Student Life

“After attending my first open house as a prospective student, I instantly became drawn to the faculty, staff, and current students. I also found that the program offered students a wide range of academic, extracurricular, and professional opportunities to get involved in the profession. I knew that I would be able to grow within the profession after witnessing how active the faculty and current students were.”
-- FOURTH YEAR PHARMD STUDENT

Campuses

The University of Maryland School of Pharmacy has two campuses in downtown Baltimore and Shady Grove and offers a number of programs online.

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Baltimore Campus

Downtown Baltimore is an exciting place to live and work, offering all the amenities of a large city and the charm of a small town. There is lively nightlife and eclectic dining, shopping, a symphony orchestra, and theaters that host Broadway plays. The Baltimore campus is within walking distance to attractions such as Camden Yards, home of the Baltimore Orioles, M&T Bank Stadium, home of the Baltimore Ravens, and the Inner Harbor.

Programs Offered
  • Doctor of Pharmacy
  • PhD and MS in Pharmaceutical Health Services Research
  • PhD and MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences
  • Residencies and Fellowships
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Shady Grove Campus

The Universities at Shady Grove in Rockville, Md., forges a link between our scientific and clinical faculty and the rich resources of the I-270 biotechnology corridor and federal facilities. In addition to its proximity to major federal agencies, Rockville is a vibrant community with easy access to the Metro and the attractions of Washington, D.C., including historical monuments and museums.

Programs Offered
  • MS in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics
  • MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences
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Online

Online degree programs offered through the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy are designed to meet the unique educational needs of working professionals. These programs provide students with convenient access to innovative didactic experiences led by nationally renowned researchers and experts in the field, allowing them to network with other professionals around the world while working to advance their careers and sharpen their knowledge and skills.

Programs Offered
  • PhD, MS, and Graduate Certificates in Palliative Care
  • Graduate Certificate in Medical Cannabis Science, Therapeutics, and Policy
  • MS in Pharmacometrics
  • MS and Graduate Certificate in Regulatory Science

Tuition and Fees

Tuition and fees are set by the University and are based on residency status. Students will be assessed a fee for late payment of tuition and fees. Notwithstanding any other provision of this or any other University publication, the University reserves the right to make changes in tuition, fees and other charges at any time such changes are deemed necessary by the University and the University System of Maryland Board of Regents.

View Information on tuition and fees for School programs.

Withdrawals

View Information on withdrawals.

Information for Military and Veteran Applicants/Students

Students who have applied for and been certified for GI Bill or other Department of Veterans Affairs payment benefits will be allowed to start and continue in the program as payments are being processed.

More information about school requirements to utilize these benefits.

Student Organizations

The University of Maryland School of Pharmacy is home to more than 20 student organizations, including professional pharmacy organizations, professional fraternities, and an honor society. These organizations are committed to helping students engage in community outreach, professional development, and social interaction.

View all student organizations information. 

Campus Services

The University of Maryland, Baltimore campus provides a wide variety of services to our students, including academic support, counseling, and recreation.

  • Campus Life Services provides interprofessional support services, leadership development, and recreational opportunities.
  • Educational Support And Disability Services coordinates services to assist students with disabilities in obtaining reasonable accommodations through an interactive process involving the student and the school.
  • International Services helps international students, scholars, and their families with federal immigration regulations as well as personal, academic, and cultural matters.
  • The One Card is the official identification card for students, faculty, and staff, and is required for entrance into all buildings on campus. It can also be used for payment with a variety of on-campus vendors.
  • Police and Public Safety provides law enforcement services to the campus and surrounding communities, as well as vehicle and walking escort services.
  • The Promise Program develops initiatives to help successfully cultivate and retain new science, technology, engineering, and math students from diverse ethnicities.
  • The Seven Scholars Bookstore is the official bookstore for UMB, offering textbooks, supplies, and apparel for students, faculty, and staff.
  • SMC Campus Center houses fitness facilities, convenient dining options, numerous campus events, and the Seven Scholars University Store.
  • Student Accounting assists students with the management of their student loans, billing, and tuition and fee payments.
  • The Student Center For Global Education supports global interprofessional educational experiences for students and offers resources for global experiential learning.
  • Student Counseling helps promote the emotional well-being of students by offering professional counseling and psychiatric services.
  • Student Financial Assistance And Education provides assistance to students who need help obtaining funding to finance their education.
  • Student Health operates within UMaryland Immediate Care to provide students with the highest quality health care in a friendly and expedient manner
  • University Recreation & Fitness offers programs that encourage the physical, mindful, cultural, spiritual, emotional, and social development of the campus community.
  • Veterans' Success and Support provides dedicated programming and support services for students from the military community.
  • The Wellness Hub helps students balance their academic lives through interprofessional workshops, lectures, coaching, and family support resources.
  • The Writing Center offers one-on-one consultations, online writing resources, and other workshops and events designed to help students become self-sufficient writers.