PhD in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration

UIC's Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences runs a doctorate focused on discovering, developing, and formulating bioactive compounds for disease treatment. Research areas include drug delivery, natural-product science, medicinal chemistry, and the molecular basis of therapies. This is a research degree and not a practice degree, so students who want to work as pharmacists should look to the professional Doctor of Pharmacy instead. The graduate catalog lists courses and admission procedures. The university and program faculty make admission decisions, so prospective students should plan ahead and contact the program directly with questions about eligibility, timing, and how to apply. Students also have access to the wider campus, including libraries, research facilities, and student services.