Roseman University of Health Sciences

 

Roseman University of Health Sciences Quick Facts

Duration: 3-4 Years Courses: 60 Faculty: 58
Est. Applications: 625 Acceptance Rate: 37% Est. Class Size: 230

Program Description

Roseman University of Health Sciences College of Pharmacy is a private, non-profit institution that was founded in 1999. The College is fully accredited by ACPE. We have campuses located in Henderson, NV and South Jordan, UT.

The College offers a three year Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program as well as a dual PharmD/MBA degree. Our block curriculum allows you to focus on one core subject at a time. We are proud of our student-centered, collaborative learning environment. We offer early IPPE experiences starting the beginning of the P1 year and we have outstanding clinical practice sites to develop your professional knowledge and skills.

Our curriculum is designed to prepare students to become highly competent, caring, ethical pharmacists who are leaders within the profession and are dedicated to the provision of patient-centered care. Upon graduation, you will be ready to enter practice in your chosen area, whether that is community or hospital pharmacy, a specialty pharmacy practice, or to continue your pharmacy education by pursuing post-graduate opportunities.

For more information, please visit http://pharmacy.roseman.edu

PharmD Program Highlights

  • Private Institution
  • Baccalaureate Degree Required
  • $1000 deposit to hold acceptance
  • Conducts interviews of applicants
  • Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
  • PCAT composite score Conditionally Required
  • Letters of Reference are not required
  • No Utilizes the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
  • No Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service

 

Location

Location: 11 Sunset Way, Henderson, Nevada 89014

Acceptance Rate for Roseman University of Health Sciences

37%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 37%

School Demographics (2018)

Female: 55% Male: 45% Age: 18-61

Tuition

Tuition: $55,182 per year
Tuition Fee: $3,400 per year

Requirements

PCAT Score and G.P.A

Minimum GPA: 2.5 Average GPA: 2.5 Minimum PCAT: N/A

 

Program Prerequisites
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 60
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 25
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 90
Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of the:
Spring 2019 term

Course Prerequisites Table

Course Title Semester/Quarter Hours
General Chemistry I w/lab 4/4
General Chemistry II w/lab 4/4
Organic Chemistry I w/lab 4/4
Organic Chemistry II w/lab 4/4
Calculus I 3/4
General Microbiology 3/3
Human Anatomy or Anatomy & Physiology I 3/4
Human Physiology or Anatomy & Physiology II 3/4
English Composition I 3/3
Speech/Communications 3/3
Total 60/90

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

General Information Letters of recommendation are not required, however, they are highly recommended to increase the overall competitiveness of your application.
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED: Employer, Faculty Advisor, Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, Pre-Health Advisor, Professor of Liberal Arts, Math and Science, Supervisor, Teaching Assistant
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED:
Note: please verify the institution specific details regarding CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED LOR types.

Pre-Health Adviser
Advisor must have 2+ years of familiarity with the applicant and have 10 plus years advising experience and limit the number of such LOR’s they deliver to a top specified percent of advisees.
LOR types that are NOT ACCEPTED:
Are Committee Letters accepted?
A Committee Letter is:
Does it count as more than one LOR?
Details:
Are Composite Letters accepted?

Does it count as more than one LOR?

  

 

Interview Information

Interview Format: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Interview Dates:
Details: Applicants that meet the minimum criteria will have their file evaluated. The most competitive applicants will be invited for an interview. Candidates are interviewed by one faculty member and one pharmacy student. The panel assesses the candidate’s abilities in communication skills, leadership, motivation, and professionalism.

Applying

Deadline

February 1, 2022

General School Information

Program

Dual Degree Program? Yes
Part of an academic health center? No
Pharmacy observation hours required? No
Supplemental application requirement? Yes
Baccalaureate degree preferred for admissions? Yes
Follows the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? Yes
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No

Pharmacy School Tour Video

University Tour Video

 

Contact Information

Website: http://pharmacy.roseman.edu

Social Profiles

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University of Minnesota

 

University of Minnesota University Quick Facts

Duration: 4 Years Courses: Faculty: 108
PEst. Applications: 444 Acceptance Rate: 38% Est. Class Size: 170

Program Description

The University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy offers its PharmD program on two campuses – Duluth and the Twin Cities. Both campuses offer a small college feel, yet provide all the opportunities of a large university. Learn more about each campus at http://z.umn.edu/campus.

All classes are taught by faculty who are renowned for their research and innovations in patient-centered care. Throughout the four year program, students work closely with faculty. The student to faculty ratio is 6:1.

Our students learn by doing. Experiential education begins in the first year of the PharmD program. Students learn in diverse patient care settings, typically one-on-one with a preceptor. The College of Pharmacy is part of the University of Minnesota Academic Health Center – organized specifically for health education, research, and practice – and provides opportunities for interprofessional study among medicine, dentistry, nursing, and pharmacy students and faculty.

The curriculum of the PharmD program is focused on patient-centered care, which involves helping patients identify, resolve, and prevent drug therapy problems. For specific information on the PharmD curriculum, visit http://z.umn.edu/curriculum.

Pharmacy students will find the University of Minnesota offers a supportive student environment. Each student receives individualized attention from the Office of Student Services. Student input is sought on all college-wide decisions and 95 percent of pharmacy students are involved in the college’s student organizations.

Specific information can be found at pharmd.umn.edu.

PharmD Program Highlights

  • Public Institution
  • Baccalaureate Degree Required
  • $500 deposit to hold acceptance
  • Conducts interviews of applicants
  • Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
  • PCAT composite score Required
  • Minimum Three (3) Letters of Reference are required
  • No Utilizes the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
  • No Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service

 

Location

Location: 232 Life Science, 1110 Kirby Drive, Duluth, Minnesota 55812

Acceptance Rate for University of Minnesota

38%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 38%

School Demographics (2018)

Female: 61% Male: 39% Age: 18-61

Tuition

Tuition (In-State): $27,864 per year
Tuition (Out-State): $40,800 per year
Tuition Fee: $2,054 per year

Requirements

PCAT Score and G.P.A

Minimum GPA: N/A Average GPA: N/A Minimum PCAT: N/A

 

Program Prerequisites
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 30
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of the:
Spring 2019 term

Course Prerequisites Table

Course Title Semester/Quarter Hours
Biology I w/lab 3/4
Microbiology 3/4
Advanced Biology 3/4
Human or Comparative Anatomy 3/4
Human or Comparative Physiology 3/4
Calculus I 3/4
Statistics 3/4
General Chemistry I and II w/lab 6/9
Organic Chemistry I and II w/lab 6/9
Physics I 3/4
Social and Behavioral Science; 2 courses 6/8
English Composition, advanced course 3/4
Introductory Communication 3/4
Total

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

General Information Choose at least three recommenders (up to four are accepted) from a variety of sources, such as college professors, work supervisors, volunteer supervisors or research supervisors. Only choose recommenders that know you well in an academic or professional capacity. We do not review personal recommendations from family, friends or clergy.
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED:
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED:
Note: please verify the institution specific details regarding CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED LOR types.

Pre-Health Adviser
Advisor must have 2+ years of familiarity with the applicant and have 10 plus years advising experience and limit the number of such LOR’s they deliver to a top specified percent of advisees.
LOR types that are NOT ACCEPTED:
Are Committee Letters accepted?
A Committee Letter is: Conditionally Accepted
Does it count as more than one LOR? No
Details: Committee letters will be accepted, but will only count as one recommendation letter.
Are Composite Letters accepted?

Does it count as more than one LOR?

 Conditionally Accepted

No

Interview Information

Interview Format: Individual applicants with one interviewer
Interview Dates:
Details: Applicants are interviewed one-on-one by two interviewers using a standard interview format. Interview take place during Interview Day events, which also include sessions designed to provide more information about the PharmD program and the University of Minnesota.

Applying

Deadline

February 1, 2022

General School Information

Program

Dual Degree Program? Yes
Part of an academic health center? Yes
Pharmacy observation hours required? No
Supplemental application requirement? Yes
Baccalaureate degree preferred for admissions? Yes
Follows the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? Yes
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No

Pharmacy School Tour Video

 

Contact Information

Website: http://pharmd.umn.edu

Social Profiles

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/UMPharmacy/ Instagram @umnpharmacy

University of Iowa

 

The University of Iowa Quick Facts

Duration: 4 Years Courses: 72 Faculty: 58
Est. Applications: 267 Acceptance Rate: 40% Est. Class Size: 107

Program Description

The University of Iowa’s College of Pharmacy has a superb national reputation. Its PharmD program is ranked 17th in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

The college is the fourth-oldest pharmacy college at a state-supported university and has been educating pharmacists since 1885. In that time, it has developed nationally and internationally recognized research programs in pharmaceutics, medicinal and natural products chemistry, clinical pharmaceutical sciences, pharmaceutical socioeconomics, and pharmacy practice. Its faculty is recognized worldwide.

The PharmD program is widely known for its personalized atmosphere and emphasis on individual attention – a result of its low student-to-faculty ratio – and its location on a world-class health sciences campus. It is adjacent to University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, one of the nation’s largest public university teaching hospitals.

For more information, please visit: https://pharmacy.uiowa.edu/“>https://pharmacy.uiowa.edu/

PharmD Program Highlights

  • Public Institution
  • No Baccalaureate Required
  • $250 deposit to hold acceptance
  • Conducts interviews of applicants
  • Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
  • PCAT composite score Required
  • Minimum Two (2) Letters of Reference are required
  • Utilizes the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
  • No Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service

 

Location

Location: 115 S. Grand Ave. 127 Pharmacy Building, Iowa City, Iowa 52242-1112

Acceptance Rate for The University of Iowa

40%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 40%

School Demographics (2018)

Female: 64% Male: 36% Age: 18-61

Tuition

Tuition (In-State): $26,672 per year
Tuition (Out-State): $43,148 per year
Tuition: $1,703 per year

Requirements

PCAT Score and G.P.A

Minimum GPA: 2.5 Average GPA: 2.5 Minimum PCAT: N/A

 

Program Prerequisites
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 72
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 40
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of the:
Spring 2019 term

Course Prerequisites Table

Course Title Semester/Quarter Hours
Rhetoric 4
Principles of Chemistry I 4
Principles of Chemistry II 3
Calculus 4
Statistics 3
Biology I 4
Biology II 4
Basic Physics 4
Organic Chemistry I 3
Organic Chemistry II 3
Principles of Human Anatomy 3
Human Physiology
Principles of Microeconomics 4
Biochemistry 3
Microbiology 4
12 semester hours of General Education coursework 3/4
Total 72

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

General Information
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED: Co-Worker, Employer, Faculty Advisor, Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, Supervisor, Professor of Liberal Arts, Science and Math, Teaching Assistant
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED: Pre-Health Advisor
Note: please verify the institution specific details regarding CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED LOR types.

Pre-Health Adviser
Advisor must have 2+ years of familiarity with the applicant and have 10 plus years advising experience and limit the number of such LOR’s they deliver to a top specified percent of advisees.
LOR types that are NOT ACCEPTED: Friend, Family, and Politician
Are Committee Letters accepted?
A Committee Letter is:
Does it count as more than one LOR?
Details: .
Are Composite Letters accepted?

Does it count as more than one LOR?

  

 

Interview Information

Interview Format: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Interview Dates:
Details: Selected applicants will be invited to interview via email from September to February. Interviews will be held in this same time frame. Interview day consists of a 30 minute closed-file interview with 2 – 3 interviewers, a written essay, and a tour of the Pharmacy Building given by current pharmacy students.

Applying

Deadline

February 1, 2022

General School Information

Program

Dual Degree Program? Yes
Part of an academic health center? Yes
Pharmacy observation hours required? No
Supplemental application requirement? No
Baccalaureate degree preferred for admissions? No
Follows the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? Yes
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No

Pharmacy School Tour Video

 

Contact Information

Website: http://pharmacy.uiowa.edu/pharmd-admissions

Social Profiles

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University of South Florida

 

University of South Florida Quick Facts

Duration: 4 Years Courses: 72 Faculty: 50
Est. Applications: 428 Acceptance Rate: 22% Est. Class Size: 94

Program Description

The only state-funded 4-year PharmD program located in a metropolitan area in Florida.  Our program offers:

  • The lowest tuition rates in the state
  • An innovative curriculum that includes the use of augmented and virtual reality technology and emphasizes a collaborative approach to patient care and research
  • State-of-the-art learning and simulation facilities
  • Unparalleled interdisciplinary learning environment among pharmacy, medicine, nursing, public health, and other health care professions
  • Entrepreneurial academic partnerships offering students hands-on experiences in managing and delivering technological-advanced pharmaceutical care

Emphasis is placed on the comprehension and assimilation of knowledge, with subsequent demonstration of competency.  Lectures are limited to increase faculty to student interaction. Elective opportunities allow students to pursue areas of interest and focus their attention to position themselves for post-graduate education, training, or employment. The college places emphasis on pharmacogenomics, leadership, informatics, geriatric care.

PharmD Program Highlights

  • Public Institution
  • Baccalaureate Degree Preferred
  • $200 deposit to hold acceptance
  • Conducts interviews of applicants
  • Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
  • PCAT composite score Required Minimum 65
  • 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: 12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd. MDC 30 Tampa, Florida 33612

Acceptance Rate for University of South Florida

22%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 22%

School Demographics (2018)

Female: 59% Male: 41% Age: 18-61

Tuition

Tuition (In-State): $16,610 per year
Tuition (Out-State): $34,355 per year
Tuition Fee: $3,294 per year

Requirements

PCAT Score and G.P.A

Minimum GPA: N/A Average GPA: 2.75 Minimum PCAT: 65

 

Program Prerequisites
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 72
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 72
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 104
Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of the:
Spring 2020 term

Course Prerequisites Table

Course Title Semester/Quarter Hours
English 3/5
Calculus 3/5
Biochemistry 3/5
Genetics 3/5
General Psychology or Sociology 3/5
Economics (micro or macro) 3/5
Humanities and Arts AND/OR Behavior and Social Sciences. Applicants with an earned Bachelors degree at time of application only need to complete 6 credit hours. 9/15
Statistics 3/5
General Biology I & II w/lab 8/13
General Chemistry I & II w/lab 8/13
Organic Chemistry I & II w/lab 8/13
Physics 4/7
Microbiology 3/5
Human Anatomy & Physiology I & II 8/13
Cell or Molecular Biology 3/5
Total 72/104

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

General Information Two (2) letters of recommendation are required (it is recommended but not required that one letter be from a biological or physical science professor) on your behalf to PharmCAS.
We do not accept letters of recommendation from family members or friends.
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED: Clergy, Co-Worker, Employer, Faculty Advisor, Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, Pre-Health Advisor, Politician, Professor of Liberal Arts, Science and Math, Teaching Assistant, Supervisor
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED:
Note: please verify the institution specific details regarding CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED LOR types.

Pre-Health Adviser
Advisor must have 2+ years of familiarity with the applicant and have 10 plus years advising experience and limit the number of such LOR’s they deliver to a top specified percent of advisees.
LOR types that are NOT ACCEPTED: Family or Friend
Are Committee Letters accepted? Yes
A Committee Letter is: Recommended but Not Required
Does it count as more than one LOR? Yes
Details:
Are Composite Letters accepted? Recommended but Not Required

Interview Information

Interview Format: Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI)
Interview Dates:
Details: Our interview process assesses interviewees’ non-cognitive skills. The interview day consists of a panel with student delegates, welcome from the Dean, two assessments (oral interview – Multiple Mini Interview and a group activity), program overview, and a tour of USF Health.

Early decision interviews are in September and October. Some Regular Decision interviews occur in October and November. The majority of regular decision interview days occur late January – April.

Applying

Deadline

February 1, 2022

General School Information

Program

Dual Degree Program? Yes
Part of an academic health center? Yes
Pharmacy observation hours required? No
Supplemental application requirement? No
Baccalaureate degree preferred for admissions? Yes
Follows the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? Yes
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No

 

Contact Information

Website: https://health.usf.edu/pharmacy/

Social Profiles

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/USFPharmacy/ Instagram @usfcop

University of Florida

 

University of Florida Quick Facts

Duration: 4 Years Courses: 64 Faculty: 109
Est. Applications: 612 Acceptance Rate: 45% Est. Class Size: 273

Program Description

The College of Pharmacy is one of the most innovative colleges of pharmacy in the United States having been ranked consistently among the top programs for many years. The Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum utilizes an integrated pharmaceutical sciences approach with a strong emphasis on active learning methods throughout the four years of pharmacy studies. The College has the faculty expertise and technological capability to offer a high quality educational program for pharmacy students. Joint degree programs with the Doctor of Pharmacy degree are available: Master of Business Administration, Master of Public Health, and the Doctor of Philosophy degrees. Numerous scholarship, award, and loan programs are available. The College has an excellent endowment program for financial need based aid. High quality advanced pharmacy practice sites located throughout the state of Florida provide a basis for an excellent experiential program. Graduates complete all experiential requirements for licensure as a pharmacist in Florida through the Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum. A variety of student organizations are available at all campuses for the College of Pharmacy and at the University to complement the student’s growth toward full participation in society as a professional and as a citizen.

PharmD Program Highlights

  • Public Institution
  • Baccalaureate Degree Preferred
  • $205.34 deposit to hold acceptance
  • Conducts interviews of applicants
  • Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
  • PCAT composite score Required Minimum 50
  • Minimum Two (2) Letters of Reference are required
  • Utilizes the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
  • No Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service

 

Location

Location: College of Pharmacy, Box 100495, Gainesville, Florida 32610-0495

Acceptance Rate for University of Florida

45%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 45%

School Demographics (2018)

Female: 59% Male: 41% Age: 18-61

Tuition

Tuition (In-State): $19,845 per year
Tuition (Out-State): $36,000 per year
Tuition Fee: $4,072 per year

Requirements

PCAT Score and G.P.A

Minimum GPA: 2.5 Average GPA: N/A Minimum PCAT: 50

 

Program Prerequisites
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 64
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 40
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of the:
Spring 2020 term

Course Prerequisites Table

Course Title Semester/Quarter Hours
English Composition (C) 3/4
Analytical Geometry with Calculus I 4/5
Social and Behavioral Sciences 9/12
Humanities 9/12
General Chemistry I and II w/lab 8/10
General Biology I and II w/lab 8/10
Organic Chemistry I and II w/lab 8/10
Anatomy & Physiology I w/lab 8/10
Biochemistry 4/5
Microbiology 3/4
Statistics 3/4
Other Electives 11/17
Total 64

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

General Information Letters of recommendation should come from those individuals who know the applicant very well.  Only two letters of recommendation are required.  The Admissions Committee prefers one letter from a faculty member and one from a pharmacist. Letters of recommendation from family members and teaching assistants are not accepted.
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED: Faculty Advisor, Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, Pre-Health Advisor, Professor of Liberal Arts Science and Math
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED: Employer, Supervisor
Note: please verify the institution specific details regarding CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED LOR types.

Pre-Health Adviser
Advisor must have 2+ years of familiarity with the applicant and have 10 plus years advising experience and limit the number of such LOR’s they deliver to a top specified percent of advisees.
LOR types that are NOT ACCEPTED: Clergy, Co-Worker, Family, Friend, Teaching Assistant or Politician
Are Committee Letters accepted? No
A Committee Letter is: Not Accepted
Does it count as more than one LOR?
Details:
Are Composite Letters accepted? No

Interview Information

Interview Format: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Interview Dates:
Details: Applicants being considered for admission will be invited for an on-site interview on a rolling basis during the period of September through April. Interview dates and details will be available at http://admissions.pharmacy.ufl.edu/.

Applying

Deadline

February 1, 2022

General School Information

Program

Dual Degree Program? Yes
Part of an academic health center? Yes
Pharmacy observation hours required? No
Supplemental application requirement? Yes
Baccalaureate degree preferred for admissions? Yes
Follows the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? Yes
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No

Pharmacy School Tour Video

 

Contact Information

Website: http://pharmacy.ufl.edu

Social Profiles

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/UFPharmacy/ Instagram @ufpharmacy

University of the Pacific

 

University of the Pacific Quick Facts

Duration: 2-3 Years Courses: 68 Faculty: 50
Est. Applications: 794 Acceptance Rate: 27% Est. Class Size: 213

Program Description

For over 60 years, University of the Pacific’s Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences has trained pharmacists who are problem-solvers, innovators and leaders. The School was the first in California to offer a three-year accelerated PharmD program. To continue Pacific’s legacy of innovation, we are excited to launch our newly updated curriculum. We firmly believe the redesigned curriculum will engage and better prepare a new generation of pharmacists. We have intentionally integrated active learning techniques in our courses to help you gain the knowledge and skills needed to become a well-rounded, highly competent health care provider. You will be immersed in  pharmacy practice experiences including community pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, ambulatory care and internal medicine. You will hone your communication skills through team projects, team-based learning and patient care simulations. Our capstone courses help solidify concepts, shaping you into a practice-ready pharmacist. Our graduates are in demand! We ranked in the top 10% nationally in postgraduate residencies for the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Resident Matching Program.

PharmD Program Highlights

  • Private Institution
  • Baccalaureate Preferred
  • $500 deposit to hold acceptance
  • Conducts interviews of applicants
  • Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
  • PCAT composite score Not Required
  • Minimum Two (2) Letters of Reference are required
  • Utilizes the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
  • No Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service

 

Location

Location: 3601 Pacific Avenue Stockton, California 95211

Acceptance Rate for University of the Pacific

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

School Demographics (2018)

Female: 64% Male: 34% Age: 18-61

Tuition

Tuition: $78,354 Per Year
Tuition Fee: $2,740 Per Year

Requirements

PCAT Score and G.P.A

Minimum GPA: 2.70 Average GPA: 2.70 Minimum PCAT: Not Required

 

Program Prerequisites
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 68
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 36
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 102
Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of the:
Spring 2019 term

Course Prerequisites Table

Course Title Semester/Quarter Hours
Calculus 4/8
Physics I 4/4
General Chemistry I 4/4
General Chemistry 2 4/4
Organic Chemistry 1 4/4
Organic Chemistry 2 4/4
General Biology 1 4/4
General Biology 2 4/4
Human Physiology 4/4
Microbiology 4/4
English Composition 1 3/4
English Composition 2 3/4
Public Speaking 3/4
General Psychology 3/4
Macroeconomics 3/4
General Education IC: Cultural Anthropology 3/4
General Education IIB: Introduction to Philosophy 4/3
General Education IIC: Music AppreciationEnglish Composition 2 3/4
Total 68/102

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

General Information Pacific requires two recommendations:  1.) A recommendation from a professor is required.  It must be from a school you have attended within the last three years. 2.) You may choose to have any other professional complete the second rating form as long as the person is not a family member.  We highly recommend that a science professor and a pharmacist be chosen as your recommenders.  In all cases, the PharmCAS rating form is required.  If you submit more than the required two, we will take all recommendations into consideration.  Be sure you have met our requirement before selecting additional recommenders
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED: Faculty Advisor, Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, Professor of Liberal Arts, Math and Science
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED: Employer, Friend, Pre-Health Advisor, Supervisor, Teaching Assistant.
Note: please verify the institution-specific details regarding CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED LOR types.
LOR types that are NOT ACCEPTED: Clergy, Co-Worker, Politician, Family
Are Committee Letters accepted? No
A Committee Letter is: Not Accepted
Does it count as more than one LOR? No
A composite Letter is: Not Accepted

Interview Information

Interview Format: Individual applicants with one interviewer
Interview Dates:
Details: Competitive students are invited to campus to interview with one faculty member and one currently enrolled PharmD student.  There is also a writing sample that is required to be submitted at the interview.  Students will be given a question and asked to write their opinion on the topic. Candidates will also be given a presentation of school organizations and activities, and a tour of the School of Pharmacy. Candidates will have ample time to speak to currently enrolled Pharmacy students.

Applying

Deadline

February 1, 2022

General School Information

Program

Dual Degree Program? Yes
Part of an academic health center? Yes
Pharmacy observation hours required? No
Supplemental application requirement? Yes
Baccalaureate degree preferred for admissions? Yes
Follows the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? No
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No

Pharmacy School Video

Contact Information

Website: http://www.pacific.edu/pharmd

Social Profiles

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/uopadmission/ Instagram: @

University of Southern California

 

University of Southern California Quick Facts

Duration: 3-4 Years Courses: 128 Faculty: 39
Est. Applications: 693 Acceptance Rate: 29% Est. Class Size: 200

Program Description

Founded in 1905, the USC School of Pharmacy has established itself as a pioneer in pharmacy education and practice. The School created the nation’s first PharmD program, as well as the first clinical clerkships. Serving as testament to its tradition of innovation and excellence, the School is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top ten pharmacy schools, and the top private pharmacy school, in the nation.

The School offers a breadth of opportunities, including extensive dual degrees and areas of concentration, that allow students to customize their academic path and differentiate themselves in the job market.

Located in Los Angeles, the School is situated within a hub of cultural diversity and medical advancement. The School occupies state-of-the-art facilities on USC’s Health Sciences Campus, surrounded by numerous healthcare facilities.

The School boasts a robust, engaged alumni network, as over half of pharmacists in Southern California are USC graduates. Through this network, students have access to over 300 sites for clinical and experiential programs, and also have the opportunity to create connections that will last them throughout their careers.

PharmD Program Highlights

  • Private Institution
  • Baccalaureate Required
  • $1000 deposit to hold acceptance
  • Conducts interviews of applicants
  • Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
  • PCAT composite score Not Required
  • Minimum Three (3) Letters of Reference are required
  • Utilizes the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
  • No Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service

 

Location

Location: 1985 Zonal Avenue PSC 206A Los Angeles, California 90089-9121

Acceptance Rate for University of Southern California

29%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 29%

School Demographics (2018)

Female: 68% Male: 32% Age: 18-61

Tuition

Tuition: $58,836 Per Year
Tuition Fee: $3,658 Per Year

Requirements

PCAT Score and G.P.A

Minimum GPA: 3.00 Average GPA: 3.00 Minimum PCAT: Considered

 

Program Prerequisites
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 128
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 20
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of the:
Spring 2019 term

Course Prerequisites Table

Course Title Semester/Quarter Hours
Calculus (for science majors) 4/6
General Biology w/lab 8/12
Human Physiology 3/4
Microbiology 3/4
General Chemistry w/lab 8/12
Organic Chemistry w/lab 8/12
Biochemistry 3/4
Statistics (non-business) 3/4
Total 128

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

General Information Requirements for the Letters of Recommendation: one letter must be from a science professor with whom you took a class and/or did research. The remaining two letters may be from professors, advisors, researchers, pharmacists or employers.
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED:
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED:
Note: please verify the institution-specific details regarding CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED LOR types.
LOR types that are NOT ACCEPTED:
Are Committee Letters accepted?
A Committee Letter is: Conditionally Accepted
Does it count as more than one LOR?
A composite Letter is: Conditionally Accepted
Does it count as more than one LOR?

Interview Information

Interview Format: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers

Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI)
Interview Dates:
Details: The purpose of the interview is to assess the candidates oral and communication skills, writing skills, leadership ability, and motivation or potential to be a successful pharmacist. All applicants offered an interview will be notified two to three weeks prior to the scheduled interviews. An interview acceptance confirmation is required. Interviews are rarely rescheduled.

Applying

Deadline

February 1, 2022

General School Information

Program

Dual Degree Program? Yes
Part of an academic health center? Yes
Pharmacy observation hours required? No
Supplemental application requirement? No
Baccalaureate degree preferred for admissions? Yes
Follows the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? No
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No

Contact Information

Website: https://pharmacyschool.usc.edu/programs/pharmd/pharmdprogram/

Social Profiles

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