The deadline to submit the online application, fee and all supplemental materials, including official transcripts, must be received and processed by the University no later than June 1, 2023 to be considered for acceptance in Fall 2023. Please make sure any items being mailed are postmarked far enough in advance to meet this deadline. Complete applications will be reviewed in the order in which they are received and applying early is encouraged.
Program Overview
The objective of the Graduate Studies in Medical Cannabis program is to provide students with the knowledge they need to support patients and the medical cannabis industry, add to existing research, and develop well-informed medical cannabis policy.
The pioneering MS in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics is the first graduate program in the United States dedicated to the study of medical cannabis. The two-year program based at the Universities at Shady Grove in Rockville, Md., blends online instruction with face-to-face experiences with our award-winning faculty. Students will have the opportunity to meet and interact with experts in the science, therapeutics, and policy of medical cannabis at live symposia, while online coursework will allow them flexibility when completing assignments.
The Graduate Certificate in Medical Cannabis Science, Therapeutics, and Policy is a two-semester, 12-credit program that provides a foundation in cannabis pharmacology and clinical science, historical context, and current policy landscape. The entirely online certificate provides a more limited course of study than the MS degree program.
How to Apply
To apply, submit the online application and all required documents to the Graduate School along with the required nonrefundable $75.00 application fee. This program does not offer application fee waivers.
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Dates and Deadlines
June 1, 2023: Application and supplemental items must be received and processed
