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AT ACPHS,
the way we approach human health
has the potential to change everything.
We are redefining what’s achievable through
science. Our graduates leave extremely prepared,
not just to keep up with the changing landscape,
but to lead the way. Here, students get the
support, resources and opportunities they need
to redefine their own potential, and to reimagine
their roles as college students, pharmacists,
researchers, lab technologists and health
care providers—helping to make the
entire field more human,
more personal.

WE INVEST IN THE
FUTURE
WORK SIDE BY SIDE WITH FACULTY
WHO ARE ACCOMPLISHED
RESEARCH SCIENTISTS.
FIND YOUR
POSSIBLE
THE STUDY OF
HUMAN HEALTH IS
NO EASY ENDEAVOR.
IT’S A CALLING.
Across all of our programs, the
work demands extraordinary
focus because of what the world
needs from us. When students at
Albany College of Pharmacy and
Health Sciences first step onto
campus, put on their first pair of
lab goggles and balance their first
chemical equation, they’ve started
on a path that will help define the
future of human health.
Here, it’s all possible—and more.
It’s our mission to prepare the
next generation of leaders to work
together to push humanity forward.
And the future lies within us. You could discover the next
breakthrough in health care, the cure for the next viral
disease, a new solution to the challenges of old age—these
possibilities and so much more are yours to explore here
and beyond graduation. Our academic programs take you
out of the classroom at every juncture and introduce you
to experiences that help you think on your feet.
HELP UNDERSERVED
POPULATIONS IN ONE OF OUR
TWO STUDENT-OPERATED
PHARMACIES.
SUPPORT THOSE IN NEED
THROUGH EVENTS LIKE RELAY
FOR LIFE AND COMMUNITY
HEALTH DAY.

HEALTH SCIENCES
THE FIELD IS
YOURS TO
REDEFINE
E
ach of our five bachelor’s
degrees will drive your
passion and fuel your interest in
human health. Your experience
with us can change the landscape
of the field for years to come.
In all of our academic programs, your individual career
goals are the priority of our faculty and staff. They prepare
you for life outside the classroom and lab with capstone
projects, internships and research initiatives.
From there, your path can lead to making an impact as a
microbiologist, a forensic scientist, or even as a public
health data analyst. Your future as a health scientist—or a
doctor—awaits!
Discover how you can earn your undergraduate degree
at ACPHS in a pre-professional track of study and gain
admission to competitive medical, physician assistant,
dental, law and business programs.
YOUR DISCOVERY CONTINUES AT ACPHS.EDU
https://www.acphs.edu/pre-professional/#/

DEGREE PROGRAMS
FOR UNDERGRADUATES
B.S. IN PUBLIC HEALTH
B.S. IN PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES
B.S. IN BIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGY
For students who are interested in
• The workings of the human body
• The origin and progression of human diseases
• Advanced education in the health sciences
Key coursework includes
• Clinical Anatomy
• Human Pathology
• Molecular Genetics and Genomics
• Clinical Microbiology
After graduation, you could
• Work in the biomedical industry in
development, sales or service
• Work as a research assistant
• Pursue a graduate or professional
program in medicine
B.S. IN CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES
For students who are interested in
• The causes of human disease
• Performing sophisticated,
diagnostic laboratory testing
• Interpreting test results and
informing diagnoses
Key coursework includes
• Clinical Hematology
• Clinical Immunology
• Clinical Microbiology
• Biochemistry
• Clinical Chemistry
After graduation, you could
• Perform laboratory testing
• Work in the food, veterinary
or pharmaceutical industries
• Pursue a graduate or professional
program in medicine
For students who are interested in
• Understanding how biological and cultural
factors shape an individual’s health
• Tracking how diseases become epidemics
and working to prevent them
Key coursework includes
• U.S. and Global Health Care Systems
• Health and Social Policy
• Epidemiology
• Bioethics
After graduation, you could
• Work in a government agency
• Work for a nonprofit
• Work in data analytics
• Pursue a graduate or professional
program in medicine
B.S. IN MICROBIOLOGY
For students who are interested in
• Detecting and studying the microorganisms
that cause disease
• Developing vaccines and treatments for
emerging diseases
• Maintaining quality standards for food,
water and drugs
Key coursework includes
• Microbial Genetics
• Virology
• Bacterial Pathogenesis
• Independent Research Project
• Topics in Infectious Disease
After graduation, you could
• Work in a research laboratory or institute
• Work as an epidemiologist for local
or federal agencies
• Pursue a graduate or professional
program in medicine
For students who are interested in
• Conducting research on new drugs
or medications
• Discovering the causes of diseases
• Working side by side with researchers
in a variety of medical fields
Key coursework includes
• Pharmaceutical Analytical Techniques
• Scientific Communication
• Independent Research Project
After graduation, you could
• Work as a scientist in biomedical
or pharmaceutical laboratories
• Work in sales or management for
a pharmaceutical company
• Pursue a graduate or professional
program in medicine
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY
For students who are interested in
• Becoming an expert on the use of medications
and natural products
• Interacting with patients
• Being a frontline member of the health care team
Key coursework includes
• Pharmacy Skills Lab
• Pathophysiology
• Pharmacokinetics
After graduation, you could
• Work as a community or hospital pharmacist
• Pursue a pharmacy residency or fellowship
• Conduct research in a variety of medical fields

A CLOSER
LOOK AT OUR
PROGRAMS
IN 2019, THERE WERE:
217 DOCTOR OF PHARMACY
DEGREES AWARDED
22 MASTER’S DEGREES
AWARDED
45 BACHELOR’S DEGREES
AWARDED
MICROBIOLOGY
Through the study of bacteria, fungi and viruses, microbiologists
discover how microorganisms can pose threats to human
health. At ACPHS, the lab will become your second classroom,
allowing you to gain a deeper understanding of the field through
real-life research experience. After completing the program,
graduates typically gain employment in research laboratories,
pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities and medical diagnostic
laboratories. Others have gone on to further their education,
obtaining graduate degrees or professional degrees in fields
such as medicine, dentistry and veterinary studies.
PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES
Unlike pharmacy’s focus on direct patient care, the study of
Pharmaceutical Sciences has a strong research foundation
to better prepare students for careers in drug analysis and
manufacturing and those interested in applying to medical
school. That means that as a pharmaceutical scientist, you
work to discover and develop new drug therapies long before
they are prescribed. ACPHS graduates have gone on to
complete master’s, professional and Ph.D. programs at places
like Northeastern University, University of Pennsylvania and
Vanderbilt University.
BIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGY
In the future, AI algorithms will replace invasive testing methods, and
wearables will detect illness before a patient shows any symptoms. As a
biomedical technologist, it’s your job to harness this technology to make
medical advancements. Our program is designed for students interested in
immediately entering the workforce. And through our Early Acceptance program
with Albany Medical College (AMC), you can secure your seat in AMC’s PA
program before starting your freshman year at ACPHS. The industry is growing,
and by completing your degree at ACPHS, you will be well positioned to take
advantage of this dynamic career path. Or choose from ACPHS’ dual degree
programs in Clinical Laboratory Sciences or Cytotechnology & Molecular
Cytology, and receive both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in just five years.
CLINICAL LAB SCIENCES
There are 7 billion diagnostic tests performed in the United States each year.
At ACPHS, we teach the precision necessary to successfully analyze these
tests. The curriculum has been designed to provide you with a strong
scientific foundation that will inform how you approach, interpret and reflect on
your work in the lab. Then, you will continue to sharpen your skills through
learned research techniques and clinical rotations at a nearby community
hospital or major medical center.In the past three years, every CLS graduate
has passed the Board of Certification examination—a requirement for anyone
entering this profession.
HEALTHCARE IS ONE OF
THE FASTEST-GROWING
CATEGORIES IN THE
TECH INDUSTRY

PUBLIC HEALTH
Today more than ever, we need experts in healthcare, addiction,
infectious disease and environmental hazards who can revolutionize
global health. Through a diverse curriculum with courses ranging
from biology to sociology, public health students learn the skills
needed to better understand a variety of roles in community health,
services, education and research. Our public health graduates are
working to create a better, healthier world through leadership roles
with organizations such as the New York State Department of
Health, American Cancer Society, Juvenile Diabetes Research
Foundation, Scribe America and more. Or, they continue on their
education in the fields of medicine and Master’s in Public Health.
PHARMACY
In order to understand patient needs, you must understand the patient
as a whole, which is why we work to bring students out from behind
the pharmacy counter. Our students are prepared with hands-on
experience and a resourceful, inventive and adaptable attitude. As a
pharmacist, the reach of your life’s work extends beyond the clinical
setting you choose—directly impacting the health of every life you
touch. When you receive your Pharm.D. at ACPHS, you’ll be creating
a healthier life for every person you serve. ACPHS offers both a
direct-entry 6-year Doctor of Pharmacy pathway or optional 5-year
Doctor of Pharmacy pathway concluding at our Vermont campus.
PUTTING OUR
PROMISE INTO
PRACTICE
S
tudents at ACPHS learn beyond the lab—sometimes
far beyond. We have established two not-for-profit
pharmacies in underserved communities to not only provide
an enhanced educational opportunity for our students,
but to improve pharmacy access to areas that need it the
most. These student-operated pharmacies are among only
a handful in the nation, and give students the chance to
develop the skills necessary to become vital members of the
changing health care world.
$5.1 MILLION
TOTAL AMOUNT OF FUNDING FOR
9 NEW NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF HEALTH GRANTS
70
STUDENTS LISTED
AS CO-AUTHORS IN
FACULTY RESEARCH
IN 2019
Our newest community-based initiative is The Collaboratory.
Through this “laboratory for collaboration,” ACPHS will partner
with local non-profits to address issues of importance in
the surrounding communities, such as improving the use of
preventative health services. The Collaboratory also includes
a classroom where students and faculty will provide health
education programs to area residents.
121
STUDENTS WHO HAVE
PARTICIPATED IN THE
SUMMER RESEARCH PROGRAM
97
FACULTY
PUBLICATIONS
IN 2018-2019
SCHOOL YEAR
DISCOVER HOW OTHER
ACPHS STUDENTS ARE
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
AT ACPHS.EDU

PRE-PROFESSIONAL
PROGRAMS
PRE-PROFESSIONAL APPLICATION SUPPORT
Research opportunities combined with a curriculum designed to meet medical school requirements provides
the platform to help you successfully enroll in medical school. To ensure you have the resources to realize
your dream (or goal), our Director of Pre-Professional Programs and Medical Professions Advisory Committee
(MPAC) offer you support throughout your time at ACPHS to confidently navigate the medical school admissions
process, which includes assistance with your letters of recommendation, personal statement, and resume.
PRE-LAW
Our Pre-Law track includes courses in the humanities,
sociology, psychology, and public health, although you can
choose to craft your own path depending on which area of law
you are interested in pursuing. Through our 3+3 partnership
with Albany Law School, you can earn a bachelor’s degree at
ACPHS and go on to complete your Juris Doctorate at Albany
Law School in just six years.
PRE-PA
EVERYTHING
YOU NEED TO
TAKE YOUR
EDUCATION TO
THE NEXT LEVEL.
PRE-MED
For those interested in Pre-Med, we offer degree programs in
Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Public Health.
PRE-DENTAL
At ACPHS, our college-wide focus on the health sciences provides
the ideal preparation for the future dental professional. For some of
our graduates, their research experience was a key factor in setting
them apart from other dental school applicants.
Students interested in becoming a Physician Assistant can choose
between four bachelor’s degrees—Biomedical Technology,
Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Public Health—
each designed to prepare you for your master’s program.
ADDITIONAL CAREER PATHS
The strength of our health sciences programs provides students
with the flexibility to pursue a range of additional pathways
including professional programs in professional programs in
occupational therapy, physical therapy, optometry and more.

MONTRÉAL
THE CAPITAL OF DISCOVERY
TORONTO
ACPHS VT
LIFE
OUTSIDE
THE
LAB
Upon your arrival, you’ll be greeted by like-minded
individuals who share your passion for advancing humanity.
As you move across our 25-acre Albany campus, you
will find lots of green space, a six-lane running track with
artificial turf field, on-campus residence halls and a lively
student center, plus a broad range of extra-curricular
activities including intercollegiate athletics and a variety
of student clubs and organizations.
ENHANCE
YOUR CAMPUS
EXPERIENCE
THROUGH
DOZENS OF
ACTIVITIES
BUFFALO
PITTSBURGH
PHILADELPHIA
ACPHS NY
ALBANY
NEW YORK CITY
ATLANTIC
CITY
ACPHS offers 45 clubs for you
to fall in love with in your time
as a student. From Craft Club to
Colleges against Cancer, or Hockey
Club to Ultimate Disc Club, there’s
something for everyone at ACPHS.
PORTLAND
BOSTON
HERE ARE JUST
SOME OF THE CLUBS &
ORGANIZATIONS
AT ACPHS:
Alzheimer’s Awareness Club (ALZ)
Campus Activities Programming Board (CAPB)
Colleges Against Cancer (CAC)
Craft Club
Dance Team
Equestrian Club
Game Club
Love Your Melon
Outdoors Club (ODC)
Tennis Club
Our Vermont Campus
may be smaller in size,
but it’s packed with
huge opportunities for
learning, with modern
labs, interactive
classrooms and plenty
of study space, all
located within a beautiful
mountain landscape.

Not everyone is cut out for
the demanding work of Pharmacy
or the Health Sciences, but you wouldn’t
be reading this if you weren’t excited by the
challenge and driven to make a positive impact
on the world. You have the talent and the drive
to pursue this work, and we have the programs
that will open the doors for you.
TO APPLY, SCHEDULE A VISIT OR
REQUEST MORE INFORMATION,
VISIT ACPHS.EDU.
Explore where it will all happen for you—
visit the labs, meet the faculty and
take a campus tour.

Office of Admissions
106 New Scotland Ave., Albany, NY 12208
Title IX Non-Discrimination:
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, place of birth, ancestry,
disability, military status, veteran status, or age in its programs and activities with respect to students, applicants, or employees.The College is required by Title IX and its regulations not to discriminate on the
basis of sex, including but not limited to all forms of sexual harassment and sexual violence. Further information, including contact persons at ACPHS is available at www.acphs.edu/TitleIX.