Arizona Pharmacy School Programs
Why Study Pharmacy in Arizona?
When it comes to Pharmacy school, Arizona has some great options. Whether you’re a Arizona resident or looking to move to the West Coast to get the best possible education, we’ve compiled the information you need to make the right decision for you.
Best Online Pharmacy School in Arizona
Are you planning to study pharmacy online as a resident of Arizona? If so, it is essential to choose the right online pharmacy school. With Pharmacy School Finder's exhaustive database of online pharmacy schools available to students living in Arizona, finding the ideal online school for you is now easier than ever before.
Arizona Online Pharmacy School
Studying pharmacy online is a convenient and cost-saving alternative to on-campus learning, but it is still essential to choose the right school. Get started on your search for the ideal online pharmacy school available to Arizona residents by checking out the database below.
Arizona Campus Locations
University of Arizona, Tucson College of Pharmacy is a public university in the city of Tucson. First year tuition for in-state students is $11,938, and $32,065 for out-of-state students. The program can be completed in 4 years, and they offer a degree in MBA, M.P.H., M.S. or Ph.D. University of Arizona, Tucson College of Pharmacy participates in the Early Assurance Program and does not require a bachelor's degree. (learn more)
University of Arizona, Phoenix College of Pharmacy is a public university in the city of Phoenix. First year tuition for in-state students is $40,407, and $70,598 for out-of-state students. The program can be completed in 4 years, and they offer a dual degree program where you can also earn a MBA, M.P.H., M.S. or Ph.D. University of Arizona, Phoenix College of Pharmacy participates in the Early Assurance Program and does not require a bachelor's degree. (learn more)
Midwestern University, Glendale College of Pharmacy is a private university in the city of Glendale. First year tuition for all students is $62,009. The program can be completed in 3-4 years, and they offer a dual degree program where you can also earn a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD). Midwestern University, Glendale College of Pharmacy does not participate in the Early Assurance Program and does prefer a bachelor's degree. (learn more)
Arizona Admission Requirements
Getting into a PharmD program comes with many choices. In Arizona for example, there is a traditional 3-4 program, and 4 year PharmD program and even dual degree programs (Ph.D., M.P.H, and MBA) who are currently accepting applications.
Arizona Pharmacy School Info and Requirements
Arizona has only two institutions approved by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) for aspiring Pharmacists.
The University of Arizona is well known in the state for being a research state school that offers both undergraduate and graduate degrees specializing in Pharmacy and Pharmacology.
The other option for students in AZ, is Midwestern University, a private graduate only university that offers it’s PharmD program out of its Glendale campus.
The differences between these Arizona schools are stark - ranging from class sizes, tuition, dual degree opportunities, graduation rates and licensure exam pass rates. To find the perfect fit for your pharmD degree, get all of the details you’ll need to make your decision and apply.
| Number of schools with Dual Degree programs | 3 |
|---|---|
| Public/State Pharmacy Schools in Arizona | 2 |
| Private Pharmacy Schools in Arizona | 1 |
| Arizona Pharmacy School Applicants (estimated): | 795 |
| Schools Requiring B.S Degree | 0 |
| Number of Pharmacy Schools: | 3 |
Arizona Pharmacy School Prerequisites
Course requirements and prerequisites for admission are different for every school. If you know you want to attend a pharmacy school in Arizona but aren’t sure if you’ve taken the necessary classes, you’re in luck. Below are the general course requirements for the 3 PharmD programs in the state.
| School: | Midwestern University | Tucson College of Pharmacy | Phoenix College of Pharmacy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anatomy | R | R | R |
| Physiology | R | ||
| Biology/ Biological Science: | R | R | R |
| Microbiology: | R | R | |
| Chemistry: | R | R | R |
| Physics: | R | R | R |
| Math: | R | R | R |
| Statistics: | R | R | R |
| Economics: | R | ||
| English Composition / Writing: | R | R | R |
| Communication / Speech (Verbal): | R | CR | CR |
| Social/ Behavioral Science: | R | CR | CR |
| Psychology: | CR | CR | |
| Humanities: | R | R | |
| Other: | CR | CR | |
| General Elective(s): | R | ||
| General Elective(s): | R |
R=Required, CR=Conditionally Required
Note: The course requirements listed in this chart were compiled in December 2019 and may have changed. Additionally some schools may require more than one class in each subject.
Arizona State Pharmacy School Accreditation
The state of Arizona recognizes the national ACPE accreditation as the standard for the state. ACPE accreditation is public recognition that a professional degree program leading to the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree is judged to meet established qualifications and education standards through initial and subsequent periodic evaluations.
ACPE requires all programs it accredits to meet the expectations of all 25 of ACPE’s accreditation standards. There are currently 3 schools in the state of Arizona that offer the PharmD that are recognized as ACPE-accredited.
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