PharmD MSPN

PharmD

The University of South Florida Taneja College of Pharmacy’s mission is to revolutionize health by innovation of patient centered healthcare through education, research, and service. The empowerment of students, professionals, and patients as catalysts for change at all levels of health. In order to accomplish this mission, The USF Taneja College of Pharmacy PharmD program in partnership with Graduate Programs, now offers a concurrent degree that allows Pharmacy Doctoral students the ability to earn a Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology while completing the Pharmacy degree. Students within this program will gain advanced knowledge on pharmaceutical nanotechnology research and applications by working with the latest technology available to the field of pharmacy and medicine. Graduates of this degree will be more marketable as they will have the foundational knowledge of the gap between the interdisciplinary sciences through the understanding of the nanopharmaceutical field.

Concurrent PharmD/MSPN Program Brochure

Participation in a concurrent degree will necessitate successful admission into the secondary program. Minimum eligibility requirements for PharmD students to pursue a concurrent degree include:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of ‘B’ letter grade (i.e. GPA > 3.00/4.0)
Students will also provide a brief statement of intent describing reason for pursuing the concurrent degree, plan of action for success, and acknowledgement of personal responsibilities. Upon receipt and review of these materials, the Application will be signed by the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs. A copy of these materials will be maintained in student personal records.

Students will be required to contact the concurrent degree program and complete admissions and other requirements. Additional program-specific requirements may include, but are not limited to, the identification of an Academic Advisor, tuition and fees (beyond the PharmD), and grade point average requirements. Acceptance into the concurrent program will be communicated with the TCOP prior to program initiation and course registration.
- Complete the Application for Concurrent Graduate Degree
- Brief written statement of intent. Describe reason for pursing the PharmD/ MSPN)
- Submit Application and statement to USF Taneja College of Pharmacy Registrar
- Meet with Associate Dean of Student Affairs (ADSA) for approval
- Meet with Student Success Coach for approval and success plan
- Associate Dean of Academic Affairs provides final approval for PharmD prior to TCOP Graduate Programs admission process
Students are encouraged to meet with financial aid staff (TCOP and MSPN degree program) to ensure clarity with fiscal obligations.

Once all Pharmacy approvals have been received, the Taneja College of Pharmacy Registrar will submit approval to the Taneja College of Pharmacy Graduate Programs to start their admission process.

Contact Information

Masters of Science – Taneja College of Pharmacy

The Taneja College of Pharmacy offers a Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology, including several specialty areas. The example curriculum document reflects the general degree program. Students are welcome to pursue distinct interests, which will affect completion timeline.

Application Deadline: October 15th PY1 year for spring start (see web site for other semester start dates)

TCOP website

TCOP - Office of Graduate Programs contact:
Danielle H. Gamboni, Assistant Director, Graduate Programs
daniellehope@usf.edu
(813) 974-7734

TCOP - Office of Admissions contact:
Maria Guisandes, Admission Recruiter/Advisor, Graduate Programs
pharmacyadmissions@usf.edu
(813) 974-4562

FAQ

Instances when this may occur include: students who decides to take a course concurrently with PharmD courses during the PY2 and PY4; and when student takes concurrent degree courses to suffice a PharmD elective.

Students would be responsible for registering and paying for the course external to the PharmD curriculum. There are currently no other tuition and fee payment options, however the TCOP will continue to pursue (e.g. higher bundled tuition for PharmD that includes payment for a concurrent course).
Concurrent program – proceed with academic disciplinary process as per program (see Contact Information)

Currently there is no historical president as to how course failure will affect the other degree. However, good academic standing is required for progression regardless of degree program.
PharmD – proceed with ARPSAC process

Concurrent program – proceed with academic disciplinary process as per program (see Contact Information)
The decision to pursue concurrent coursework is determined by the student. The TCOP has an obligation to monitor concurrent degrees and concentrations. Since graduate certificates are handled differently by the University, it is difficult for the TCOP to monitor student participation.

For students who are unable to commit to a concurrent degree, pursuit of a graduate certificate may be a good investment. If the certificate focus is similar to that of an existing concentration, then this route would be recommended. The same process used for determining whether to pursue a concurrent degree or concentration, should be utilized for graduate certificates.

For some students, pursuing a certificate may be a better option, however there are financial implications and course transfer limitations. Students are encouraged to communicate directly with the specific certificate program director.

Process should a student decide not to complete the concurrent degree program.

Much depends on the reason for the withdrawal. The 2022-2023 Graduate Catalog provides guidance and processes for voluntary withdrawals and academic dismissals.
- Policy for Voluntary Withdrawal
- Policy for Academic Dismissal
Please find the Graduate Voluntary Withdrawal Form and the Graduate Dismissal Form on the Graduate Studies Form website.

It is anticipated that the student would schedule meetings with both academic advisors (in TCOP student success coach) and the Office of Student Affairs (whether Associate Dean or Director) to discuss interests and/or needs. Thereafter the appropriate paperwork would be completed, and separation would proceed.