scientists, including pharmaceutical scientists, in 2024 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor & Statistics.
23%
of the R&D WorkforceNearly a quarter of the country’s biopharma research and development jobs were in Massachusetts in 2024, per MassBio.
The MCPHS Difference
Hands-On Experiences to Refine Your Skills
Graduate students across the School of Pharmacy at MCPHS advance their knowledge and practice essential skills working in state-of-the-art laboratories under the guidance of our expert faculty.
Alumni Making Their Mark
Graduates from the MS in Pharmaceutics program go on to have impactful careers in a variety of roles and industries. Organizations that have hired MCPHS grads include Eli Lilly and Company, Massachusetts General Hospital, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and Takeda.