Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Advancements in the drug discovery and pharmaceutical industry fields have significantly increased the need for pharmaceutical scientists with comprehensive knowledge and diverse skills. The Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences (MPS) program at California Northstate University (CNU) provides a rigorous background in a wide range of pharmaceutical and biomedical disciplines that are critical to the preparation of the next generation of pharmaceutical scientists. Situated in Northern California, CNU is surrounded by over 700 biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, with proximity to Silicon Valley ,one of the world’s leading technology innovation centers.


Two Track Options


MPS Graduate Outcome


Catherine F. Yang, PhD

Natali Chavez

MPS class of 2021

Natalie Chavez is our MPS Alumni from MPS Class of 2021. After completing the Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences program, she has been employed in Genentech Pharmaceutical company. Natalie continues to inspire and be an example of how her passion for scientific research can lead to remarkable career outcome.


Catherine F. Yang, PhD

Michelle Senderovich

MPS class of 2021

Michelle Senderovich is our MPS Alumni from MPS Class of 2021. After completing the Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences program, she has been employed in Bayer Pharmaceutical company. Michelle’s career achievement serves as a testament that the MPS degree can open many career paths in the pharmaceutical field.


Catherine F. Yang, PhD

Ashley Boeninghaus

MPS class of 2024

Ashley Boeninghaus is our MPS Alumni from MPS Class of 2024. After completing the Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences program, she has been employed in Genentech Pharmaceutical company. Ashley’s career achievement serves as a beacon of inspiration that the Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences program opens a wide option of career opportunities for its graduates.