Doctoral Pathways

SUNY Suffolk proudly partners with select colleges and universities to offer our students exclusive pathways to doctoral degrees in Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, and Pharmacy.

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Medical Doctorate

MD Track

2 Years (Associate) 2 Years (Bachelor's) 4 Years (Doctorate)

After successfully earning a qualified associate degree at Suffolk, students may transfer to one of the following institutions for an additional two years to complete a bachelor's degree:

Brooklyn College • College of Staten Island • Hunter College • Mercy University • Molloy University • St. Francis College • St. John's University • SUNY Old Westbury

Once the bachelor’s degree has been completed, students will transfer to St. George’s University in Grenada to enter the four-year Doctor of Medicine program.

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Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine

DVM Track

2 Years (Associate) 2 Years (Bachelor's) 4 Years (Doctorate)

After successfully earning a qualified associate degree at Suffolk, students may then transfer to one of the following institutions for an additional two years to obtain a bachelor's degree.

Brooklyn College • College of Staten Island • Hunter College • Mercy University • Molloy University • St. Francis College • St. John's University • SUNY Old Westbury

Once the bachelor's degree has been completed, students will transfer to St. George's University in Grenada to enter the four-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.

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Doctor of Pharmacy

PharmD Track

2 Years (Associate) 4 Years (Doctorate)

After earning an associate degree in Biology at Suffolk, qualified students may transfer to Binghamton University for an additional four years to complete a Doctor of Pharmacy degree.

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A Pathway Forward

Take advantage of these strategic partnerships that will help boost your career trajectory towards a Doctorate degree.

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