Graduate Programs at the Universities at Shady Grove (USG) Campus
MS in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics
Since Fall 2019, the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy has offered the MS in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics (MCST) at the Shady Grove campus. This program equips students with the knowledge to support patients and the medical cannabis industry, contribute to research, and inform medical cannabis policy.
The two-year program blends online instruction with in-person experiences, preparing graduates to respond to the growing demand for medical cannabis with an understanding of both its basic science and clinical applications.
MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences
The MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences program prepares graduates for impactful careers in academia, government, and the pharmaceutical industry. It emphasizes both basic and applied sciences in drug discovery, development, and delivery.
This 16-month, full-time program integrates coursework with hands-on laboratory research. Students complete a biopharmaceutical research internship and a capstone project, working with a faculty advisor to tailor experiences to their career goals. A thesis is not required.