Long Island University - Brooklyn
Long Island University - Brooklyn

1 University Plaza, Brooklyn, New York, USA

Master of Science - Pharmaceutics - Cosmetic Science

Master's Degree

Program Summary

Program Description

The only program of its kind in New York City, LIU Pharmacy’s M.S. in Pharmaceutics with Specialization in Cosmetic Science prepares students for careers in the consumer products industry, researching, developing, and testing new cosmetics, perfumes, toiletries, household products, and more.

Graduates of the program are highly sought after by the global cosmetics industry to support research, development and manufacturing operations in the areas of chemistry, cosmetic/dermatological formulations technology, product evaluations and safety. 

The mission of the Master of Science in Pharmaceutics with specialization in Cosmetic Science is to uniquely prepare students for entry into the cosmetics industry and other related fields. Graduates of the program will be highly sought after by the global cosmetics industry to support research, development, and manufacturing operations in the areas of chemistry, cosmetic/dermatological formulations technology, product evaluations, and safety. Alumni should become positioned to assume leadership positions within the cosmetics industry.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Minimum GPA

77%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

10

Writing

10

Listening

10

Speaking

10

Program Intakes

Open date

May 1, 2025

Submission deadline

November 1, 2025

Open date

March 15, 2026

Submission deadline

July 1, 2026

Cost and Duration

Master's Degree

Program Level

2 year master's degree

Program Length

$18378 USD

Cost of Living

$0 USD

Application fee

$29807 USD / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

Health Insurance Fee: $2454 per year
Books and Supplies Fee: $2040 per year