We are excited to announce that the Western New England University, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Dean, Dr. John M. Pezzuto has been named among the top 2% of scientists in the world for his research in the Medicinal and Biomolecular Chemistry field!
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Submission Number: 415
Submission ID: 415
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We are excited to announce that the Western New England University, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Dean, Dr. John M. Pezzuto has been named among the top 2% of scientists in the world for his research in the Medicinal and Biomolecular Chemistry field!
1215 Wilbraham Road
Springfield
Massachusetts
01119
United States
Massachusetts
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Name: Lori J Berg
Title: Executive Director of Admissions, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Phone (Work): 413-796-2073
Email: lori.berg@wne.edu -
Name: Ellen Henry
Title: Assistant Director of Admissions, Health Professional Programs
Phone (Work): 413-796-2528
Email: ellen.henry@wne.edu -
Name: Mae Humphreville
Title: Admissions Counselor
Phone (Work): 413-796-2442
Email: mae.humphreville@wne.edu
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Program Application Deadline
May 01, 2025
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$50
We will continue to accept applications until our program is full. This means our application deadline may change to rolling after the original deadline of May 1.
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Program Description
The MS in Pharmacogenomics program can be completed in three full-time semesters (fall, spring, and summer). Through courses in Genetics and Genetic Counseling, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Pathophysiology, Pharmacogenetics, and others, you’ll be well versed to enter the field of precision medicine.
Courses are taught in the state-of-the-art classrooms and labs of the Center for the Science and Pharmacy, and will prepare you for career opportunities in basic research, the pharmaceutical industry, at genetic testing laboratories, or clinical sites. As a WNE graduate, you will also possess the skillsets prized by employers: divergent thinking, communication, teamwork, leadership and an entrepreneurial mindset—essential to careers in discovery and innovation.
Courses are taught in the state-of-the-art classrooms and labs of the Center for the Science and Pharmacy, and will prepare you for career opportunities in basic research, the pharmaceutical industry, at genetic testing laboratories, or clinical sites. As a WNE graduate, you will also possess the skillsets prized by employers: divergent thinking, communication, teamwork, leadership and an entrepreneurial mindset—essential to careers in discovery and innovation.
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Institution Information
Private
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Fall
Yes
Degree Requirements
37
Research, Clinical
Required
Not Required
Not Required
Degree must be completed with at least 3.0 GPA. All coursework must be completed with a grade of C or better.
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Degree Information
On Campus
Bioengineering, Biological Science, Biomedical Sciences, Biometrics/Biostatistics, Biotechnology, Cancer, Cellular Biology, Clinical Research, Drug Development, Drug Discovery, Drug Metabolism, Experimental Therapeutics, Health Outcomes, Immunology, Medicinal Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Molecular Medicine, Molecular Science, Patient Safety, Pharmaceutical Science, Pharmacodynamics, Pharmacogenomics, Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacy Care, Pharmacy Communication, Pharmacy Policy, Physiological Science, Public Health, Translational Science
The design of the MS in Pharmacogenomics has purposely integrated all major aspects of this field, from basic genetics to clinical implementation. This results in the program including introductory and advanced medical genetics and pharmacogenomics, pharmacology and pathophysiology, genetic data analysis and laboratory techniques, healthcare outcomes and statistical analysis, research design and application, genetic counseling and clinician or patient interactions at medical sites.
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Program Statistics
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14
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Yes
GRE and Other Tests
No
TOEFL or IELTS
International students may provide the following English language test scores to meet our requirement:
TOEFL - 80 IBT
IELTS - 6.5
PTE Academic - 56
STEP Eiken - 1
iTEP - 4.5
Duolingo - 105 DET
TOEFL - 80 IBT
IELTS - 6.5
PTE Academic - 56
STEP Eiken - 1
iTEP - 4.5
Duolingo - 105 DET
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Letters of Recommendation
Yes
2
At least one letter of recommendation must be from a professor (i.e., a faculty member).
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Other Admission Requirements
2.70
Application Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree: A U.S. bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university or an equivalent degree from a foreign country.
• Preferred minimum GPA: Undergraduate GPA of 2.70 is preferred. Candidates with a lower GPA will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Transcripts: Transcripts from all colleges attended must be submitted to PharmGrad. International students must submit an English-translated transcript and degree certificate. An official course by course degree evaluation may be required prior to matriculation.
• Recommendations: A minimum of two evaluator names must be submitted within your PharmGrad application; at least one recommendation must be from a professor (i.e., a faculty member).
• Qualified candidates may be invited to participate in an interview and complete a writing sample.
• A current resume or CV must be uploaded to the Documents section within PharmGrad.
• Bachelor’s degree: A U.S. bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university or an equivalent degree from a foreign country.
• Preferred minimum GPA: Undergraduate GPA of 2.70 is preferred. Candidates with a lower GPA will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Transcripts: Transcripts from all colleges attended must be submitted to PharmGrad. International students must submit an English-translated transcript and degree certificate. An official course by course degree evaluation may be required prior to matriculation.
• Recommendations: A minimum of two evaluator names must be submitted within your PharmGrad application; at least one recommendation must be from a professor (i.e., a faculty member).
• Qualified candidates may be invited to participate in an interview and complete a writing sample.
• A current resume or CV must be uploaded to the Documents section within PharmGrad.
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Financial Support
90
Department or University Scholarship
n/a
Incoming students with a GPA of 3.0 are automatically awarded the COPHS Master's Impact Scholarship in the amount of $2,500.
All students may work with our financial aid department to determine if they are eligible for federal financial aid.
All students may work with our financial aid department to determine if they are eligible for federal financial aid.
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Background Checks and Drug Screenings
No
No
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