Turn your curiosity into impact—pursue your research interests while earning your PharmD and unlock new career possibilities!
Advance Your Future with a Combined Degree at Pitt Pharmacy
At Pitt Pharmacy, you don’t have to choose between research and practice—you can do both. Our combined degree pathway empowers motivated students to explore their passions, gain early research experience, and fast-track their careers in pharmacy and science.
- Mentored Research (PHARM 1097): Partner with world-class faculty to explore your research interests and discover your ideal MS or PhD path before applying.
- Flexible Application Timeline: Take control of your journey with the freedom to explore all your options before making a commitment.
- Early MS or PhD Entry: Get a head start on your doctoral studies and begin shaping your research career sooner.
- Broad research opportunities: Pitt Pharmacy offers multiple research tracks that span every phase of the drug development journey—from discovery to delivery.
- Scholarship Opportunities: Invest in your future—learn more about the scholarships designed to support your goals.
PharmD/PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Earn Dual Credit: Apply up to 21 overlapping credits from your PharmD toward your PhD—accelerating your path to advanced research training.
- Tuition-Free PhD: Enjoy full tuition coverage for your PhD after completing your PharmD.
- Competitive Support Package: Receive a generous stipend and comprehensive healthcare benefits while pursuing your PhD.
PharmD/MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Accelerate Your Master’s Degree: Earn up to 21 overlapping credits toward your MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences (MSPS) during your PharmD training—saving time and tuition.
- Flexible Pathways: Choose between a 1-year non-thesis or 2-year thesis MS option to match your research interests and career goals.
PharmD/MS in PharmacoAnalytics - Pharmaceutical Outcomes Research
- Accelerate Your Master’s Degree: Earn up to 19.5 overlapping credits toward your MS in PA-POR during your PharmD training—saving time and tuition.
- Choose your own Path: Choose between a 1-year non-thesis or 2-year thesis MS option to match your research interests and career goals.
- Balance Life and Learning: A dynamic blend of online, asynchronous learning combined with scheduled synchronous interactions ensures the flexibility you need in your busy life with the support necessary for your academic success.