William Carey University Quick Facts
| Duration: 3 Years | Est. Class Size: 60 | Application Deadline: 5/3/2027 |
Program Description
Thank you for your interest in William Carey University School of Pharmacy located on the Tradition Campus in Biloxi, MS. We offer a 2-year and 10-month accelerated Doctor of Pharmacy program with an innovative curriculum that provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel as an entry-level practitioner. Taught by engaged faculty, this dynamic program offers a collaborative, student-centered learning environment, enabling students to apply their knowledge and skills in clinical settings. The clinical experiences allow students to gain exposure to a variety of practice models and to explore the countless opportunities available to pharmacy graduates today. The accelerated program model allows students to complete the PharmD degree faster and start their pharmacy career sooner. For more information on our Program, please visit: https://www.wmcarey.edu/program/doctoral-pharmacy.
PharmD Program Highlights
- Private Institution
- Baccalaureate degree preferred
- Deposit required to hold acceptance
- Conducts interviews of applicants
- Two (2) letters of reference required
- Utilizes the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
- Preference given to in-state applicants
Location
Location: William Carey University School of Pharmacy, Biloxi, Mississippi 39532
Interactive mapNAPLEX Pass Rates
First-time NAPLEX pass rates for William Carey University graduates, by graduation year, compared with the national average.
| Graduation Year | First-Time Pass Rate | National Average |
| 2025 | 77.3% | 86.8% |
| 2024 | 67.4% | 75.9% |
| 2023 | 64.1% | 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: | $42,000 | per year |
| Mandatory Fees: | $400 | per year |
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
| Minimum GPA: 3 | Minimum Prerequisite GPA: No minimum |
The PCAT exam has been discontinued; no standardized test score is required for admission.
Program Prerequisites
Total college semester hours required before matriculation: 55
Basic science semester hours required: 31
Course Prerequisites Table
| Course Title | Semester Hours |
|---|---|
| English Composition I and II (or any two courses that are primarily writing-based) | 6 |
| Biology I and II (or any combination of two biology-based courses; lab preferred but not required) | 6 |
| Anatomy (Anatomy and Physiology I, Human Anatomy, Comparative Anatomy, Vertebrate Anatomy, or other anatomy-based course; lab preferred but not required) | 3 |
| Physiology (Anatomy and Physiology II, Human Physiology, Vertebrate Physiology, or other organ systems-based course; lab preferred but not required) | 3 |
| General Chemistry I and II with Lab (any 100-level general chemistry course that fulfills a prerequisite for Organic Chemistry course series) | 8 |
| Organic Chemistry I and II with Lab (For science majors) | 8 |
| Physics I (algebra-based or calculus-based; lab not required) | 3 |
| Calculus I (or any 200 upper-level math) OR College Algebra AND Trigonometry (with minimum of B- grades) OR College Algebra AND Precalculus (with minimum of B- grades) | 3 |
| Statistics (general, biostatistics, business, psychological statistics, public health or science) | 3 |
| Includes social sciences, humanities, business, communications, economics, computer science, fine arts, foreign language, literature, or any science course not otherwise applied; upper-level STEM courses preferred. | 12 |
| Total | 55 |
Prerequisite Coursework Policies
Online coursework: Accepted for all prerequisite courses. In-person labs are preferred over online labs.
Pass/fail grades: science courses with labs: Varies; science courses without labs: Varies; non-science courses: Varies.
Completion timing: All prerequisite coursework must be completed by the end of the Spring term or by June 1st of each year.
Letter of Recommendation Requirements
Two (2) letters of recommendation are required.
Interview Information
Interview Format: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers, Multiple applicants with one or more interviewers
Applying
Deadline
May 3, 2027
Priority application deadline: November 2, 2026
The $500 tuition deposit is waived upon acceptance and applied to the first term tuition bill at matriculation.
First day of classes: July 6, 2027
General School Information
Program
Dual Degree Program? No
Part of an academic health center? No
Pharmacy observation hours required? Recommended, but not required
Supplemental application requirement? No
Baccalaureate degree preferred for admissions? Preferred
Follows the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? No
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? Yes
International Applicants
Foreign (non-U.S.) citizens considered: No
Applications accepted from: US Citizens, US Permanent Residents
Foreign transcript policy: Send a foreign transcript evaluation report (FTER) to PharmCAS AND Send an original foreign transcript directly to the school
TOEFL required: No
Proficiency in spoken English will also be assessed during the interview process. Proficiency in English (both spoken and written) is essential for success in our PharmD Program. Select code 8246 to report TOEFL scores directly to PharmCAS.
Contact Information
Website: https://www.wmcarey.edu/program/doctoral-pharmacy
Social Profiles
| Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WCUSOP/ | Instagram @wcupharmacy |
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Common Questions About William Carey University
How expensive is William Carey University’s PharmD program?
Expect roughly $42,000 in first-year tuition regardless of residency, per the AACP’s most recent survey.
What GPA do you need to get into William Carey University?
The published minimum is a 3.0 overall GPA, though stronger grades improve your odds considerably.
When is the application deadline for William Carey University?
For the 2026–27 cycle, William Carey University’s final PharmCAS deadline is May 3, 2027. A priority deadline of November 2, 2026 offers earlier review.
Do you need a bachelor’s degree to get into William Carey University?
William Carey University prefers applicants with a bachelor’s degree, but strong candidates can be admitted with prerequisites alone. The PharmD itself is an accelerated three-year, year-round program.
What is William Carey University’s NAPLEX pass rate?
77.3% of William Carey University’s first-time candidates passed the NAPLEX in 2025, per NABP data.