For students looking to expand their qualifications in pharmacogenomics, Manchester offers the BS-to-MS in PGx, which allows undergraduates to secure a reserved seat in the MS program, complete advising check-ins, and take a 3+1 or 4+1 track depending on their timeline.

This track is designed to remove guesswork, provide structure, and help students transition confidently into advanced genetic science careers.

For students looking to expand their qualifications in pharmacogenomics, Manchester offers the Pharm.D./MS Dual Degree. Pharm.D. students can earn both their Doctor of Pharmacy and MS in Pharmacogenomics in the same timeframe by completing PGx courses during the summers of their pharmacy program.

This track is designed to remove guesswork, provide structure, and help students transition confidently into advanced genetic science careers.

At Manchester, students are encouraged to engage with the broader pharmacogenomics (PGx) community beyond the classroom. Through academic, professional, and research-focused opportunities, students build strong connections that support their future careers.

Students can participate in the Student Personalized Medicine Coalition (sPMC), a group that fosters collaboration across the PGx field. They also benefit from information sessions, admissions workshops, and networking events with faculty, alumni, and professionals in healthcare and biotech.

Manchester’s ongoing partnerships allow students to contribute meaningfully to the field. Recent highlights include:

• Development of a database aligning U.S. FDA PGx data with Clinical Pharmacogenetics Implementation Consortium (CPIC) guidelines

• A continuing education article authored for pharmacists on PGx and commonly prescribed medications

These experiences help prepare students for careers in areas like genetic counseling, Ph.D. research, and medical science liaison roles. We are always looking for new ways to connect our students with the evolving PGx landscape.

Enhance Patient Care

The Manchester Graduate Certificate in Pharmacogenomics (GC in PGx) is for health care professionals seeking to enhance, expand, and differentiate their practice and optimize the care they provide their patients.

The GC in PGx is comprised of five cutting-edge courses aimed at providing education into the depth and breadth of pharmacogenomics, so that practitioners can build their competencies and apply important foundational knowledge about PGx to their practice.

The 12 semester-credit-hour program provides approximately 180 contact hours, delivered 100% online. Additionally, these courses can be applied to completion of our Master of Science in Pharmacogenomics Program, which aims to train individuals in a broader leadership role in this exciting field.

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Let’s connect!

We are ready and waiting to answer all your questions about our Master of Science in Pharmacogenomics!

For questions or more information contact us at gradadmissions@manchester.edu call 260-470-2703

To be considered for the Master of Science in Pharmacogenomics, you must have:

• A bachelor’s degree in a science or science-related field; a master’s degree in a science or science-related field; or a relevant professional degree (medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, etc.). This degree must be equivalent to one conferred by a U.S. accredited institution.
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale is preferred.
• A minimum science GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale is preferred.

To be sure the courses from your college or university satisfy prerequisite requirements for admission to Manchester, see the course equivalency chart for each of the following institutions. If your institution is not in this list, you may direct questions regarding coursework to the Office of Graduate Admissions or call 260-470-2703.

View Course Equivalencies

The application for the on-site MS in Pharmacogenomics becomes available every August 18. The deadline for international students to submit their application is February 15. The deadline for domestic students to submit their application is April 15.

Application materials should be submitted through the Pharmacy Graduate Application Service (PharmGRAD). A completed PharmGRAD application is required to be considered for admission. This includes a personal statement and a resume/CV. In addition, you will be required to report all institution(s) attended on the PharmGRAD application and request all transcript(s) be sent directly from the institution(s) to PharmGRAD.

Applicants who studied outside the U.S. will be required to order a course-by-course foreign credit evaluation report from World Education Services (WES) and have it sent directly to PharmGRAD.

Do I qualify?

To be considered for admission to the graduate certificate program, candidates must:

• Possess a bachelor’s degree in science or a science related field (chemistry, biology, etc.); or a master’s degree in science or science related field (genetic counseling, etc.); or a professional degree (medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, etc.). The degree must be from a regionally accredited institution.
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 is preferred on a 4.0 scale
• A minimum science GPA of a 2.7 is preferred on a 4.0 scale

Applications for admission are accepted from August 18 through July 1 each year. Application materials are to be submitted through the Pharmacy Graduate Application Service (PharmGRAD). A completed PharmGRAD application is required to be considered for admission (a personal statement, resume/CV, report all institution(s) attended on the PharmGRAD application and request all transcript(s) be sent directly from the institution(s) to PharmGRAD). Applicants who studied outside the U.S. will be required to order a course-by-course foreign credit evaluation report from World Education Services (WES) indicating the US degree equivalency for each international institution attended and have it sent directly to PharmGRAD.

The annual admission cycle for the graduate certificate is as follows:

• August 18 – PharmGRAD application becomes available.
• December 15 – Application deadline for Spring Semester
• July 1 – Application deadline for Fall Semester.

International Admissions

As per government regulations, a program must apply for approval to admit international students. Manchester University has received approval from the Department of Homeland Security to admit students from outside the U.S for the following programs:

• Doctor of Pharmacy Program (on-campus program only)
• Master of Science in Pharmacogenomics Program (on-campus program only)
• Master of Athletic Training Program
• Master of Business Administration

Currently, international students are not eligible to apply to these Programs as they do not have approval from Homeland Security to accept international students:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
• Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program
• Master of Science in Nutrition and Nutrigenomics Program

Application

All international applicants must apply through the appropriate CAS. A completed CAS application is required to be considered for admission to all programs. Use the links below to view admission requirements, program specific prerequisites, and application deadlines.

 Do not send admissions related documents to Manchester University directly. Please read the requirements for international applicants:

Additional Requirements for International Applicants and MBA Program Applicants

Students who already attend Manchester University and are interested in enrolling in one of the MBA Program’s three dedicated tracks only need to follow the guidelines outlined in this section.

TRANSCRIPTS:

Applicants who completed their degree(s)/studies outside the United States will be required to submit a course-by-course foreign credit evaluation report from World Education Services (WES) for each international institution attended directly to the appropriate CAS.

Verified copies of all collegiate transcripts:

• Step 1: Enter all institutions attended, domestic and international, in CAS application.
• Step 2: Please follow the steps outlined within the CAS application process to order this evaluation.
• Information about WES can be found at www.wes.org. Students are responsible for payment of fees to WES (not Manchester University) for this service.

English Proficiency:

International applicants must be able to read, speak, write and comprehend rapid idiomatic English. We do not offer ESL instruction. Therefore, the TOEFL or IELTS exam is required of all students whose language of instruction is not English. The following are minimum guidelines used to determine sufficient test scores for admission:

TOEFL paper-based test = 550
TOEFL iBT = 79
IELTS = 6.5

Testing locations and dates for these exams may be found on their web sites:

TOEFL
IELTS 

Test results must be entered into your CAS application and sent to the appropriate CAS.

Important: Applicants who were instructed in English may still be asked to submit a TOEFL or IELTS exam result in order to assess English proficiency.

Evidence of financial support:

Students must be able to show their ability to pay for their program studies in the United States. Students may self-fund their education or obtain a financial sponsor. Students with a financial sponsor must complete the Affidavit of Financial Support and return the document signed by the student’s sponsor to the Office of Graduate Admissions with proof of adequate funds to support you for at least one year. Such proof includes bank statements, employer testimony of salary, or government support letters. 

*Evidence of financial support is not required for those enrolling into the MBA Program.

Statement of Non-Discrimination in the Admission Process

Manchester University is committed to non-discrimination in the admissions process. The University does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, ancestry, race, color, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, religion, disability, physical characteristics, or veteran status in admissions including its admission decisions and scholarships or loan awards.

Certified copies of marks, grades, and transcripts, if the degree(s) were received from institutions outside of the U.S.

Manchester will not accept transcripts directly submitted by students or institutions. All international transcripts must be submitted for evaluation to World Education Services. WES will then send Manchester University a copy of their evaluation. There is a fee for this evaluation that the student is in charge of paying and the evaluation can take 2-4 weeks. If you are transferring from a university outside the U.S., you also must have the transcript evaluated by World Education Services.  Admission and transfer of credits cannot be finalized until we receive the report from WES.