Pharmacy Schools in Delaware
Are There Pharmacy Schools in Delaware?
Delaware is one of only two states (along with Vermont) without an ACPE-accredited pharmacy school. Delaware students still have more nearby options than almost anyone: three accredited PharmD programs sit in the Philadelphia area within about 30 minutes of Wilmington, with several more across Maryland and New Jersey — plus a growing list of accredited online PharmD programs that accept Delaware residents.
The 5 Closest Pharmacy Schools to Delaware
University of the Sciences Philadelphia College of Pharmacy is a private university in the city of Philadelphia. First year tuition for in-state and out-of-state students is $36,000. The program can be completed in 4 years, and they offer a dual degree program where you can also earn a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) University of the Sciences Philadelphia College of Pharmacy participates in the Early Assurance Program and does not require a bachelor's degree. (learn more)
Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson College of Pharmacy is a private university in the city of Philadelphia. First year tuition for all students is $38,500. The program can be completed in 4 years, and they offer a degree in M.P.H. Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson College of Pharmacy participates in the Early Assurance Program and does not require a bachelor's degree. (learn more)
Temple University School of Pharmacy is a public university in the city of Philadelphia. First year tuition for in-state students is $36,656, and $39,322 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 an MBA or M.S. Temple University School of Pharmacy participates in the Early Assurance Program and does not require a bachelor's degree. (learn more)
Notre Dame of Maryland University School of Pharmacy is a private university in the city of Baltimore. First year tuition for in-state students is $31,350, and $40,350 for out-of-state students. The program can be completed in 4 years, and they offer a degree in Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD). Notre Dame of Maryland University School of Pharmacy does not participate in the Early Assurance Program and does not require a bachelor's degree. (learn more)
University of Maryland School of Pharmacy is a public university in the city of Baltimore. First year tuition for in-state students is $27,813, and $45,297 for out-of-state students. The program can be completed in 4 years, and they offer a degree in J.D., MBA, M.P.H., M.S. or Ph.D. University of Maryland School of Pharmacy does not participate in the Early Assurance Program and does not require a bachelor's degree. (learn more)
Delaware Pharmacy School FAQs
Does Delaware have a pharmacy school?
No. Delaware currently has no ACPE-accredited PharmD program. It is one of only two states (with Vermont) that has never fielded an ACPE-accredited program.
What are the closest pharmacy schools to Delaware?
The nearest accredited options are Saint Joseph's University, Thomas Jefferson University, and Temple University — all in the Philadelphia area within about 30 minutes of Wilmington. All accept out-of-state applicants through PharmCAS.
Can Delaware residents earn a PharmD online?
Largely, yes. Several accredited schools offer online or hybrid PharmD pathways open to Delaware residents, with in-person requirements limited to labs and clinical rotations.