Programs of Study

The Department of Pharmacology & Physiology is home to four unique and competitive graduate education programs. Each program has its own separate admission and curricular requirements. We encourage you to research each program extensively before applying, and we are happy to discuss the strengths of each program for your individual goals. Information regarding applications can be found on our How to Apply page.

PhD in Pharmacology & Physiology

A research-oriented degree designed to train scientists for careers in academia, government, and industry.


PhD in Pharmacology & Physiology

MS in Pharmacology

A rigorous one-year program in pharmacology to prepare students for further graduate study or careers in research, government, and industry. Option for a full year of lab research during the program.

MS in Pharmacology

MS in Physiology & Biophysics

A rigorous curriculum of advanced coursework for pre-health students with optional research component for strengthening applications to medical school, dental school, and PhD programs.

MS in Physiology & Biophysics

Special Master’s Program

An intensive one-year program focused on strengthening students’ applications to medical school.


Special Master’s Program

Which Physiology Program is Right for You?

Our department offers two programs that lead to a Master’s in Physiology & Biophysics for students interested in studying human physiology at the graduate level. Determine which program is best for you.

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