Palm Beach Atlantic University

 

Palm Beach Atlantic University Quick Facts

Duration: 2-3 Years Courses: 66 Faculty: 27
Est. Applications: 321 Acceptance Rate: 15% Est. Class Size: 49

Program Description

Palm Beach Atlantic University is located in West Palm Beach, Florida.  The 25-acre campus is minutes from the Atlantic Ocean and beautiful south Florida beaches, and is situated on the Intracoastal Waterway.

The Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy at PBA started in 2001 and graduated its first Pharm.D. class in 2005. Accredited by ACPE, the Gregory School of Pharmacy admits 75 students annually so teaching and learning are personalized and interactive.  Community service, leadership opportunities, international and local medical mission trips are just some of the unique experiences pharmacy students at PBA experience.

The Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy exists to develop servant-leaders within the profession of pharmacy by following Christ’s example of serving, teaching, and healing those in need. Teaching is geared toward the primary purpose of preparing future pharmacists who excel in patient care and embrace the practice of pharmacy as a calling. The faculty strives to help all students, regardless of religious background, integrate their own spiritual beliefs into a value system that promotes the highest standards of character, compassion, and leadership.

PharmD Program Highlights

  • Private Institution
  • No Baccalaureate Required
  • $750 deposit to hold acceptance
  • Conducts interviews of applicants
  • Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
  • Required PCAT composite score
  • 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: 901 South Flagler Drive P.O. Box 24708, West Palm Beach, Florida 33416-4708

Acceptance Rate for Palm Beach Atlantic University

15%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 15%

School Demographics (2018)

Female: 57% Male: 43% Age: 18-61

Tuition

Tuition: $38,480 per year
Tuition Fee: $440 per year

Requirements

PCAT Score and G.P.A

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

 

Program Prerequisites
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 66
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 2020 term

Course Prerequisites Table

Course Title Semester/Quarter Hours
English (one course must be English composition) 6/8
Economics (Micro or Macro Economics preferred) 3/4
Public Speaking or Speech 3/4
Humanities 9/12
Statistics 3/4
Calculus 3/4
General Chemistry I and II w/lab 8/8
Organic Chemistry I and II w/lab 8/8
General Biology I and II w/lab 8/8
Anatomy and Physiology I and II w/lab 8/8
Microbiology w/lab 4/4
Biochemistry 3/4
Total 66

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

General Information
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED: Clergy, Employer, Faculty Advisor, Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, Pre-Health Advisor, Professor of Liberal Arts, Science and Math, 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, or 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? Recommended but Not Required

Interview Information

Interview Format: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Interview Dates:
Details: Candidates who have completed their PharmCAS application, and are selected for interviews will be contacted directly by Palm Beach Atlantic University. Interview Day experiences will include: An overview of PBA and the Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy, Student panel, interviews (teams consist of faculty, students, and preceptors), and Tours of the PBA campus and pharmacy building.

Applying

Deadline

June 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? 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

 

Contact Information

Website: https://learn-well.pba.edu/academics/pharmacy/admissions.html

Social Profiles

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/PBAUniversity/ Instagram @pbauniversity

Howard University

 

Howard University Quick Facts

Duration: 2-3 Years Courses: 79 Faculty: 31
Est. Applications: 340 Acceptance Rate: 26% Est. Class Size: 88

PharmD Program Highlights

  • Private Institution
  • Baccalaureate Not Required
  • $1000 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: 2300 Fourth Street, NW Washington, District of Columbia 20059

Acceptance Rate for Howard University

26%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 26%

School Demographics (2018)

Female: 67% Male: 33% Age: 18-61

Tuition

Tuition: $30,842 per year
Tuition Fee: $1,233 per year

Requirements

PCAT Score and G.P.A

Minimum GPA: 2.50 Average GPA: 2.50 Minimum PCAT: N/A

 

Program Prerequisites
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 79
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 57
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 132
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 10/15
General Biology 3/5-6
Organic Chemistry w/lab 10/15
Calculus 4/8
Physics w/lab 10/15
Speech 3/5
Humanities 6/10
Socio-Behavioral Sciences 6/10
General Electives 9/15
Anatomy/Physiology 18/16
Biochemistry 4/8
English 6/10-12
Total 79/132

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

General Information
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED: Faculty Advisor, Pharmacist, Professor of Science
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED: Clergy, Co-Worker, Employer, Health Care Professional, Pre-Health Advisor, Professor of Liberal Arts and Math, Supervisor, 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: Politician, Family, and Friend
Are Committee Letters accepted? Recommended but Not Required
A Committee Letter is: Recommended but Not Required
Does it count as more than one LOR?
Details:
Are Composite Letters accepted?

Interview Information

Interview Format: Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI)
Interview Dates:
Details: If the applicant meets all eligibility requirements and is considered to be competitive, they will then be contacted for an in-person interview. http://healthsciences.howard.edu/education/colleges/pharmacy/prospective-students

Applying

Deadline

March 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? No
Follows the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? No
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No

Howard School Tour Video

 

Contact Information

Website: http://www.pharmacy.howard.edu

Social Profiles

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hupharmacy/ Instagram @howardupharmacy

Regis University School of Pharmacy

 

Regis University School of Pharmacy Quick Facts

Duration: 2-3 Years Courses: 63 Faculty: 24
Est. Applications: 406 Acceptance Rate: 14% Est. Class Size: 55

Program Description

Our mission is to develop exceptional and socially responsible pharmacists. The student outcomes are reflected in our most recent board pass rates of 99% and the Class of 2019 residency match rate of 81%. Here’s why our students are excelling in board exams, residency programs, and the job market:

Small class sizes offer students more personalized attention

Cutting edge, integrated curriculum helps students prepare for the evolving practice of pharmacy

Team-based learning enhances critical thinking, collaboration and communication skills

Distinguished faculty provide unique research opportunities across many disciplines

Dual degree options help students specialize and stand out from the competition

Certificates & electives help students explore areas such as pharmacogenomics, data science, pharmaceutical industry and health informatics

Post-graduate residency programs offered through partnerships with a number of health systems and community pharmacies

Inter-professional learning experiences with medical, nursing and physical therapy students

Rotational experiences available at premier sites locally in Denver, nationally and internationally

PharmD Program Highlights

  • Private Institution
  • Baccalaureate Not Required
  • $500 deposit to hold acceptance
  • Conducts interviews of applicants
  • Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
  • PCAT composite score Not Required
  • Minimum One (1) Letters of Reference are required
  • No Utilizes the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
  • No Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service

 

Location

Location: 3333 Regis Boulevard, A-12 Denver, Colorado 80221

Acceptance Rate for Regis University School of Pharmacy

14%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 14%

School Demographics (2018)

Female: 62% Male: 38% Age: 18-61

Tuition

Tuition: $37,230 per year
Tuition Fee: $186 per yeat

Requirements

PCAT Score and G.P.A

Minimum GPA: N/A Average GPA: N/A Minimum PCAT: Not Required

 

Program Prerequisites
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 66
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 42
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 99
Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of the:
Spring 2019 term

Course Prerequisites Table

Course Title Semester/Quarter Hours
English Composition 1 3/4
Public Speaking / Speech Communications 3/4
Religious Studies – waived with completion of a Bachelor’s Degree 3/4
Economics 3/4
Social Science Electives – Psychology and Sociology recommended 6/9
One of the following biology classes with lab: Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Genetics & Genomics, Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or upper division equivalent 4/6
General Chemistry 1 w/lab 5/8
General Chemistry 2 w/lab 5/8
Organic Chemistry 1 w/lab 5/8
Organic Chemistry 2 w/lab 5/8
Human Anatomy 3/5
Human Physiology 3/5
Calculus I 4/6
General Biology 1 w/lab 4/6
General Biology 2 w/lab 4/6
General Electives – Philosophy is recommended 9/13
Total 66/99

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

General Information The letter of reference (LOR) needs to come from any of the following academic or professional references: professor, TA, academic advisor, supervisor, co-worker or pharmacist.  Any reference marking themselves as a friend, family, clergy or other personal reference will not be considered.
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED: Co-Worker, Employer, Faculty Advisor, Politician, Pre-Health Advisor, Teaching Assistant, Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, Professor of Liberal Arts, Math and Science, Supervisor
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED: Politician
Note: please verify the institution-specific details regarding CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED LOR types.
LOR types that are NOT ACCEPTED: Clergy, Family or Friend
Are Committee Letters accepted? Yes
A Committee Letter is: Conditionally Accepted
Does it count as more than one LOR? No
A composite Letter is: Conditionally Accepted
Does it count as more than one LOR? No

Interview Information

Interview Format: Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI)
Interview Dates:
Details: The interview day involves Multiple Mini Interviews, a written exercise, lunch with faculty and current students, a tour of campus and Pharmacy labs, and a Team-Based Learning exercise. For more information about the interview process, please visit http://www.regis.edu/pharmacy.

Applying

Deadline

March 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? 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

Pharmacy School Tour Video

Contact Information

Website: https://www.regis.edu/pharmacy

Social Profiles

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

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

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American University of Health Sciences

 

Chapman University Quick Facts

Duration: 2-3 Years Courses: 57 Faculty: 10
Est. Applications: 250 Acceptance Rate: 37% Est. Class Size: 87

AUHS School of Pharmacy offers a three (3) calendar-year accelerated Doctor of Pharmacy program. The curriculum fulfills recommendations provided by accreditation standards and professional guidelines including the ACPE Standards 2016, JCPP Pharmacists’ Patient Care Process, CAPE Educational Outcomes 2013, IPEC Core Competencies 2016 Update, and licensure examination content outlines. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the North American PharmacistLicensure Examination® (NAPLEX) to become a registered pharmacist (RPh).

The P1 didactic curriculum consists of foundational biomedical and pharmaceutical science courses and fundamental courses in social and administrative science

A substantive portion of the P2 didactic curriculum consists of the Integrated Pharmacotherapy course series.

In P3, students complete 36 weeks of Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs); six clerkships with each clerkship being six weeks.

 

PharmD Program Highlights

  • Private Institution
  • Baccalaureate Required or Preferred
  • $500 deposit to hold acceptance
  • Conducts interviews of applicants
  • Not Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
  • Not Requires PCAT but highly recommended
  • Minimum Three (3) Letters of Reference are required
  • Utilizes the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
  • Not Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service

 

Location

Location: 1600 East Hill Street, Signal Hill, California 90755

Acceptance Rate for American University of Health Sciences

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

School Demographics (2018)

Female: 62% Male: 38% Age: 18-61

Tuition

Tuition: $60,000 per year
Tuition Fee: $3503 per year

Requirements

PCAT Score and G.P.A

Minimum GPA: 2.5 Average GPA: 2.0 Minimum PCAT: Optional

 

Program Prerequisites
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 57
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 33
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 81
Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of the:
Spring 2019 term

Course Prerequisites Table

Course Title Semester/Quarter Hours
Chemistry II (inorganic) 8/12
Chemistry I (organic) 8/12
Biology I w/lab 8/12
Microbiology w/lab 3/4
Anatomy w/lab 3/4
Physiology w/lab 3/4
Statistics 3/4
Calculus 3/4
Principles of Economics (Macro OR Micro) 3/4
Humanities (Psychology or Sociology) 3/4
Public Speaking 3/4
English Composition 3/4
Humanities (Other humanities and social/behavioral sciences) 6/8
Total 57/80

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

General Information One letter of reference must be from a college/university instructor who taught you a course and one from a health care provider. The third can be from a college instructor, health care provider, or employer. References from friends and family are not accepted.
LOR types that are REQUIRED: Professor of Science, Health Care Professional, Employer, Liberal Arts, and Math
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED: Clergy, Faculty Advisor, Pharmacist, or Supervisor
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED:
Note: please verify the institution-specific details regarding CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED LOR types.
LOR types that are NOT ACCEPTED: Co-Worker, Family, Friend, Politician, Pre-Health Advisor, Teaching Assistant
Are Committee Letters accepted? Conditionally Accepted
A Committee Letter is:
Conditionally Accepted
Does it count as more than one LOR? No
Details: The committee letter should be from individuals that have known the applicant for more than one year either in an educational setting or professional setting such as working in a pharmacy
Are Composite Letters accepted? No

Interview Information

Interview Format: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Interview Dates:
September 2018 through April 2019
Details: Interviews can be scheduled on any of the weekdays. The interview day starts at 9 am and is expected to last up to three hours.   Interview day activities include an interview with faculty members, group activities, essay writing, and a campus tour.

Applying

Deadline

06/01/2022

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? Yes
Follows the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? No
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No

Pharmacy School Tour Video

 

Contact Information

Website: https://www.auhs.edu/academics/pharmacy/

Social Profiles

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

Chapman University School of Pharmacy

Chapman University Quick Facts

Duration: 2-3 Years Courses: 72 Faculty: 46
Est. Applications: 314 Acceptance Rate: 32% Est. Class Size: 99

The Chapman University School of Pharmacy (CUSP) trains student pharmacists and scientists to make a difference in people’s lives by improving human health in our local communities and around the world.

This is a year-round pharmacy program that includes three 15-week trimesters in year 1 (Fall, Spring, and Summer), three 15-week trimesters in year 2 (Fall, Spring, and Summer), and then the final two 15-week trimesters in year 3 (Fall & Spring). There is a 2-week break between each trimester. Students also get the entire week of Thanksgiving off in November.

PharmD Program Highlights

  • Private Institution
  • No Baccalaureate Required
  • $1000 deposit to hold acceptance
  • Conducts interviews of applicants
  • Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
  • Requires PCAT composite score of 50 or higher
  • 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: 9401 Jeronimo Rd, Ste 116, Irvine, CA 92618

Acceptance Rate for Chapman University

32%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 32%

School Demographics (2018)

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

Tuition

Tuition: $78,510 per year

Requirements

PCAT Score and G.P.A

Minimum GPA: 3.0 Average GPA: 3.3 Minimum PCAT: 50

 

Program Prerequisites
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 62
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 42
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 93
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 4/6
Human Physiology w/lab 4/6
Microbiology 3/5
Chemistry w/lab (General) 8/12
Organic Chemistry w/lab 8/12
Physics w/lab 4/6
Genetics or Molecular Biology 3/4
Calculus 3/4
Statistics 3/4
Psychology or Sociology 3/4
Economics (Micro or Macro) 3/4
Speech 3/4
English Composition 3/4
Electives (History, Political Science, Sociology, or Psychology preferred) 6/8
Human Anatomy with lab 4/6
Total 62/93

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

General Information
Two letters of reference required, however, students can submit up to four letters. One must be from a math or science professor*, and the second should be from a person who is knowledgeable of your character. A letter from a health care professional (pharmacist, nurse, physician, physician assistant, or dentist) is preferred for the second letter. If you currently work in a pharmacy, an additional letter from your supervisor is highly recommended.
*Note: Applicants who are no longer taking classes, at the time of their application, can request a waiver of the math/science professor LOR by emailing [email protected]. If approved, a different LOR can be submitted in its place. Two LORs are still required.
https://www.chapman.edu/pharmacy/admission.aspx
LOR types that are REQUIRED: Professor of Science and Math
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED: Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, or 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 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: Co-Worker, Family, Friend or Politician
Are Committee Letters accepted? Yes
A Committee Letter is:
Conditionally Accepted
Does it count as more than one LOR? No
Details:
Committee must include required and conditionally accepted types of members and specify the percentage of students such letters are provided for from a specified size class.
Are Composite Letters 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
Interview Dates:
September 2018 through April 2019
Details:
Interview day typically occurs on a Friday from 8 am to 1 pm. There will be two Saturday interview days available. One in the Fall and one in the Spring.
Interview days starts with a 30 minute information session, then a welcome from the Dean, and a 40 minute tour of the Rinker Health Science Campus.
After the tour students are broken up into two groups. One group does Interviews first, while the other group participates in the Group Session.
The interviews consist of interviews with faculty.
In the Group Session students are broken up into two groups to compete against each other in individual and group activities. The final activity is a group presentation.

Applying

Deadline

March 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? No
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No

Pharmacy School Tour Video

School Promo Video

 

Contact Information

Website: https://www.chapman.edu/pharmacy/

Social Profiles

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CUSchoolofPharmacy/ Instagram @chapmansciences