Lead the Field with UMass Lowell's Master's in Pharmaceutical Sciences
UMass Lowell's Master's in Pharmaceutical Sciences is designed for today's rapidly growing biopharma industry, giving you the advanced laboratory, analytical and research skills highly valued by employers. With the affordability of a public university and the rigor of a nationally recognized research institution, you'll benefit from exceptional return on investment.
As a graduate student, you'll collaborate with leading pharmaceutical scientists, build hands-on experience in state-of-the-art labs and connect with biopharma employers throughout New England's thriving life sciences corridor.
No GRE Required
One of the Most Affordable Tuitions in the Nation
No. 1 Public University in Massachusetts - WSJ
Career Outlook for Pharmaceutical Scientists
Our graduates go on to careers in industry labs, manufacturing, regulatory affairs, clinical trials, and academic or industrial research, or continue into Ph.D. studies for advanced specialization. They have gained Co-op, internships and full-time roles with leading employers such as:
- Pfizer
- Moderna
- Johnson & Johnson
- AbbVie
- MilliporeSigma
- Biogen
- Takeda Pharmaceuticals
"Employment of medical scientists is projected to grow 9 percent from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations."
Why Choose UMass Lowell's Master's in Pharmaceutical Sciences?
Located in the Merrimack Valley, a thriving hub for biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices and life sciences manufacturing, you benefit from direct access to leading employers and hands-on opportunities. You can also start with a Graduate Certificate in Pharmaceutical Sciences to upskill quickly or stack credits toward the master's degree, giving you flexible pathways to accelerate your career.
#1 in What Matters Most
- Public University in Massachusetts by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ).
- Best Value Public university in the state according to both WSJ and U.S. News & World Report
- For 10-, 20-, 30- and 40-year return on investment among Massachusetts public research universities (Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce)
- Starting and mid-career salaries among Massachusetts publics (Payscale.com)
- Sustainable university in Massachusetts (Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education). UMass Lowell is the only higher education institution in Massachusetts to receive the platinum rating, one of eight in the nation and one of 15 worldwide!
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