Dual Degree Programs
Two Degrees, One Journey
Explore Our Dual Degree Options
Bachelors Dual Major Program
The Multiple Dependent Degree Program (MDDP) allows you to earn your Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences while pursuing a second major in the U-M College of Literature, Sciences and the Arts (LSA).
How does it work? Let’s take you step-by-step!
First, choose your second major! Whether you want to pair your Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences with another health or science-related program, become fluent in another language, or learn how political science plays into your career, LSA has 85+ majors to choose from.
Next, you will work through the application process with a Student Services staff member in the College of Pharmacy. You will fill out the Undergraduate Dual Degree Approval Form and work with an academic advisor in LSA for the final sign-off.
Finally, you wait to be accepted into the MDDP program and work with staff in Pharmacy and LSA to ensure you are on track with both majors. The MDDP requires 150 credits to complete, as opposed to the traditional 120 for a one-major bachelor’s degree.
Dual PharmD and MBA Program
Expand your knowledge of the business sector with a Master in Business Administration while pursuing your Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree. It’s the perfect combination for any PharmD student ready to start their own business, manage a community pharmacy or take a leadership position with the pharmaceutical and biotech industry.
How does it work? Let’s take you step-by-step!
First, you will meet with the Associate Director of Students Services, Crystal Gregory, to discuss your class schedule and next steps.
Next, during the third year of the PharmD program, you will apply for the MBA program through the Ross School of Business. Nothing from your original PharmD application will be considered for your Ross application – it’s a completely separate process.
Finally, if admitted, you will continue to meet with academic advising staff in the College of Pharmacy and Ross School of Business to ensure you are on the right path to graduation. All MBA coursework must be complete to receive your PharmD, and vice versa because it’s a degree-dependent program.
What Does this Journey Look Like?
This program allows you to complete all requirements for the PharmD and the MBA programs in five years.
Year One
Fall Term: PharmD
Winter Term: PharmD
Spring/Summer: N/A
Year Two
Fall Term: PharmD
Winter Term: PharmD
Spring/Summer: N/A
Year Three
Fall Term: PharmD
Winter Term: PharmD
Spring/Summer: PharmD
Year Four
Fall Term: MBA
Winter Term: MBA
Spring/Summer: PharmD
Year Five
Fall Term: PharmD
Winter Term: MBA
Spring/Summer: N/A
Dual PharmD and MPH Program
Expand your knowledge of healthcare challenges with a Master in Public Health while pursuing your Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree. It’s the perfect combination for any PharmD student ready to work as a pharmacist in environmental health, epidemiology, health equity or health policy.
How does it work? Let’s take you step-by-step!
First, you will meet with the Associate Director of Students Services, Crystal Gregory, to discuss your class schedule and next steps.
Next, during the third year of the PharmD program, you will apply for the MPH program through the School of Public Health before the deadline. Email [email protected] to obtain the Dual Degree application. Nothing from your original PharmD application will be considered for your MPH application – it’s a completely separate process.
Finally, if admitted, you will continue to meet with academic advising staff in the College of Pharmacy and School of Public Health to ensure you are on the right path to graduation. All MPH coursework must be complete to receive your PharmD, and vice versa because it’s a degree-dependent program.
What Does this Journey Look Like?
This program allows you to complete all requirements for the PharmD program and the MPH program in five years.
Year One
Fall Term: PharmD
Winter Term: PharmD
Spring/Summer: N/A
Year Two
Fall Term: PharmD
Winter Term: PharmD
Spring/Summer: N/A
Year Three
Fall Term: PharmD
Winter Term: PharmD
Spring/Summer: PharmD
Year Four
Fall Term: MPH
Winter Term: MPH
Spring/Summer: MPH Internship
Year Five
Fall Term: PharmD
Winter Term: PharmD
Spring/Summer: N/A
Dual PharmD and College of Pharmacy PhD Program
Hone in on drug discovery, development, delivery or outcomes research while pursuing your Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD). It’s the perfect combination for students wanting to understand a wider scope of pharmacy beyond practice.
How does it work? Let’s take you step-by-step!
You must apply and be accepted to both the PharmD program and the PhD program in order to pursue the dual program. Before you apply, you must select which College of Pharmacy PhD program you wish to pursue.
Then, you must complete the application process for your desired PhD program. Before you apply, you must select which College of Pharmacy PhD program you wish to pursue.
How Does Funding Work for the Dual Program?
3
Funded Summers of Research Support
$45,000
Forgivable Grant for the PharmD Portion
Full Funding
For the PhD Portion
- Up to three funded summers of research support beginning with the summer prior to the didactic start of the program (stipend and health benefits for self and dependents). The number of summers depends on when the student begins the dual program.
- Up to $45,000 forgivable grant for the PharmD portion of the dual program (PharmD years one through four of being enrolled in the dual program; amount will be less if enrollment in the dual program begins in PharmD year two or later). Note, if a student does not complete either the PharmD or PhD portion, this grant turns into a low-interest loan that must be repaid over time.
- Full funding for the PhD portion of the dual program following completion of the PharmD (typically beginning year five) which includes a full tuition waiver, stipend and health benefits for yourself and dependents. Funding sources can include any combination of fellowship, teaching, research, or traineeship.