Ohio State University

Ohio State University Quick Facts

Program Description

Established in 1885, The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy is a global leader in pharmaceutical education, research, and clinical practice. As part of one of the most comprehensive health sciences campus in the nation and located steps away from the Wexner Medical Center, the college is home to world-class faculty, dedicated researchers and outstanding students who are leading the way in pharmacy education, practice and research.

The PharmD curriculum, Inquire, Innovate, Involve (I3) takes an innovative approach to education by structuring classes in modules so students can experience the integration of science and practice. The I3 curriculum allows students to get hands-on pharmacy training during the first year in the program and develops the interpersonal skills that are critical to patient interactions. The curriculum also focuses on helping students develop a comprehensive problem-solving approach through increased incorporation of active learning strategies, integration of pharmaceutical and clinical sciences, and an earlier introduction of integrated practical experiences that could be simulated and then practiced.

For Information on the PharmD visit: http://go.osu.edu/pharmd

PharmD Program Highlights

• Public Institution
• Baccalaureate Degree Required
• $525 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: 150 Parks Hall, 500 West 12th Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43210

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Acceptance Rate for Ohio State University

27%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 27%

NAPLEX Pass Rates

First-time NAPLEX pass rates for Ohio State University 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

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Course Prerequisites Table

Prerequisite Coursework Policies

Online coursework: Accepted for all prerequisite courses. Applicants are required to complete courses from accredited institutions. Graduate & Professional Admissions at Ohio State offers free coursework evaluations to students and will assist with course selection. http://gpadmissions.osu.edu/pdf/PrereqEval.pdf

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. The College of Pharmacy will accept “Pass” grades for Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) prerequisite courses taken in SP20 semester only.

Completion timing: Applicants must complete and send final transcripts for all required course prerequisites by the end of the summer term prior to enrolling in the PharmD program. A grade of C- or higher is required for all prerequisite courses, and proof of such must be submitted prior to enrollment.

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

Three (3) evaluations (letters of reference) are required.

Recommended But Not Required: Pharmacist, Professor (Math), Professor (Science)

Accepted: Co-Worker, Employer, Faculty Advisor, Health Care Professional, Pre-Health Advisor, Professor (Any Subject Area), Professor (Liberal Arts), Supervisor, Teaching Assistant

Not Accepted: Family Member, Friend

Committee letters: Accepted (counts as more than one: No)

Three letters of reference are required. We strongly recommend having a letter of reference from a science faculty member and a pharmacist. All three letters must be present at time of application for your application to be considered complete.

Interview Information

Interview Format: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers

Online interview option: Yes

Selected candidates will be invited to participate in a Doctor of Pharmacy interview with members of the Admissions Committee. Applicants will interact with current students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Interviews are offered virtually and in-person, with limited dates available.

More about the interview process

Applying

Deadline

March 1, 2027
Priority application deadline: November 2, 2026
Applying by the priority deadline allows for earlier application review in the rolling admissions process, and priority scholarship consideration. Candidates will have the opportunity to select an autumn semester interview date, with in-person interview date options available.
First day of classes: August 23, 2027
Application fee: $60.00

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? Required
Follows the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? No
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

Contact Information

Website: http://go.osu.edu/pharmd

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