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Submission Number: 7
Submission ID: 7
Submission UUID: ae8097e7-291c-49f0-b74c-4ec90cc70e45
Submission URI: /publishedsurvey
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Created: Tue, 03/03/2020 - 16:48
Completed: Thu, 07/30/2026 - 19:55
Changed: Tue, 08/04/2026 - 11:55
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Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English
Is draft: No
Current page: Complete
Webform: PharmGrad Program Directory
Submitted to: Published Survey
| Active | Yes |
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| Institution Name | University of Southern California |
| Program Name | Management of Drug Development |
| Degree Type | M.S. |
| Short Name | U of Southern California-7 |
| Banner Image: | Mann_scenery_07.jpg |
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| Address 1 | University of Southern California | Department of Regulatory and Quality Sciences |
| Address 2 | 1540 Alcazar Street |
| Address 3 | CHP 140 |
| City | Los Angeles |
| State | California |
| Zip/Postal Code | 90089 |
| Country | United States |
| Program Location: | California |
| Admissions Office Contact(s): |
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| Institutional Website: | |
| Contact Information Video: | |
| I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
| What is your application deadline for the upcoming academic year? | October 01, 2026 |
| Does this program use rolling admissions? | Yes |
| Is your program participating in PharmGrad? | No |
| Link to Application | https://usc.liaisoncas.com/applicant-ux/#/login |
| Application Fee: | $120 |
| Application Deadline Description: | Start Semester: 1. Spring (Jan) - First Deadline = 1-Sep Final International Deadline = 1-Oct Final Domestic Deadline = 1-Nov 2. Summer (May) First Deadline = 1-Feb Final International Deadline = 1-Feb Final Domestic Deadline = 1-Feb 3. Fall (August) First Deadline = 1-Feb Final International Deadline = 1-Apr Final Domestic Deadline = 1-Jun |
| I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
| Program Description | The Master of Science (MS) in Management of Drug Development (MDD) focuses on the translational phase of medical product development, bridging the gap between early-stage drug discovery and clinical application. The program is designed for students with a background in preclinical biological and pharmaceutical science. The degree is awarded upon completion of at least 32 units of formal course work. Course requirements include courses in translational science, and at least one course each in regulatory science, quality assurance, risk assessment, clinical research, statistics, CMC, and product lifecycle. Students should develop a specific plan of study with graduate advisers before beginning the program. |
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| I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
| Is your institution public or private? | Private |
| Are you currently accepting applications for this program? | Yes |
| Program Start Term: | Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Satellite/Branch campuses: | |
| I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
| Credits Required for Degree: | 32 |
| Required Rotations: | Not Required |
| Seminars: | Not Required |
| College-based Qualifying/Comprehensive Exam: | Not Required |
| Other Qualifying Exams or Certifications: | Not Required |
| Thesis/Dissertation: | Not Required |
| Additional Information about Degree Requirements: | In order to graduate with a Master of Science degree in Management of Drug Development you must have completed: At least 32 units of required and elective courses Obtained a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better Maintain continuous enrollment during all fall and spring semesters Complete the degree within five years Students who have earned a graduate certificate (12 units) from our program can apply the units towards the masters. |
| I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
| Delivery Method | Onsite or Distance ("Distance" is defined as more than fifty miles from Los Angeles, CA) |
| Curricular Focus or Concentration: |
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| Area(s) of Study: | Drug Development, Regulatory Science |
| Enter any additional degree information regarding your curricular focus or concentration and/or area(s) of study: | |
| I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
| Have you previously enrolled students in this program? | Yes |
| Last academic year-number of matriculated students for your program: | 13 |
| United States | 9 |
| International | 4 |
| Last academic year-average overall GPA of the matriculated students: | 3.5 |
| Have you graduated your first class for this program? | Yes |
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| Enter any additional information regarding job placements: | |
| Last 5 academic years-estimated average years of study to graduation: | |
| I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
| Is the GRE required? | No |
| Verbal Reasoning: | |
| Quantitative Reasoning: | |
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| Enter any additional information regarding the GRE: | In the event your GPA is low, we may request you take the GRE. |
| Are any of the following tests required for international applicants? | TOEFL or IELTS |
| Other tests or credentials: | TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge English C1 Advanced Exam, or PTE Academic are accepted |
| I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
| Are letters of recommendations required by your program? | Yes |
| If yes, how many letters of recommendation are required? | 2 |
| Enter any additional information regarding recommendations: | |
| I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
| Minimum overall GPA considered: | 3 |
| Recommended overall GPA considered: | |
| Enter any additional information regarding application or admission requirements: | Applicants must also provide current resume/CV and one-page Personal Statement addressing their interest in the program. USC does not accept credential evaluation reports from outside agencies (e.g., WES, ECE, etc.) Admitted students must verify that they have been awarded a bachelor’s-level degree from an accredited institution in the United States or an equivalent degree from an institution outside the United States. Those who received a degree from an institution outside the United States will need to obtain a “Certification of Studies for USC” from the International Education Research Foundation (IERF). |
| I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
| Percentage of students receiving financial support: | 0 |
| Type of financial support available: | Department or University Scholarship |
| What is the minimum financial support for eligible students apart from tuition remission? | N/A |
| Enter any additional information regarding financial support: | Applicants are encouraged to review the USC's Graduate & Professional Financial Aid webpage for additional information. The URL is https://financialaid.usc.edu/graduate-professional-financial-aid/applying-for-financial-aid/ |
| I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
| Is your institution participating in the PharmGrad-facilitated Criminal Background Check (CBC) Service? | We are not a participating PharmGrad program |
| Is your institution participating in the PharmGrad-facilitated Drug Screening Service? | We are not a participating PharmGrad program |
| I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
| Admin Status | Published |
| Old ID | 1858 |
| AACP Institution Number | |
| SIDS | 7 |