University of Maryland

University of Maryland Quick Facts

Program Description

The University of Maryland School of Pharmacy (UMSOP) is part of the University of Maryland, Baltimore comprised of an academic health center along with the Schools of Medicine, Law, Nursing, Physical Therapy, Dentistry and Social Work.  UMSOP is the fourth oldest school of pharmacy in the United States, and through its education, research, and service programs, the School of Pharmacy strives to improve the health and well-being of society by aiding in the discovery, development, and use of medicines.

In addition to cutting edge research in drug delivery mechanisms, cost impact studies, basic drug discovery and development, and disease management, the School engages in a wide variety of professional practice activities, partnering with over 200 community pharmacies, hospitals, nursing homes, and other agencies to provide services to citizens and practitioners around the State and across the nation.

PharmD Program Highlights

• Public Institution
• No Baccalaureate Degree Required
• $800 deposit to hold acceptance
• Conducts interviews of applicants
• Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
• Minimum Three (3) Letters of Reference are required
• Does not utilize the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
• Does not participate in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service

Location

Location: 20 N Pine St. Suite S722, Baltimore, Maryland 21201

Interactive map

Acceptance Rate for University of Maryland

32%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 32%

NAPLEX Pass Rates

First-time NAPLEX pass rates for University of Maryland graduates, by graduation year, compared with the national average.

Source: NABP, NAPLEX Passing Rates for 2023–2025 Graduates (March 2026). First-attempt pass rates. National average covers all graduates of ACPE-accredited programs.

Tuition

First professional year, 2022–23 academic year (most recent AACP tuition survey); later years may differ — confirm current rates with the school. Branch campus locations: Rockville, MD (Shady Grove).

Requirements

GPA and Test Scores

Course Prerequisites Table

Prerequisite Coursework Policies

Online coursework: science courses with labs: No; science courses without labs: Yes; non-science courses: Yes.

Pass/fail grades: science courses with labs: Yes, but only if no letter grade option available; science courses without labs: Yes, but only if no letter grade option available; non-science courses: Yes, but only if no letter grade option available.

Completion timing: Prior to matriculation (August 2027)

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

Two (2) evaluations (letters of reference) are required.

Required: Professor (Any Subject Area)

Recommended But Not Required: Employer, Faculty Advisor, Pre-Health Advisor, Professor (Science), Supervisor

Accepted: Co-Worker, Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, Professor (Liberal Arts), Professor (Math)

Not Accepted: Clergy, Family Member, Friend, Politician, Teaching Assistant

Committee letters: Conditionally accepted (counts as more than one: No)

The admissions committee prefers letters from employers and science professors, if available. At least one letter of recommendation must come from a professor (any subject). Letters of recommendation should be on letterhead and a business or university email indicated as the contact.

Interview Information

Interview Format: Individual applicants with one interviewer

Online interview option: Yes

Candidates will be invited to interview after a review of their application by the Admissions Committee. We conduct two interviews, one with a current PharmD student, and one with a School of Pharmacy faculty member. Visit www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/academics/pharmd/events to learn more abut virtual and campus events including open houses, information sessions, and tours of Pharmacy Hall.

More about the interview process

Applying

Deadline

April 1, 2027
Priority application deadline: January 4, 2027
Priority consideration for scholarships
First day of classes: August 16, 2027

General School Information

Program

Dual Degree Program? Yes
Part of an academic health center? Yes
Pharmacy observation hours required? Recommended, but not required
Supplemental application requirement? Yes
Baccalaureate degree preferred for admissions? Not Required
Follows the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? Yes
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No

Pharmacy School Tour Video

International Applicants

Foreign (non-U.S.) citizens considered: Yes
Applications accepted from: US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, US Temporary Residents, Canadian Citizens, Foreign (non-US) Citizens with a Visa, Foreign (non-US) Citizens, Other Non-Citizens (e.g. DACA Students)
Foreign transcript policy: Send a foreign transcript evaluation report (FTER) to PharmCAS
TOEFL required: No
TOEFL is not required.

Contact Information

Website: http://www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu

Social Profiles