Business Administration and Pharmacy (BPHR)
Graduate Degree Program
R.H. Smith School of Business
ABSTRACT
The dual degree is designed to enhance student leadership skills in preparation for management careers in a diverse range of health care positions, and develop entrepreneurial capabilities for careers in independent and corporate pharmacy and the pharmaceutical industry.
Candidates must apply for admission to the School of Pharmacy and also to the MBA program at College Park and must be admitted to both programs. Information about the Pharmacy program can be found at https://www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/
CONTACT
MBA/MS Admissions
2303 Van Munching Hall
7699 Mowatt Lane
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
Telephone: 301.405.2559
Email: ftmba@umd.edu
Website: http://www.rhsmith.umd.edu
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
- Essay
- Transcript(s)
- TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
PROGRAM-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
- Letter of Recommendation (1)
- Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
- CV/Resume
- Pharm.D. Application: Applicants should check with the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. Applicants must apply to both programs separately and be accepted by both programs.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
| Type of Applicant | Fall Deadline | Spring Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Applicants | ||
| US Citizens and Permanent Residents | August 1, 2025 | N/A |
| International Applicants | ||
| F (student) or J (exchange visitor) visas,E,G,H,I and L visas and immigrants | March 14, 2025 | N/A |
RESOURCES AND LINKS:
Other Deadlines: rhsmith.umd.edu/apply
Program Website: rhsmith.umd.edu/programs
Application Process: gradschool.umd.edu/admissions/application-process/step-step-guide-applying
The Office of Career Services (OCS) provides dedicated, professional support to help students launch their careers. The center links students directly to recruiters through a variety of services, including on- and off-campus recruitment and the online resume database, which matches a Smith MBA to the right industry position. The OCS also participates in regional and national career forums and job fairs, such as the National MBA Consortium, the National Black MBA Conference, the National Hispanic MBA Conference, the National Association of Women MBA’s Conference, and the Career Services Council.
The Smith School is located in the Baltimore/Washington, D.C./Northern Virginia corridor. This region offers one of the highest concentrations of culture, diversity, and career opportunities in the country.