Major · CIP 26.10

Pharmacology and Toxicology

266 international students graduated in Pharmacology and Toxicology in the 2024–25 academic year. 129 four-year schools offer it.

STEM-designated · OPT up to 36 monthsSciences & Mathematics
266
International graduates, 2024–25
14 bachelor's · 167 master's · 82 doctoral
36 months
OPT after graduation
129
Four-year schools that offer it
2
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Occupations related to Pharmacology and Toxicology

Annual openings and 10-year change: BLS projections 2025-35. Median pay: BLS, May 2025. LCA filings: Apr 2025–Mar 2026.

OccupationAnnual openings10-yr changeMedian payLCA filings
Medical Scientists, except EpidemiologistsSOC 19-104210,500 openings a year · 5,410 LCA filings10,500+12.6%$103,4105,410
Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including HealthSOC 19-20417,300 openings a year · 478 LCA filings7,300+6.1%$82,220478

College teaching in this field: Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary · usually requires a doctorate

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Sources: IPEDS Completions 2024–25 (U.S. Department of Education) · DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List · BLS OEWS, May 2025 · BLS Employment Projections 2025-35 · U.S. Department of Labor LCA disclosure data, Apr 2025–Mar 2026. Methodology