Oregon State University Quick Facts
| Duration: 4 Years | Courses: 58 | Faculty: 45 |
| Applications (Fall 2024): 288 | Acceptance Rate: 22% | Est. Class Size: 68 |
Program Description
The OSU College of Pharmacy has been an integral part of Oregon State University for more than 100 years. World-renowned faculty promote full and healthy lives for all Oregonians.
The three foundational goals of the College of Pharmacy are to provide excellent professional education for our students and continuing education for practicing pharmacists; to foster outstanding and innovative research; and to contribute to public health by developing and promoting ways to provide medications safely and affordably.
At the core of this is the student body. Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) students study for two years at Oregon State’s main campus in Corvallis, and move to Portland’s Oregon Health & Science University for their next and final two years. At OHSU, Pharm.D. students help foster collaboration within the health sciences profession. Students learn a multidisciplinary approach to studying pharmacy theory and practice. The goal of the College of Pharmacy is to produce pharmacists who are independent scientists dedicated to providing a better quality of life.
Please see our website for more detailed information. http://pharmacy.oregonstate.edu http://pharmacy.oregonstate.edu
PharmD Program Highlights
- Public Institution
- Baccalaureate Degree Preferred
- $200 deposit to hold acceptance
- Conducts interviews of applicants
- Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
- Minimum Two (2) 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: Pharmacy Building, 1601 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis, Oregon 97331
Interactive mapAcceptance Rate for Oregon State University
22%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 22%
NAPLEX Pass Rates
First-time NAPLEX pass rates for Oregon State University graduates, by graduation year, compared with the national average.
| Graduation Year | First-Time Pass Rate | National Average |
| 2025 | 79.3% | 86.8% |
| 2024 | 96.5% | 75.9% |
| 2023 | 80.8% | 76.4% |
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
| Tuition (In-State): | $26,892 | per year |
| Tuition (Out-State): | $43,920 | per year |
| Mandatory Fees: | $2,238 | per year |
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: Portland, OR.
Requirements
GPA and Test Scores
| Minimum GPA: No minimum | Minimum Prerequisite GPA: No minimum | Standardized Tests: Not required (PCAT discontinued) |
| Program Prerequisites | |
| Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: | 55 |
| Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: | 43 |
| Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: | 82 |
Course Prerequisites Table
| Course Title | Semester Hours |
| General Chemistry I w/Lab | 4/5 |
| General Chemistry II w/Lab | 4/5 |
| General Biology I | 4/4 |
| General Biology II | 4/4 |
| Organic Chemistry I w/Lab | 4/4 |
| Organic Chemistry II w/Lab | 4/4 |
| Human Physiology – if physiology is part of a sequence, the whole sequence must be completed. | 4/4 |
| Biochemistry with Molecular Biology | 4/6 |
| Microbiology | 3/3 |
| Calculus | 3/4 |
| Statistics | 3/3 |
| Total | 41 |
Prerequisite Coursework Policies
Online coursework: science courses with labs: Varies; 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: Varies.
Completion timing: Applicants must complete all required course prerequisites by the end of the summer term prior to enrolling in the Pharm.D. degree program in the fall term.
Letter of Recommendation Requirements
Two (2) evaluations (letters of reference) are required.
Recommended But Not Required: Faculty Advisor, Professor (Any Subject Area), Professor (Math), Professor (Science), Supervisor
Accepted: Employer, Pre-Health Advisor, Professor (Liberal Arts), Teaching Assistant
Not Accepted: Family Member, Friend
Committee letters: Accepted (counts as more than one: No)
Letters from family friends are not accepted regardless of their involvement in the medical/health care field.
Interview Information
Interview Format: Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI)
Online interview option: Yes
Oregon State University has implemented a modified Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) process. Candidates will have four 7 minute interviews. Candidates will also have the opportunity to talk with current Pharm.D. students and meet our faculty.
More about the interview process
Applying
Deadline
June 1, 2027
Priority application deadline: December 1, 2026
First day of classes: September 29, 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? 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
TOEFL required: No
Contact Information
Website: http://pharmacy.oregonstate.edu/
Social Profiles
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Oregon State University?
About 22% of applicants are admitted to Oregon State University’s PharmD program, in line with many competitive PharmD programs.
What is the tuition at Oregon State University?
First-year tuition is about $26,892 for in-state students and $43,920 for out-of-state students (2022–23 AACP survey), before fees.
What GPA do you need to get into Oregon State University?
There is no published GPA cutoff at Oregon State University — coursework, experience, and interviews are weighed together.
What is Oregon State University’s PharmCAS deadline?
Applications for the 2026–27 cycle are due by June 1, 2027 through PharmCAS. A priority deadline of December 1, 2026 offers earlier review.
Do you need a bachelor’s degree to get into Oregon State University?
A bachelor’s degree is not required; finishing the prerequisites is what counts at Oregon State University. The PharmD itself takes four years.
What is Oregon State University’s NAPLEX pass rate?
79.3% of Oregon State University’s first-time candidates passed the NAPLEX in 2025, per NABP data.