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NDSU researchers are among the top two percent of scientists in the world
96%
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Top 100
Public research university in the country with $190 million in research expenditures
Elevate your expertise with NDSU’s graduate program in pharmaceutical sciences. This doctoral program empowers you to specialize in pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, pharmacology or medicinal chemistry. With an emphasis on research and teaching excellence, NDSU offers a tailored educational experience that provides the individual attention students need to thrive. The program is typically completed in four to five years and culminates in an original dissertation. Its robust curriculum integrates core pharmaceutical sciences with specialized coursework, preparing graduates to become leaders in academia, industry and governmental agencies.
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Shape Your Future
NDSU students are encouraged to collaborate with an advisor and develop a unique program of study that meets their specific interests.
Elevate Your Education
Expand upon your expertise by learning more about pharmaceutical dosage forms and innovative drug delivery systems, pharmacogenomics, pharmacokinetics, pharmacology and biotechnology.
Rewarding Research
NDSU fosters a highly collaborative research environment that encourages students to engage with faculty investigators across multiple laboratories. Students benefit from faculty expertise in neuropharmacology, cardiovascular pharmacology, pharmacokinetics and pharmaceutics.
Work in the Best Environment
The College of Health and Human Sciences offers extensive graduate research laboratories equipped with a broad array of modern instruments, such as electrophysiological recording systems, centrifuges, laminar flow hoods, tissue culture incubators, high-performance liquid chromatography systems, behavioral testing areas, a neurosurgical suite, animal care facilities, cardiovascular recording equipment, radioligand and radioimmunoassay resources, chemical structure analysis tools and molecular modeling workstations.
Tuition and Funding
NDSU offers a high-quality, academically rigorous education at an affordable cost. To help you cover tuition and expenses, various departments offer graduate assistantships designed to support your academic and professional goals.
Admission Info
At NDSU, we welcome students from all backgrounds who are seeking to further their education within a supportive, welcoming community.
No matter your academic path, we're committed to making your application process straightforward and stress-free. Find the specific requirements and steps for your graduate application.
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