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USI campus to reopen, classes resume, January 28

Change is never easy, and we know this is a challenging time as you navigate recent announcements affecting programs and operations at Oakland City University. We want you to know that your educational journey doesn’t have to pause.

At the University of Southern Indiana, we are fully committed to helping you transition seamlessly so you can stay on track with your education journey. We’ve designed this dedicated page specifically for you to explore our programs, access resources, learn about credit transfers and continue your education with minimal interruption.

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Pharmacy Pathway Partnership
Manchester University

Reserved Seats

USI students have access to two seats at Manchester University College of Pharmacy that are reserved specifically for them!

Any USI student that meets Manchester's application requirements can apply for one of these reserved potions. This means you are no longer competing against thousands of applicants nationwide!

Manchester University College of Pharmacy

Dual Degree Program

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) and Master of Science in Pharmacogenomics (MS in PGx)

University of Southern Indiana students enjoy pathway opportunities to complete Manchester University's Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) and Master of Science in Pharmacogenomics (MS in PGx) in the same four-year period. Students can also choose to pursue only the Pharm.D. degree.

  • Must be University of Southern Indiana student
  • Complete 60 hours of required courses
  • Complete application process for Manchester Pharmacy Program

Career Outlook:
Career options for students who complete this program include management at pharmacies, clinical specialists, research and inpatient and outpatient care within health systems. Average annual salary= $128,000*

*Based on the Occupational Outlook Handbook

Pharmacogenetics

1-Year On-Campus Master of Science in Pharmacogenomics (MS in PGx)

Manchester University will reserve two (2) seats in each annual cohort of students entering its on-campus MS in PGx.

Program for qualified students of University of Southern Indiana.

  • Have completed or be in the process of completing a bachelor's degree in science or science-related field (chemistry, biology, genetics)
  • Have a 3.0 USI cumulative GPA and 2.7 USI science GPA
  • Complete application process for Manchester on-campus MS in PGx Program

Career Outlook
Students will study human genetics, bioinformatics, pharmacokinetics and more, paired with a laboratory sequence that will prepare them to perform DNA analysis with the latest technology. Students will graduate with knowledge and skills to place them into the pharmaceutical, genetic testing and professional service industries.