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  • Nicole Hilgraf

    Chemist Transitions to Career in Regulatory Affairs with Help of SDSU Master’s Degree By Suzana Norberg March 16, 2018 Educated in Europe — Germany, the UK, and Switzerland — Nicole Hilgraf came to the United States in 2001 with a Ph.D. in … Continue Reading…

    Nicole Hilgraf
  • Saundra McKinley

    Graduate Enhances 'Dream Job' with Master of Science in Regulatory Affairs from SDSU By Suzana Norberg December 7, 2017 As a project manager for a medical device manufacturer, Saundra McKinley manages multiple projects to comply with requirements … Continue Reading…

    Saundra McKinley
  • Kenneth Kern

    Graduate of SDSU’s Master of Science in Regulatory Affairs Now Finds ‘Common ground with colleagues in all aspects of drug development’ By Suzana Norberg December 7, 2017 From biochemistry major at Berkeley, to Harvard Medical School graduate, to … Continue Reading…

    Kenneth Kern

MS in Regulatory Affairs

The Master of Science in Regulatory Affairs degree program will provide a comprehensive background in regulatory science with the additional training and experience required … More about MS Program about MSRA Program Description

Advanced Certificate in RA

The Advanced Certificate in Regulatory Affairs is a four-course subset of the Masters Degree Program that provides foundational knowledge in the regulatory field. All four … More about RA Certificate about Advanced Certificate in Regulatory Affairs

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About the Regulatory Science Program at SDSU

Established in 1999, the Center for Regulatory Science at San Diego State University has provided online education to promote professional excellence and career opportunities for professionals in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries, and those considering making a career change into these fields.

Regulatory science professionals are in demand, with annual average salaries of $117,000.

Students in our WASC-accredited fully online Masters Degree and Certificate Programs build a foundation of knowledge focused on current laws, regulations, and good manufacturing processes mandated by U.S. and international regulatory agencies.

All Regulatory Science courses are available online as nine-week sessions and designed to provide students a high degree of flexibility in balancing their studies with professional responsibilities and other commitments. For personal advising, contact the Regulatory Science program at 619-594-6030.

RSS FDA Press Releases

  • FDA Launches Agency-Wide AI Tool to Optimize Performance for the American People June 2, 2025
  • FDA Takes Action to Address Data Integrity Concerns with Two Chinese Third-Party Testing Firms May 22, 2025
  • FDA and CBP Seize Nearly $34 Million Worth of Illegal E-Cigarettes During Joint Operation May 22, 2025
  • FDA takes steps to enhance state importation programs to help lower prescription drug prices May 21, 2025

News

Note that the Fall ’25 deadline to apply for the Regulatory Affairs certificate and MS degree programs is June 15. More info…

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See recent news story about salary increases in the regulatory affairs profession, where total compensation ranges from $101,294 for specialists to $355,575 for vice presidents.

Testimonials

Janis, Toronto, Canada

“I had a great learning experience from the Master of Science in Regulatory Affairs programme at San Diego State University. All courses were taught … [Read More...] about Janis, Toronto, Canada

Kim, California

“The SDSU Master of Science Regulatory Affairs program helped me broaden and round out my regulatory knowledge. It helped me understand the global … [Read More...] about Kim, California

Crystal, California

“When I was accepted by the SDSU Regulatory Affairs program, I was pretty green as a regulatory professional. My purpose was to not only fine-tune my … [Read More...] about Crystal, California

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