Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
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Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences: Courses, Admission, Cost

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  • Estd. 1881
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Highlights 2025

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Year of establishment
1881
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Scholarships granted
633
Scholarship amount granted
USD 11 million
English proficiency test
Required
Accepted exams
SAT/ACT accepted
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Total faculty
91
Faculty/Student ratio
8
Total criminal offences
13
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UG Race

Others

60%

Asian

20%

Hispanic

10%

Black

8%

UG Student residence

In state

65%

Out of state

31%

Foreign

3%

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UG Number of Applicant

2041
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Overall Graduation Rate

0.61
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Q:   Is getting part-time jobs easy while studying at Icahn School of Medicine?

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Getting part-time jobs easy while studying at Icahn School of Medicine. Indian students prefer for doing part-time jobs at Icahn School of Medicine in several fields like dentistry, Part time medical assistant, medical records representative, etc.  Part time jobs that help in getting jobs in these sectors are most popular among Indian students. International students on a Student Pass in USA are eligible to work part-time for about 20 hours a week during session and for unlimited hours during holidays. There are also several committees.

Q:   What is Icahn School of Medicine famous for?

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Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai ranks as one of the top universities in the USA mostly known for outstanding academics. Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai also ranks among the top schools in the USA for innovation. Furthermore,  Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is focused mainly on students’ future, which means, it prepares students for success with internships, research opportunities, and entrepreneurial endeavors. Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai was ranked among the best universities in the USA for preparing graduates for jobs.

Q:   Will my life on campus be better at Icahn School of Medicine than staying off-campus?

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Life on campus at Icahn School of Medicine is better than staying at off campus because :

  1. Students will have a greater sense of community.
  2. The cost involved in the accomodation is less.
  3. The chances of getting higher GPA is more likely.

The only disadvantage would be the lack of freedom and less space available to the students.

 

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Q:   What are the top scholarships for Icahn School of Medicine and how to avail them?

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The top scholarships at Ichan School of Medicine and the method to avail it are:-

  1. Enhanced Scholarship Initiative.
  2. USC Associates Scholarships.
  3. Horace W Goldsmith Scholarship.

To avail these the student needs to show the financial need. They need to submit an application form, the transcripts, their academic scores, etc. 

 

Q:   What scores do I need to have to get a scholarship at Icahn School of Medicine?

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The scores which I need to get a scholarship at Icahn School of Medicine are :

  1. A minimum GPA of 3.0 in the academic record.
  2. Score in TOEFL, IELTS whose number depends on the course.
  3. A minimum score of 3.0 in GRE.
  4. The social and college events work of the candidate.

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Admission process

  • Application fees :No Fees
  • Type of deadline :Regular
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SOPNot required
LORNeeded for all courses
EssaysNeeded for all courses
CVNeeded for all courses
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Q:   What are the documents required in the visa process for Indian students at Icahn School of Medicine?

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The documents required in the visa process for Indian students at Icahn School of Medicine are :-

  1. Acceptance letter.
  2. I-20 form given by the university.
  3. Health insurance. 
  4. Financial Documents to prove the finance available.
  5. Documents given by the US Embassy.

Q:   What are the deadlines to submit applications for Icahn School of Medicine?

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The deadlines to submit applications for the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai are as follows:

1. For PhD Program the deadline is December 1

2. For Masters Program the deadline for primary application is October 15

3. For Masters Program the deadline for secondary application is November 1

Thus deadline depends upon the type of course. If the students fail to submit the application before the given dates, then the application form will not be considered. 

Q:   Can an average Indian student join Icahn School of Medicine?

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Yes, an average Indian student can join Icahn School of Medicine all he needs to do is pass the english proficiency tests like TOEFL, IELTS passing the eligibility criteria of each tests. The application fees is not needed. The institute welcomes the students from all the countries. The documents needed are SOP, LOR and CV. The money required to study at the MDS course is INR 40 Lacs and the money required to study at MS course is INR 26 Lacs to INR 34 lakh.

Q:   Is it hard to get into Icahn School of Medicine?

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It is not hard to get into Icahn School of medicine. Any average student can get into Icahn School of Medicine all he needs to do is pass the english proficiency tests like TOEFL, IELTS passing the eligibility criteria of each tests. The application fees is not needed. The institute welcomes the students from all the countries. The documents needed are SOP, LOR and CV. The money required to study at the MDS course is INR 40 Lakh and the money required to study at MS course is INR 26 Lakh to INR 34 lakh.

Q:   What is the acceptance rate of Icahn School of Medicine?

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Acceptance rate of Icahn School of Medicine is in between 1.5 percentage to 3.4 percentage. This is suggestive of the fact that the college has very low acceptance rates. For the class of year 2025 out of 8000 applications only 800 students were interviewed and it finally only 120 students had to be selected. The in state acceptance rate is 2.5 percentage whereas the out of state acceptance rate is only 0.4 percentage. It is slightly easy for the in state students to get accepted.

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Courses and Fees 2025

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(3 courses)
INR 21 L - 27 L
Duration18 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 83 - 84, IELTS: 7 & Above, GRE
B.E. / B.Tech(1 course)
INR 34 L
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 84 & Above
B.Sc.(1 course)
INR 34 L
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 84 & Above
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Q:   Does Icahn School of Medicine admit international students?

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Yes, Icahn school of Medicine admits International students. Students from various countries come here including Indonesia, Cambodia, India, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam. The campus of the university comprises of a number of departments, institutes, and centers related to medicinal research theories. Some of the major departments are neuroscience, dermatology, environmental medicine, and public health, pharmacological sciences, and microbiology. These departments are well-maintained and provide ample knowledge. These courses are the cause of attraction for the International students.

Q:   How much money is required in Indian rupees to study at Icahn School of Medicine?

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The money in Indian rupees to study at Icahn School of Medicine is different for different courses. The cost of the MS course is INR 26 to INR 34.29 lakh, the cost of MDS course is INR 40.05 lakh,   the cost of MPh course is INR 19.32 lakh. These costs are slightly high when compared to costs of the other colleges. However, these costs can also be met by availing different types of scholarships. And it is worth paying the money as the college has high rank among the US universities.

Q:   What is the application fee of Icahn School of Medicine?

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Application fees of Icahn School of Medicine is around INR 7000. The cost of the MS course is INR 26 lakh to INR 34.29 lakh, the cost of MDS course is INR 40.05 lakh,   the cost of MPh course is INR 19.32 lakh. These costs are slightly high when compared to costs of the other colleges. However, these costs can also be met by availing different types of scholarships. And it is worth paying the money as the college has high rank among the US universities.

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Q:   What are the job opportunities after doing MS from Icahn School of Medicine?

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The job opportunities after doing MS from Icahn School of Medicine are many. The university has many alumnis including Stuart A. Aaronson (Renowned cancer biologist), Jacob M. Appel (Novelist), Thomas C. Chalmers (Developed the meta-analysis), Kenneth L. Davis (CEO of Sinai Medical Centre), Sandra Fong (Olympic sport shooter), Stanley E. Gitlow (Former President of ASAM), Eric M. Genden (Performed first successful jaw transplant), and Steven J. Burakoff (Cancer specialist). So these can be the areas of the job opportunities.

Q:   What are the popular sectors that Indian students prefer for doing part-time jobs at Icahn School of Medicine?

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Indian students prefer for doing part-time jobs at Icahn School of Medicine in several fields like dentistry, Part time medical assistant, medical records representative, etc. The university has many alumnis that include Stuart A. Aaronson (Renowned cancer biologist), Jacob M. Appel (Novelist), Thomas C. Chalmers (Developed the meta-analysis), Kenneth L. Davis (CEO of Sinai Medical Centre), Sandra Fong (Olympic sport shooter), Stanley E. Gitlow (Former President of ASAM), Eric M. Genden (Performed first successful jaw transplant), and Steven J. Burakoff (Cancer specialist). Part time jobs that help in getting jobs in these sectors are most popular among Indian students. International students on a Student Pass in USA are eligible to work part-time for about 20 hours a week during session and for unlimited hours during holidays. There are also several committees.







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The acceptance rate at Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is 59.1%. In other words, of 100 students who apply, 59 are admitted. This means the school is somewhat selective. You should prepare your academic scores well, but you have an excellent chance if you impress them.

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Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS) is renowned for its specialised focus on pharmaceutical sciences and health-related education. As one of the nation's leading institutions in this field, ACPHS offers a range of programs that prepare students for successful careers in pharmacy,

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Yes, an average Indian student can join Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS), provided they meet the admission requirements set by the institution. ACPHS evaluates applicants based on their academic performance, standardized test scores (such as the SAT or ACT), letters of recommen

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Indian students at Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences prefer part-time jobs in sectors like *healthcare*, *pharmaceuticals*, and *research*. These jobs help students gain relevant experience and build their professional network. International students can work part-time for up to 20 hour

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Yes, it is possible to gain admission to the Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (B.Tech) programme at Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences without prior work experience. The college primarily evaluates applicants based on their academic achievements, standardized test scores (i

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