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    Master of Business Administration/Doctor of Pharmacy (MBA/PharmD)

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    Los Angeles, USMBAIn-person5 years
    $78,944.00
    Tuition
    over 60mo
    31%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    176
    Cohort
    students
    48
    Credits
    $155.00
    App fee

    Master of Business Administration/Doctor of Pharmacy (MBA/PharmD) at University of Southern California is a 48-credit, 5-year, in-person MBA program based in Los Angeles, US. Tuition is $78,944.

    About the program

    Dual degree program combining pharmacy and business administration. Covers PharmD requirements from School of Pharmacy and 48 units of MBA coursework from Marshall School of Business.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    GMAT
    optional
    Min no minimum GMAT/GRE score required
    TOEFL
    optional
    Min TOEFL or IELTS exam scores are required to demonstrate proficiency in English for international applicants. Refer to USC English Language Proficiency policy.
    IELTS
    optional
    Min TOEFL or IELTS exam scores are required to demonstrate proficiency in English for international applicants. Refer to USC English Language Proficiency policy.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $26,462.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Business Administration/Doctor of Pharmacy (MBA/PharmD) at University of Southern California cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Business Administration/Doctor of Pharmacy (MBA/PharmD) at University of Southern California is $78,944 across 48 required credits.
    Is Master of Business Administration/Doctor of Pharmacy (MBA/PharmD) at University of Southern California online or in-person?
    Master of Business Administration/Doctor of Pharmacy (MBA/PharmD) at University of Southern California is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Business Administration/Doctor of Pharmacy (MBA/PharmD) at University of Southern California take to complete?
    Master of Business Administration/Doctor of Pharmacy (MBA/PharmD) at University of Southern California is structured around 5 years and 48 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Business Administration/Doctor of Pharmacy (MBA/PharmD) at University of Southern California?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 GPA
    How competitive is Master of Business Administration/Doctor of Pharmacy (MBA/PharmD) at University of Southern California?
    Master of Business Administration/Doctor of Pharmacy (MBA/PharmD) at University of Southern California reports an acceptance rate of approximately 31%.