University of the Sciences in Philadelphia

University of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) is a private university that grants undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees in science, health and pharmaceutical fields.

In 1821, a group of Philadelphia pharmacists founded the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy with the intention of training students in a scientific standard that would improve their profession. The college opened its doors to women in 1876. In 1997, it achieved university status and changed its name to University of the Sciences in Philadelphia the following year.USP: ,http://www.usp.edu/aboutUSP/USPhistory.shtml History]

The 35-acre campus is part of University City, a neighborhood in Philadelphia that the school shares with the University of Pennsylvania.

USP has five colleges:

1. Philadelphia College of Pharmacy
2. College of Health Sciences
3. Misher College of Arts and Sciences
4. College of Graduate Studies
5. Mayes College of Healthcare Business and Policy

• President: Dr. Philip P. Gerbino
  • 1995-present: President

• USP Undergraduate School
• USP Graduate School
• University of the Sciences in Philadelphia Notable Programs of Study
  • Biology
  • Humanities and Science
  • Medical Technology
  • Music
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Pharmaceutics
  • Pharmacy
  • Psychology

• Official Site: Visit University of the Sciences in Philadelphia

• Official Site: University of the Sciences in Philadelphia Residence Life
  • Residence Halls
  • Dining Services
  • Clubs and Organization
  • Student Events
  • Career Services
  • Campus Recreation
• Mahalo's Guide to Philadelphia
• Philadelphia.com: Philadelphia Music and Nightlife | Philadelphia Tours and Attractions
• HelloPhiladelphia: USP Area Attractions

• Official Athletic Site: USP "Devils" Athletics

• Athletic Leagues: Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference | Mid Atlantic Rifle Conference

• Rifle | Golf | Baseball

• Men's Basketball

• Women's Basketball

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