Contact Information
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Institution Address:
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Address 1: Nova Southeastern University 
Address 2: Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy 
Address 3: 3200 South University Drive
City: Fort Lauderdale
State: Florida
Zip/Postal Code: 33328
Country: United States

Program Location:: Florida
Admissions Office Contact(s)::
- Name: Stephanie Ruddock Royes
  Title: Graduate Admissions Counselor 
  Office: NSU Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy 
  Phone (Work): 954-262-1139
  Email: sruddock@nova.edu

Institutional Website::
- https://pharmacy.nova.edu/master-pharmaceutical-affairs/index.html

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Program Application Deadline
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Application Deadline
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What is your application deadline for the upcoming academic year?: July 17, 2025
Does this program use rolling admissions?: Yes

Participation
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Is your program participating in PharmGrad?: Yes

Application Fee:: $50
Application Deadline Description::
Seize the opportunity and take the lead in your academic journey. By submitting your application early, you enhance your chances of securing a spot within our college of pharmacy. Additionally, this will provide you with ample time to explore scholarships, housing options (if coming in person), and other valuable resources that can shape your college experience. Don't wait, act now and set yourself up for success!

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Program Description
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Program Description:
At the Nova Southeastern University Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy, we empower you to reach new heights in your pharmaceutical career. Our Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Affairs program is designed to maximize your earning potential and equip you with the skills and knowledge to become a leader in the pharmaceutical industry and beyond. Silverman College of Pharmacy faculty will teach you to excel amidst dynamic challenges, operational constraints, and ever-expanding patient responsibility. 
Ready to unlock your full potential in the pharmaceutical world? Explore NSU's M.S. in Pharmaceutical Affairs: a one-year program shaping leaders for pharmaceutical, health care, and biomedical sectors. Via this online and in-person program, you’ll prepare for professional careers in pharmacy, medicine, and more.


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Institution Information
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Is your institution public or private?: Private
Is your program accepting applications for this program?: Yes
Program Start Term:: Fall
Satellite/Branch campuses::
- Online 

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Degree Requirements
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Credits Required for Degree: : 38
Required Rotations:: Not Required
Seminars:: Varies
College-based Qualifying/Comprehensive Exam:: Not Required
Other Qualifying Exams or Certifications:: Not Required
Thesis/Dissertation:: Not Required
Additional Information about Degree Requirements::
The program requires passing a Capstone course during the last semester. 

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Degree Information
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Delivery Method: Hybrid
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Area(s) of Study:: Administrative Science, Behavioral Science, Biochemistry, Health Outcomes, Health Policy, Health Services, Human Population, Patient Safety, Pharmaceutical Marketing, Pharmaceutical Science, Pharmacodynamics, Pharmacoeconomics, Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacology, Pharmacy Management, Pharmacy Marketing, Pharmacy Policy, Public Health
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The degree provides additional preparation prior to pursuing professional careers within the health care system, such as pharmacy, medicine, physician assistant, and nursing, among others. If accepted in our college, up to 8 semesters hours are eligible to be transferred to the Pharm.D. program. 

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Program Statistics
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Have you previously enrolled students in this program?: Yes
Last academic year-number of accepted students for your program:: 20
Last academic year-country of origin of the accepted students:
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United States: 19
International: 1

Last academic year-average overall GPA of the accepted students:: 2.3
Have you graduated your first class for this program?: Yes
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The majority of MSPA students advance onto our Pharm.D. program and other graduate programs. 


Last 5 academic years-estimated average years of study to graduation:: 1
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GRE and Other Tests
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GRE Section
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 Is the GRE required?: No

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All standardized exams (e.g., PCAT, DAT, GRE, MCAT, OAT, etc.) for entrance into the NSU Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy are optional. If submitted, all standardized exam scores should be within 3 years from the application submission date. 

Are any of the following tests required for international applicants?: TOEFL or IELTS
Other tests or credentials::
Proof of English proficiency is required for non-native English speakers. Scores for the following standardized tests currently satisfy NSU’s Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy English requirements: 
•	Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): minimum score of 80 on the internet-based test (iTB) (toefl.org)
•	International English Language Testing System (IELTS): minimum score of 6.0 on the test module (ielts.org)
•	Duolingo Test of English: minimum score of 105 (duolingo.com)

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Letters of Recommendation
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Letters of Recommendation:
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Are letters of recommendations required by your program?: Yes
 If yes, how many letters of recommendation are required?: 2

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Two letters of recommendations, on official letterhead with a signature, 1 from a science professor and a second from either a science or a non-science professor, or healthcare provider.  

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Other Admission Requirements
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Minimum overall GPA considered:: 2.0
Recommended overall GPA considered:: 2.5
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Financial Support
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Percentage of students receiving financial support:: 0
Type of financial support available:: Other
What is the minimum financial support for eligible students apart from tuition remission?: 0
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Work study and student employment opportunities are available to eligible students. 

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Background Checks and Drug Screenings
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Is your institution participating in the PharmGrad-facilitated Criminal Background Check (CBC) Service?: No
Is your institution participating in the PharmGrad-facilitated Drug Screening Service?: No
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