The UCSF PharmD is a multifaceted and compassionate leader in pharmacy, with a scientific mindset and a limitless future.
UCSF’s 3-year, year-round PharmD program prepares ambitious minds for diverse and dynamic careers in pharmacy and beyond. We inspire inquisitive students to think creatively from fresh perspectives and to fearlessly approach new challenges in pharmacy and across health care. From our home in the San Francisco Bay Area, and at the world’s leading university focused on health, our students care for—and learn from—diverse patient populations and evolve into patient-centered clinicians. UCSF PharmD graduates, equipped with a scientific mindset and an unmatched professional skillset, are transforming health care for patients and communities through pharmacy.
Students are surrounded by individuals who inspire and challenge them to excel.
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
59
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:
88
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 w/lab
8/12
Organic Chemistry w/lab
8/12
Biology w/lab
8/12
Physiology
3/4
Microbiology w/lab
3/4
Calculus
3/4
Statistics
3/4
English Composition
5/8
Humanities and/or Social Sciences (must include particular courses. See website for more detailed information: http://pharmd.ucsf.edu/admissions/reqs/academic)
19/28
Total
59/88
Letter of Recommendation Requirements
General Information
UCSF requires at least 3 letters of reference. If a 4th letter is submitted, we will accept a fourth letter. Although not a requirement, we would like to receive a letter from an individual who could speak about your academic abilities.
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED:
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED: Clergy, Co-Worker, Employer, Faculty Advisor, Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, Pre-Health Advisor, Professor of Liberal Arts, Science and Math, Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, Politician
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
Are Committee Letters accepted?
Yes
A Committee Letter is:
Conditionally Accepted
Does it count as more than one LOR?
Varies
Details:
We will accept committee/composite letters. If you plan to submit a committee letter, please contact our office so we can help you better understand how committee letters meet our requirement.
Are Composite Letters accepted?
Does it count as more than one LOR?
Conditionally Accepted
Varies
Interview Information
Interview Format:
Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI)
Interview Dates:
Details:
Interviews are by invitation only and are held in January 2020 on the UCSF campus. Details about the interview process are available on the web:
http://pharmd.ucsf.edu/admissions/interview
Applying
Deadline
November 1, 2021
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
The University of Kansas (KU) School of Pharmacy is a world-class teaching and research institution founded in 1885. The KU School of Pharmacy:
Is a top 20 public school of pharmacy according to US News and World Report
Has consistently been a top 10 school in National Institutes of Health funding for over two decades
Graduating class of 2018 achieved a 100% first-time pass rate on the North American Pharmacists Licensure Exam (NAPLEX) and 99% on the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination (MPJE)
Produces pharmacists to serve the people of Kansas and the country
Educates researchers who help solve the world’s most pressing issues in health care.
Our rich tradition, combined with a collaborative relationship between our Pharm.D. and research programs, sets us apart from other schools. KU students learn from many of the 400+ faculty and clinical preceptors, representing a vast array of practice settings and clinical expertise; all while learning the basic science principles of drug therapy from world–renowned researchers in the classroom. Our students graduate with a broad understanding of pharmacy, from discovery and formulation to delivery. Students enter our professional program after completing two years of pre-pharmacy coursework. .
The KU School of Pharmacy is one school, with a presence on three campuses. They are:
Main campus in Lawrence
KU Medical Center in Wichita.
KU Medical Center in Kansas City
Approximately one half million dollars of scholarship money is awarded annually to pharmacy students. Reduced out-of-state tuition is available for qualified applicants from outside of Kansas.
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:
61
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
General Chemistry
10/12
Calculus
3/4
Organic Chemistry
10/12
Microbiology
5/6
Anatomy
3/4
Physiology
5/7
Molecular/Cellular Biology
4/5
Social Sciences & Humanities
12/16
English I and II
6/8
Public Speaking
3/4
Statistics
3/4
Physics
4/5
Total
68
Letter of Recommendation Requirements
General Information
Each applicant must submit three letters of recommendation via PharmCAS. We recommend that your references be current and include a professor and present or former employer with whom you have interacted within the past 24 months. It is highly recommended that you have one recommendation from a pharmacist. If you do not know a pharmacist, you are encouraged to obtain an introduction to a pharmacist and discuss with him or her your aspirations for a career in pharmacy. If you obtain a recommendation from a pharmacist who is a new acquaintance, you may submit that letter as a fourth recommendation.
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
Professor of
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED:
Employer, Faculty Advisor, Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, Pre-Health Advisor, Professor of Liberal Arts, Science and Math, Supervisor
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED: Clergy, Co-Worker, Friend, Politician, Teaching Assistant
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,
Are Committee Letters accepted?
Yes
A Committee Letter is:
Conditionally Accepted
Does it count as more than one LOR?
No
Details:
Committee/Composite letters are discouraged and if submitted are considered as ‘one’ recommendation.
Are Composite Letters accepted?
Does it count as more than one LOR?
Conditionally Accepted
No
Interview Information
Interview Format:
Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Interview Dates:
Details:
Qualified applicants are invited for an interview. All admitted applicants participate in the interview process. Interviews are scheduled beginning in August.
Committee members look for students with good communication skills, emotional maturity, leadership, professionalism, understanding of the pharmacy profession, and an interest in service to community. Job shadowing or work experience in a pharmacy or a health care setting is encouraged.
Applying
Deadline
June 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? No
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No
The Wilkes University School of Pharmacy provides a dynamic, challenging and comprehensive curriculum, focused on the future, that will serve as the foundation for life long learning and practice. Our graduates will be able to provide quality patient care in a wide range of health systems, in metropolitan and rural areas, and will be potential leaders in the profession. http://www.wilkes.edu/academics/colleges/nesbitt-college-of-pharmacy/
PharmD Program Highlights
Private Institution
No Baccalaureate Degree Required
$300 deposit to hold acceptance
Conducts interviews of applicants
No 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: 84 West South Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 18766
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:
28
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
Gen Chemistry with lab 8 crs Gen Biology with lab 8 crs Calculus 4 Crs Oral Com (3 Crs) Microeconomics (3 Crs) Organic Chemistry with lab 8 Crs OR Essentials of Organic Chemistry with lab (4 Crs) Gen Physics 4 Crs Statistics 3 Crs
41
General Biology w/lab
8
Calculus
4
Oral Communications
3
Microeconomics
3
Organic Chemistry w/lab
8
General Physics
3
Statistics
3
Total
Letter of Recommendation Requirements
General Information
http://www.wilkes.edu/pharm.
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED:
Clergy, Co-Worker, Employer, Faculty Advisor, Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, 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:
Family, Friend, Pre-Health Advisor
Are Committee Letters accepted?
Yes
A Committee Letter is:
Recommended but Not Required
Does it count as more than one LOR?
No
Details:
Are Composite Letters accepted?
Does it count as more than one LOR?
Recommended but Not Required
No
Interview Information
Interview Format:
Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Dual Degree Program? Yes
Part of an academic health center? No
Pharmacy observation hours required? No
Supplemental application requirement? No
Baccalaureate degree preferred for admissions? No
Follows the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? No
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No
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: Lebanese American University, Byblos
School Demographics (2018)
Female: 88%
Male: 12%
Age: 18-61
Tuition
Tuition:
$23,680
per year
Tuition Fee:
$829
per year
Requirements
PCAT Score and G.P.A
Minimum GPA: N/A
Average GPA: 2.5
Minimum PCAT: N/A
Program Prerequisites
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
70
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
39
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
pre-pharmacy program
39
Chemical Principles
3
Organic Chemistry I & II w/lab
8
Medical Anatomy and Physiology
4
Computer Application to Pharmacy
2
Principles of Pathophysiology and Immunology
4
Microbiological Basis of Disease
3
Statistics for Health Profession Majors
3
Medical Biochemistry
4
Systems Pathophysiology
4
Liberal Arts Curriculum courses
16
English courses
9
Total
70
Letter of Recommendation Requirements
General Information
An applicant must complete three recommendation forms by three different faculty members, among which at least one should be a major course instructor.
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:
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 one interviewer
Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI)
Interview Dates:
Details:
Purpose
The LAU SOP recognizes that academic excellence is not the only benchmark for success. SOP uses multiple mini-interviews for candidates. This process allows interviewers to become acquainted with candidates.Structure
Each candidate visits three committees and each committee is responsible for assessing attributes in 5 to 7-minute sessions for a 20-minute interview.Interview Content
Interview questions related to the candidate’s non-academic past experiences, performances, and behaviors.
Applying
Deadline
April 1, 2022
General School Information
Program
Dual Degree Program? No
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? No
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No
The pharmacy curriculum at the University of Wyoming begins with a two-year preprofessional program followed by the 4-year professional program. The professional program consists of three years of coursework and one year on rotations. The UW School of Pharmacy admits approximately 52 students every fall. Students in the School of Pharmacy have their own special activities and share in the congenial college community. Students may enter the professional program only upon official acceptance by the School of Pharmacy. http://www.uwyo.edu/pharmacy
The Doctor of Pharmacy/MBA is a five year program – four years of Pharmacy studies and one year of MBA core courses. Students spend their first year (Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters) in the MBA program taking core courses and completing a summer experiential project (30 credits). The next four years will encompass the traditional Pharm. D. curriculum, including the MBA Capstone course in Year 2. Students completing this program will earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and a Master of Business Administration degree http://www.uwyo.edu/mba/degree-programs/doctor-pharmacy-dual-degree.html.
PharmD Program Highlights
Public Institution
No Baccalaureate Degree Required
$750 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
No Utilizes the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
No Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service
Location
Location: Dept 3375, 1000 E University Ave, Laramie, Wyoming 82071
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
63
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
48
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
55
Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of the:
Spring 2019 term
Course Prerequisites Table
Course Title
Semester/Quarter Hours
General Biology w/lab
4/5
Animal Biology w/lab
4/5
Calculus
4/5
Statistics
4/5
General Chemistry I w/lab
4/5
General Chemistry II w/lab
4/5
Organic Chemistry I w/lab
4/5
Organic Chemistry II w/lab
4/5
Human Anatomy w/lab
4/6
Human Systems Physiology w/lab
4/5
Medical Microbiology w/lab
4/5
Principles of Biochemistry
4/3
Total
63/55
Letter of Recommendation Requirements
General Information
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED:
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED: Teaching Assistant
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, Friend, Family, Politician
Are Committee Letters accepted?
Yes
A Committee Letter is:
Recommended but Not Required
Does it count as more than one LOR?
No
Details:
Are Composite Letters accepted?
Does it count as more than one LOR?
Recommended but Not Required
No
Interview Information
Interview Format:
Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Interview Dates:
Details:
The interview process is approximatley a half day, that includes lunch with current students, a problem solving test, a writing sample, tour of campus and building and a meeting with faculty.
Applying
Deadline
May 2, 2022
General School Information
Program
Dual Degree Program? Yes
Part of an academic health center? No
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
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) School of Pharmacy prepares the next generation of pharmacists to meet the growing healthcare needs of society. We encourage you to visit our prospective students’ page here: https://www.mcw.edu/education/pharmacy-school/prospective-students
MCW’s Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) graduates have the knowledge and expertise to practice at the “top of their license” and contribute to patient-centered care within a team-based model ensuring optimal patient outcomes in concert with other healthcare professionals. A pharmacy career offers you the opportunity to encourage wellness in your community and the chance to improve the lives of those you serve every day. Learn more at https://www.mcw.edu/pharmacy.
The MCW School of Pharmacy offers a three-year, year-round doctoral program at the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center which includes access to Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, the Milwaukee VA Medical Center, Cancer Center, Eye Institute, Wisconsin Blood Center, and mental health facilities.
PharmD Program Highlights
Private Institution
Baccalaureate Degree Preferred
$100 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)
Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service
Location
Location: 8701 W. Watertown Plank Rd. Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53226
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
90
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
27
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
General Biology
3
Advanced Biology-Lab preferred
3
General Chemistry I & II w/lab
6
Organic Chemistry I & II w/lab
6
Physics 1
3
Statistics
3
Calculus
3
Economics
3
English Composition 2
3
Speech
3
4 General Education Courses
3
Total
90
Letter of Recommendation Requirements
General Information
Choose at least three recommenders (up to four are allowed) from a variety of sources, such as college professors, work supervisors, volunteer supervisors, or research supervisors. Only choose recommenders that know you well in a professional capacity; please, no family, friends, or clergy. The letters of recommendation are submitted through PharmCAS.
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED:
Employer, Faculty Advisor, Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, Pre-Health Advisor, Professor of Liberal Arts, Science and Math, Supervisor, Politician, Teaching Assistant
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED: Co-Worker
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, Clergy
Are Committee Letters accepted?
Yes
A Committee Letter is:
Conditionally Accepted
Does it count as more than one LOR?
Yes
Details:
Are Composite Letters accepted?
Does it count as more than one LOR?
Conditionally Accepted
Yes
Interview Information
Interview Format:
Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Interview Dates:
Details:
When interviewing, be yourself and be prepared to articulate 1) what you know about the profession, 2) why you want to be a pharmacist, and 3) why the Medical College of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy would be a good fit for your career path. The best way to prepare for the interview is to develop your understanding and motivation for pharmacy.
Applying
Deadline
June 1, 2022
General School Information
Program
Dual Degree Program? No
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
University of Houston College of Pharmacy (UHCOP) combines the opportunities & experiences of the Texas Medical Center’s world-class healthcare community with resources of the University of Houston, Texas’ premier urban teaching and research university, to offer the best possible education. We have 2 locations, UH main campus, in Houston,TX, and Doctor’s Hospital Renaissance (DHR) in Edinburg,TX.
UH main campus has 2 large stadium-style classrooms, active learning classrooms, compounding and sterile products lab, OSCE suites, and state-of-the-art pharmacology, pharmaceutical and medicinal chemistry core labs. We feature active-learning technologies, including patient simulation, patient-care & research labs.
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
73
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:
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 & II w/lab
8
Microbiology w/lab
4
Genetics lecture
3
Chemistry I & II w/lab
8
Organic Chemistry I & II w/lab
8
Calculus I
4
Statistics
3
Physics I
3
Introduction to Psychology OR Introduction to Sociology
3
Government/Political Science I & II
6
American History I & II
6
English I & II
6
Language, Philosophy and Culture
3
Creative Arts
3
Writing in the Disciplines (Institutional Designated course)*
3
Total
73
Letter of Recommendation Requirements
General Information
LORs from family members and close friends are NOT accepted. Three LORs are required from the acceptable choices indicated below. All Letters of Reference must be from individuals residing in the U.S.
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
Employer, Faculty Advisor, Pharmacist, Pre-Health Advisor, Professor of Liberal Arts, Math and Science, Supervisor, Teaching Assistant
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:
Clergy, Co-Worker, Health Care Professional, Politician, Friend, Family, Teaching Assistant
Are Committee Letters accepted?
Yes
A Committee Letter is:
Conditionally Accepted
Does it count as more than one LOR?
Yes
Details:
A Committee/Composite letter consisting of letters from several individuals can serve as one to three (1-3) LORs.
Are Composite Letters accepted?
Does it count as more than one LOR?
Conditionally Accepted
Yes
Interview Information
Interview Format:
Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI)
Interview Dates:
Details:
All interviews are in-person and occur in Health 2 on the Houston-campus.
The day consists of the following:
Multiple Mini Interview (MMI), which assesses non-cognitive skills.
An individual written exercise (computer-based).
An informational session covering key features of the program, four-year curriculum, and financial aid.
A student panel session, with current Pharm.D. students and faculty.
A brief building tour.
The interview day lasts about 5 hours.
Applying
Deadline
May 2, 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? No
Follows the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? No
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Quick Facts
Duration: 2-3Years
Courses: 68
Faculty: 27
Est. Applications: 489
Acceptance Rate: 32%
Est. Class Size: 156
Program Description
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Pharmacy offers the degree of Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) with the expanded role of the pharmacist in mind.
TTUHSC School of Pharmacy’s program is student centered, focusing on problem-based educational strategies. The curriculum provides an integrated course context of pathophysiology, pharmacology, medicinal chemistry and therapeutics, built on a solid understanding of the biomedical sciences. It offers expanded practice management instruction and clinical experiences early and throughout the four-year professional program. Each of the curricular and instructional strategies has been precisely balanced to give academic and clinical preparation to optimally succeed in any pharmaceutical profession. Learn more by visiting www.ttuhsc.edu/pharmacy
PharmD Program Highlights
Public Institution
No Baccalaureate Degree Required
$400 deposit to hold acceptance
Conducts interviews of applicants
Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
PCAT composite score Required Minimum 50
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: 1300 Coulter St. Suite 2210, Amarillo, Texas 79106
Acceptance Rate for Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
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:
32
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 & II w/lab
8
Microbiology w/lab
4
Chemistry I & II w/lab
8
Organic Chemistry I & II w/lab
8
Physics I w/lab
4
Communication / Speech
3
English Composition / Writing
6
English/British/U.S./Ethnic/Women’s Literature (not used in GPA calculation)
3
Humanities/Social Sciences (five 3-hour courses-not used in GPA calculation)
15
Economics (macro-preferred or micro) (not waived with a bachelor’s degree)
3
Math–Calculus I
4
Math–Statistics (or biostatistics)
3
Total
68
Letter of Recommendation Requirements
General Information
We recommend that you include letters from:
Science or Math professors
Pharmacists
Supervisors
Co-Worker
Letters from family members or friends will not be accepted.
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED:
Co-Worker, Employer, Faculty Advisor, Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, Pre-Health Advisor, Professor of Liberal Arts, Science and Math, 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.
Health Professions Committee letters are accepted.
Composite evaluation similar to an Office of Professional and Graduate School Advising is accepted but must be accompanied by letters of evaluation from that institution. A LOR may be counted for each professor/advisor. Call (806) 414-9393 for clarification.
Are Composite Letters accepted?
Does it count as more than one LOR?
Conditionally Accepted
No
Interview Information
Interview Format:
Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Interview Dates:
Details:
Team-Based Learning Decision Making Exercise
One-on-one Behavioral interview with a faculty member and a current student
Tour of the campus including Sim Center, Anatomage tables, Sterile Products IV lab, and Compounding lab
Q&A with students
Curriculum Overview
Applying
Deadline
June 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? No
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? Yes
The College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (COPHS) produces quality health care professionals who are competent in health care delivery, including the provision of patient-centered care and other health care services and programs. The College prepares students to be leaders in their fields and to be good citizens who utilize their knowledge, skills and abilities to improve the health and well-being of local, state, national and global communities.
PharmD Program Highlights
Public Institution
No Baccalaureate Degree Required
$500 deposit to hold acceptance
Conducts interviews of applicants
Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
PCAT composite score Required Minimum 20
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
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
80
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
General Biology I & II w/lab
8/12
Human Anatomy and Physiology w/lab
4/6
Microbiology w/lab
4/6
General Chemistry I & II w/lab
8/12
Organic Chemistry I & II w/lab
8/12
Math – Statistics
3/5
Calculus
4/6
Physics I w/lab
4/6
Freshman English I & II
6/10
200 level Literature (sophomore level)
3/5
Public Speaking
3/5
Computer Science (Introduction to Computers)
3/5
Social and Behavioral Sciences
3/5
Fine Art
3/5
United States History I All students are required to have 6 hours of United States History
3/5
United States History II
3/5
Political Science I (Federal / American Government ) All students are required to have 6 hours of government
3/5
Political Science II (Texas Government )
3/5
Human Anatomy and Physiology II w/lab
4/6
Total
80
Letter of Recommendation Requirements
General Information
Applicants must have three letters of recommendation representing only one of the following areas:
Science
Math
Licensed registered pharmacist
Supervisor
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
Professor of Science and Math, Faculty Advisor, Pharmacist
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED:
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED: Employer, Health Care Professional, Pre-Health Advisor, Professor of Liberal Arts, Supervisor, Teaching Assistant
Note: please verify the institution-specific details regarding CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED LOR types.
Pre-Health Advisor
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, Friend, Family, Politician
Are Committee Letters accepted?
Yes
A Committee Letter is:
Not Accepted
Does it count as more than one LOR?
No
Details:
Are Composite Letters accepted?
Does it count as more than one LOR?
Not Accepted
No
Interview Information
Interview Format:
Individual applicants with one interviewer
Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Multiple applicants with one or more interviewers
Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI)
Interview Dates:
Details:
In order to be considered for an interview with our Admissions Committee, the:
Prospective student file must be verified by PharmCAS and the COPHS supplemental must be received with fee.
Applicant must meet criteria set by the Admissions and Academic Standards Committee to interview.
Prospective student will be notified by e-mail only to interview.
Applying
Deadline
May 2, 2022
General School Information
Program
Dual Degree Program? No
Part of an academic health center? No
Pharmacy observation hours required? No
Supplemental application requirement? Yes
Baccalaureate degree preferred for admissions? No
Follows the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? No
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No
The South College School of Pharmacy is located in Knoxville, Tennessee and offers a unique 3-year Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) curriculum, and is the only accelerated PharmD program in Tennessee.
Through this 3-year curriculum, we achieve our mission to prepare pharmacy students to be proficient practitioners who deliver team-oriented patient care, with advocacy and compassion, to diverse populations. We prepare student pharmacists to participate in team-oriented care through experiences in interprofessional education, including on-campus laboratory simulations with physician assistant and nursing students. The faculty is composed of recognized pharmacy professionals devoted to student success. The School of Pharmacy enjoys a diverse student body that contributes to understanding the needs of diverse populations.
The Knoxville Parkside Campus, home to the Doctor of Pharmacy program, is equipped with state-of-the-art classrooms and advanced instructional technology tools.
To learn more about the South College School of Pharmacy, please visit our website at https://www.south.edu/academics/programs/doctor-pharmacy/
PharmD Program Highlights
Private Institution
No Baccalaureate Degree Required
$200 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)
Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service
Location
Location: 400 Goody’s Lane, Suite 101 Knoxville, Tennessee 37922
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
69
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:
103.5
Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of the:
Spring 2019 term
Course Prerequisites Table
Course Title
Semester/Quarter Hours
General Biology I & II w/lab
8/12
Anatomy & Physiology I & II w/lab
8/12
General Chemistry I & II w/lab
8/12
Organic Chemistry I & II w/lab
8/12
Microbiology w/lab
4/6
Calculus
3/4.5
Statistics
3/4.5
English Composition I & II
6/9
Speech Communication
3/4.5
Economics
3/4.5
Humanities Elective 1, 2 & 3
9/13.5
Social/Behavioral Sciences Elective 1 & 2
6/9
Total
69/103.5
Letter of Recommendation Requirements
General Information
The South College School of Pharmacy strongly prefers three letters of recommendation. Two letters of recommendation are required. One letter must be submitted by the applicant’s pre-professional adviser at the college or university where the applicant completed the pre-pharmacy curriculum or by a faculty member who taught the applicant in the pre-pharmacy curriculum. It is preferred that one letter be submitted by a pharmacist who supervised the applicant in an employee or volunteer capacity. One letter may be submitted by any person chosen by the applicant, except that the letter may not be from a member of the applicant’s family, whether related by blood or marriage.
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
Professor of Science, Pre-Health Advisor
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED:
Pharmacist
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED: Employer, Health Care Professional, Teaching Assistant, 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:
Family, Friend
Are Committee Letters accepted?
Yes
A Committee Letter is:
Conditionally Accepted
Does it count as more than one LOR?
No
Details:
The South College School of Pharmacy will accept a committee letter as one letter of reference. If the committee letter is provided in part by an applicant’s pre-health or faculty advisor, it will meet the requirement for a letter from an advisor or science pre-requisite faculty member.
Are Composite Letters accepted?
Does it count as more than one LOR?
Conditionally Accepted
Yes
Interview Information
Interview Format:
Individual applicants with one interviewer
Interview Dates:
Details:
South College School of Pharmacy conducts small group interview days for invited applicants. For a portion of the interview day, applicants will have an individual interview with either one or two interviewers. More information regarding interviews can be found at https://www.south.edu/programs/doctor-pharmacy/admissions/.
Applying
Deadline
June 1, 2022
General School Information
Program
Dual Degree Program? No
Part of an academic health center? No
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
