The Chemistry PhD program at University of the Pacific is part of the interdisciplinary Pharmaceutical and Chemical Sciences Program (PCSP). This collaborative graduate program offers hands-on research, faculty mentorship and focused training in areas that meet the growing needs of the chemical and pharmaceutical sciences industries.

Focus Areas

Chemistry graduate students at Pacific can pursue advanced study in two key PCSP focus areas:

  • Bioanalytical chemistry, physical chemistry and biochemistry

  • Chemical synthesis, drug discovery and design

Students benefit from cross-disciplinary learning and the opportunity to work closely with expert faculty on innovative research.

Graduate Teaching Assistantships

Financial support is available through Graduate Teaching Assistantships for admitted chemistry students. These positions offer both tuition support and valuable teaching experience.

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Steps to apply

We’ve simplified the process of completing your application to the Pharmaceutical and Chemical Science program to just three steps.

Chemistry graduate students

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