Ph.D. and M.S. Degrees Available
Our Program
The goal of the Clinical Pharmaceutical Sciences, or CPS, concentration is to train clinical and translational researchers, including clinician-scientists, to pursue independent research careers in academia, industry, or government. Researchers with this type of training are in high demand and are often crucial in interdisciplinary, team-oriented research environments. CPS offers both residential M.S. and Ph.D. degrees. As leaders in the field of the field of precision medicine, the faculty’s current research focus is to understand genetic and non-genetic factors contributing to variability in drug response.
Areas of Research
Precision Medicine / Implementation Science
Pharmacogenomics
Cardiology
Clinical Pharmacology / Drug Metabolism
Infectious Diseases
Oncology
Systems Pharmacology
Who Should Apply?
Eligible applicants who hold bachelor’s, master’s, or clinical doctoral degrees in the biomedical sciences or related field will be considered. Applicants who hold U.S. citizenship or permanent residency status will be given priority in the selection process. Applicants with U.S.-based Pharm.D. degrees are especially encouraged to apply.
How Much Does It Cost?
Students admitted into the program may be offered a tuition waiver, and a teaching assistantship with an associated stipend. For those with a Pharm.D. degree from an ACPE-accredited institution, an increased stipend may be available for students who provide specialized teaching and clinical contributions.
Clinical Practice Opportunities
Students clinically trained (usually with a Pharm.D.) and licensed in the State of Florida will have the opportunity to provide limited clinical service within the UF Precision Medicine Program. Additional clinical practice opportunities may be available within and outside of the College of Pharmacy as well.
Typical Ph.D. Timeline
| Year | Activities |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Didactic coursework; selection of advisor and graduate committee |
| Year 2 | Completion of elective coursework; development of dissertation project |
| Year 3 | Completion of qualifying examination; continue dissertation research |
| Year 4 | Completion of dissertation research; dissertation preparation and defense |
90 Credits Total credits required for graduation. This includes required, elective and research credits.
4-5 Years The program typically takes four to five years to complete.
Typical M.S. Timeline
| Year | Activities |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Didactic coursework; selection of advisor and graduate committee |
| Year 2 | Completion of thesis research; thesis preparation and defense |
30 Credits Total credits required for graduation. This includes required, elective and research credits.
2 Years The program typically takes two years to complete.
DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACOTHERAPY AND TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH
Graduate Student Handbook
The graduate student handbook is a reference guide for students to review the department's policies and procedures.
Apply By December 1
Application Information
Students are typically admitted into the Ph.D. program for the fall semester of each academic year. We recommend that all application materials for those wanting to be considered for the fall 2024 term be submitted no later than 5 p.m. EST on December 1, 2023.
Contact Us
For more information about the Clinical Pharmaceutical Sciences concentration, please contact:
- UF College of Pharmacy’s Office of Graduate programs (graduateadmissions@cop.ufl.edu)
- Graduate Coordinator Julio Duarte, Pharm.D., Ph.D.