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    Pharmacological Sciences, MS

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    Irvine, USMSOnline2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $59,860.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    34
    Cohort
    students
    39
    Credits
    $155.00
    App fee

    Pharmacological Sciences, MS at University of California-Irvine is a 39-credit, 2-year, online MS program based in Irvine, US. Tuition is $59,860 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Two-year program covering pharmacology principles, mechanisms of drug action, drug discovery and development processes, and experimental data analysis. Includes required coursework and a capstone project.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 15, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Jun 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL (minimum score of 80)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS (minimum overall score of 7)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $38,640.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Pharmacological Sciences, MS at University of California-Irvine cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Pharmacological Sciences, MS at University of California-Irvine is $59,860 across 39 required credits.
    Is Pharmacological Sciences, MS at University of California-Irvine online or in-person?
    Pharmacological Sciences, MS at University of California-Irvine is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Pharmacological Sciences, MS at University of California-Irvine take to complete?
    Pharmacological Sciences, MS at University of California-Irvine is structured around 2 years and 39 credits.
    What GPA is required for Pharmacological Sciences, MS at University of California-Irvine?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0
    Is Pharmacological Sciences, MS at University of California-Irvine STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Pharmacological Sciences, MS at University of California-Irvine is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.