Wilmington,
NC,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Pharmaceutical Chemistry in Wilmington United States | University of North Carolina Wilmington
University of North Carolina Wilmington
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Wilmington United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
21,364
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
42 months
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry provides research-focused Master's and Ph.D. programs in both Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Chemistry. These programs aim to equip students with undergraduate chemistry backgrounds through advanced coursework, specialized study, and independent research opportunities. Participants engage in pioneering research across diverse fields including Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Marine and Atmospheric Science, Biochemistry, Organic and Inorganic Synthesis, Analytical Chemistry, Computational and Physical Chemistry, and Chemical Education. Many research outcomes lead to publications in peer-reviewed journals or conference presentations, frequently featuring student co-authors.
Addressing regional economic demands, we've incorporated a pharmaceutical chemistry specialization into our M.S. degree program. Our graduate students can explore various research domains, spanning both conventional chemistry disciplines and innovative interdisciplinary areas. Graduate students gain valuable experience by teaching undergraduate laboratories and guiding both undergraduate and new graduate students in research projects.
The Pharmaceutical Chemistry Ph.D. program at UNCW equips students for versatile careers in the pharmaceutical field. Our Chemistry & Biochemistry faculty support this mission by delivering comprehensive pharmaceutical chemistry coursework and diverse research concentrations, ranging from conventional drug discovery and medicinal chemistry to cutting-edge therapeutic antibody development. Beyond pharmaceutical industry roles, program graduates will be well-prepared for positions in the growing contract research (CRO) and biotechnology fields, academic careers, or launching innovative startup ventures.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Students can enter the Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry program in the following three ways:
1. Students with a M.S in Chemistry or other STEM-related discipline entering directly into the Ph.D. program,
2. Students with a B.S. (based on a 4-year program) in Chemistry or other STEM-related discipline entering the MS in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and transitioning into the Ph.D. program,
3. Students with a B.S. in Chemistry or other STEM-related discipline entering directly into the Ph.D. program.
Minimum requirements for students in categories 1 and 2
a. An overall grade point average of at least 3.0 out of 4.0 for the most recent degree earned.
b. GRE score of at least 65th percentile (average for the verbal, quantitative and analytical writing sections).
c. For applicants whose native language is not English: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of at least 550 on the paper test or 79 on the online test, or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a score of 6.5 or 7.0.
Minimum requirements for students in category 3
a. An overall grade point average of at least 3.5 out of 4.0.
b. GRE score of at least 75th percentile (average for the verbal, quantitative and analytical writing sections).
c. For applicants whose native language is not English: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of at least 550 on the paper test or 79 on the online test, or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a score of 6.5 or 7.0.
1. Students with a M.S in Chemistry or other STEM-related discipline entering directly into the Ph.D. program,
2. Students with a B.S. (based on a 4-year program) in Chemistry or other STEM-related discipline entering the MS in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and transitioning into the Ph.D. program,
3. Students with a B.S. in Chemistry or other STEM-related discipline entering directly into the Ph.D. program.
Minimum requirements for students in categories 1 and 2
a. An overall grade point average of at least 3.0 out of 4.0 for the most recent degree earned.
b. GRE score of at least 65th percentile (average for the verbal, quantitative and analytical writing sections).
c. For applicants whose native language is not English: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of at least 550 on the paper test or 79 on the online test, or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a score of 6.5 or 7.0.
Minimum requirements for students in category 3
a. An overall grade point average of at least 3.5 out of 4.0.
b. GRE score of at least 75th percentile (average for the verbal, quantitative and analytical writing sections).
c. For applicants whose native language is not English: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of at least 550 on the paper test or 79 on the online test, or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a score of 6.5 or 7.0.
Tuition
USD
21,364