Application and Admission

Please check the UIC Graduate Admissions application site for the most up to date deadlines and requirements. The UIC PhD application typically opens in early August.

Note: the GRE is no longer required for admission to this program

Application Deadlines

Applications must be submitted by December 1 to begin in the fall of the following year.
Deadline Date
Fall admission December 1

Department Specific Requirements

In addition to the UIC Graduate College minimum requirements, applicants to the Pharmaceutical Sciences (PSCI) program must meet the following program requirements:

  • Baccalaureate Field: Pharmacy, chemistry, biological sciences, or a related biomedical science area
  • Grade Point Average: At least 3.00/4.00 for the final 60 semester (90 quarter) hours of undergraduate study
  • Tests required: The GRE general and subject exams are NOT required
  • Minimum English Competency Test Score*:
    • TOEFL iBT 80, with subscores of Reading 19, Listening 17, Speaking 20, and Writing 21, OR
    • IELTS 6.5, with subscores of 6.0 for all four subscores, OR
    • PTE-Academic 54, with subscores of Reading 51, Listening 47, Speaking 53, and Writing 56
  • CV/Resume: Required
  • Letters of Recommendation: Three required from individuals who are familiar with the applicant’s training ability, character, and potential for successful completion of the program.
  • Personal Statement: Applicants are encouraged to state their specific interest in the program.

*If you are an international student and are not sure if the English language requirement applies for your home country, please check the UIC Admissions International Requirements page.

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Start your application to the PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences program on the UIC Graduate Admissions website.

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