University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis

University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis Quick Facts

Program Description

Located in the heart of a biomedical community, we provide a challenging learning environment where students explore career options, develop practical expertise, and become leaders. Graduates are equipped to think critically, solve complex problems, and communicate effectively to provide high-level care as an expert member of an interprofessional health care team. With a student to faculty ratio of 10:1, students are able to work closely with our faculty. Our students become pharmacists who are “team and practice ready.” The curriculum focuses on preparing students to provide interprofessional, evidence-based, patient-centered care in any practice setting, taking responsibility for achieving positive drug therapy outcomes for patients. The curriculum is delivered in our state-of-the-art building that includes technologically advanced classrooms, dedicated research space & library. Technology supports learning as students study pharmacology, medicinal chemistry, pathophysiology, and pharmacotherapeutics in an integrated method around organ systems of the body and disease states.
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PharmD Program Highlights

• Private Institution
• Baccalaureate Degree Required
• $200 deposit to hold acceptance
• Conducts interviews of applicants
• Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
• Minimum Two (2) Letters of Reference are required
• Utilizes the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
• Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service

Location

Location: 1 Pharmacy Place, St. Louis, Missouri 63110

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Acceptance Rate for University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis

82%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 82%

NAPLEX Pass Rates

First-time NAPLEX pass rates for University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis 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.

Requirements

GPA and Test Scores

Course Prerequisites Table

Prerequisite Coursework Policies

Online coursework: Accepted for all prerequisite courses.

Pass/fail grades: Accepted for all prerequisite courses.

Completion timing: By the end of the Summer 2027 semester term

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

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

Recommended But Not Required: Faculty Advisor, Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, Pre-Health Advisor, Professor (Math), Professor (Science), Supervisor

Accepted: Employer, Professor (Any Subject Area), Professor (Liberal Arts), Teaching Assistant

Not Accepted: Co-Worker, Family Member, Friend

Committee letters: Recommended but not required (counts as more than one: No)

Interview Information

Interview Format: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers

Online interview option: Yes, but only on a case-by-case basis

The interview process consists of one 30-minute interview with two faculty members and a writing component (essays and assessment). Interviewees are scored on multiple factors that will be reviewed by the admissions committee. In addition, applicant’s may meet with alumni, current students, and other staff members. Interview days also include tours of the facilities. *Applicants will be invited to campus for the interview but virtual interviews are available.

More about the interview process

Applying

Deadline

June 1, 2027
Priority application deadline: December 1, 2026
First day of classes: August 16, 2027

General School Information

Program

Dual Degree Program? Yes
Part of an academic health center? No
Pharmacy observation hours required? Recommended, but not required
Supplemental application requirement? No
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

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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 AND Send an original foreign transcript directly to the school
TOEFL required: Yes
TOEFL Scores: A minimum Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 550 on the paper-based test or 80 on the internet-based test. When you register for the TOEFL, use the St. Louis College of Pharmacy code: 6626.

Contact Information

Website: http://www.stlcop.edu/

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