Degrees & Programs
Groundbreaking science. Next-level patient care. Global expertise in advancing healthcare. The CU Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is preparing students — from undergraduates to working professionals — for high levels of success. If you’re ready to break barriers and lead our industry, learn more about our programs here.
PharmD Program
The Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree is a four-year professional program that will prepare you for a variety of careers in the dynamic profession of pharmacy. From hospitals to pharmaceutical companies, we'll prepare you to work in a variety of healthcare settings as a medication expert who makes a difference in the lives of patients.
Master of Science (MS) Program
Ready to advance your skills in the fields of clinical pharmacy or pharmaceutical sciences? Learn more about our Master of Science programs. The Master of Science in Clinical Pharmacy is a program for pharmacists who would like to advance their practice toward patient-centered care.
PhD Programs
Home to renowned scientists who have a reputation for making groundbreaking discoveries, CU Pharmacy is the ideal training ground to ear your PhD. Get ready to make life-changing advances. We offer PhD programs in three fields of study: pharmaceutical sciences, molecular toxicology, and pharmaceutical outcomes research.
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Pharmacy Tech
Ready to make a difference and build a career you love? Our Online Pharmacy Technician program is your fast track into the world of healthcare — where every day brings new opportunities to help others, grow your skills, and make a real impact.
Continuing Education
Our Continuing Education program offers live and online ACPE-accredited educational activities to University of Colorado alumni and preceptors, pharmacists who live in Colorado and those who come to our online campus from anywhere.
Cannabis Science and Medicine Programs
From the 8-week CE introduction to the full Master’s of Science degree, all programs are designed to provide timely and evidence-based information and techniques to ensure patient safety and accurate cannabis science. All programs are online, interactive and taught by international experts in the field.
Dual Degree Programs
Set yourself apart by earning a dual degree. Students in the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences entry level PharmD program are welcome to apply to also pursue a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) or a Masters of Public Health (MPH) degree in addition to their PharmD degree.
Fellowships
We offer multiple fellowships including Neurology Clinical Research, Academic Care Post-Doctoral Fellowship, and Health Outcomes and Ambulatory Care Post-Doctoral Fellowship.
Residencies
We offer a community-based post-graduate year 1 (PGY1) program, and six different year 2 (PGY2) residency programs. Our residencies are accredited by the American Society of Health-Systems Pharmacists (ASHP). Residency programs build on Doctor of Pharmacy education, with the PGY2 programs building on PGY1 training, to contribute to the clinical development of our residents.