PhD in Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

Others:

3%

International:

9%

Hispanic:

10%

Asian:

10%

African American:

17%

White:

59%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Top recruiters

Deloitte

Google

Australian Department of Health

National Health and Medical Research Council

World Health Organization

Facebook

St. Michael's Hospital

Boston Children's Hospital

Meta

The Coca-Cola Company

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$48,776 / year

Overall Cost

$63,776 / year

FAQs

• How long does it take to complete the PhD?
  
  The program generally takes 4 to 6 years to complete.
• Is there funding available for PhD students?
  
  Yes, admitted PhD students typically receive full funding, including a stipend, tuition waiver, and health insurance through teaching or research assistantships.
• What kind of research opportunities are available?
  
  Students engage in research across medicinal chemistry, drug metabolism, chemical biology, pharmacokinetics, and nanomedicine, often in collaboration with other departments or research centers.
• What are the admission requirements for the PhD program?
  
  Requirements typically include a bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or related fields, strong academic records, GRE (optional), letters of recommendation, a statement of purpose, and research experience.
• Which department administers the PhD in Pharmaceutical Chemistry at UNC?
  
  It is primarily administered through the Division of Chemical Biology and Medicinal Chemistry (CBMC) in the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy.
• What is the focus of the PhD program in Pharmaceutical Chemistry at UNC?
  
  The program focuses on drug design, synthesis, biopharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, and the molecular mechanisms of drug action, with strong interdisciplinary training.