Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is a private, independent institution committed to the advancement of health. The College possesses all of the qualities for an outstanding education, including diverse academic programs, modern facilities, and distinguished faculty. In addition to its doctor of pharmacy program, ACPHS offers five Master of Science programs in the health sciences including: Cytotechnology, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Health Outcomes Research, Molecular Biosciences and Pharmaceutical Sciences.  All five degree programs are offered on the College’s main campus in Albany, New York; students in the Pharmaceutical Sciences program may also pursue the degree on the satellite campus in Colchester, Vermont.

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences can offer you a graduate experience that combines solid, advanced coursework with a clinical or research opportunity that will prepare you for the next phase of your life.  If your goal is to seek employment, gain admission to a doctoral program or pursue a professional medical degree, we are committed to your success.  Our small classes and dedicated faculty ensure that will receive individualized attention.

Key Contacts

• Martha Hass, Dean of the School of Graduate Studies
• Ann Bruno, Graduate Programs Coordinator

Faculty Program Directors

Tuition & Other Financial Information

Tuition varies depending on the program and number of credits taken.  Students in the MSPS, MSMB and MSHR programs pay on a per credit hour basis and typically take 9-12 credits per semester until they reach the final semester when only a few credits are needed to fulfill the requirements.  MS students in the Cytotechnology and Clinical Laboratory Sciences programs pay a flat tuition rate for the first year when they are completing didactic coursework on campus.  In the second phase of their program, they will pay on a per credit basis while completing their clinical rotations and capstone projects.

Financial Aid is available to both US and international students.  New students may be awarded tuition scholarships, based on academic merit.  Continuing students are also eligible for Teaching Assistantships and Research Graduate Assistantships.

School History

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, one of the nation’s premier scientific teaching institutions, is preparing students to excel in this new era of health care—an age where pharmacy and biomedical professionals will be at the heart of medical teams that bring hope, knowledge and continuing health to the people they serve.

Founded in 1881, Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is New York State’s oldest pharmacy school and one of the only private, independent pharmacy schools in the United States. Nearly all of our graduates pass national and state licensure exams on the first try, and exciting, rewarding jobs typically await all graduates not continuing their education.

Other Information

With campuses in both Albany, NY and Colchester, VT, ACPHS is positioned to attract students throughout the country with distinct opportunities in each state. Both campuses enjoy the company of other institutions of higher education in close proximity. As the state capitol, Albany is the center of state government. Burlington is the largest city in the State of Vermont and lies just south of Colchester. Both areas boast desirable recreational opportunities, an assortment of cultural events, and diverse communities.