Creighton University

Creighton University Quick Facts

Program Description

Creighton University is known for a long-standing tradition of excellence in the health sciences, as well as service, technological innovation, advancing health care professions, community outreach, professionalism, and clincial experience.

Our Pharm.D. program is no exception to this tradition. The Creighton Doctor of Pharmacy program was established in 1905.  In 2001, we started the Nation’s first distance pathway, allowing students who are unable to relocate to take the majority of their pharmacy coursework online (the only exception being labs taken for a few weeks the summer in which distance students travel to Omaha, and pharmacy practice clincial experiences that, much of the time, can be completed closer to home). We offer both a traditional campus pathway, as well as the distance option as described above.

The clincial settings for both distance and campus students are diverse and numerous.  We have over 1000 pre-established relationships with clinical sites accross the United States, and offer over 30 elective opportunities to chose from, including unique opportunities in Medication Therapy Management.  Please visit our website for more details at spahp.creighton.edu/admission.

PharmD Program Highlights

• Private Institution
• No Baccalaureate Degree Required
• $400 deposit to hold acceptance
• Conducts interviews of applicants
• Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
• Minimum Two (2) Letters of Reference are required
• Utilizes the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
• Does not participate in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service

Location

Location:2500 California Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska 68178

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Acceptance Rate for Creighton University

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

NAPLEX Pass Rates

First-time NAPLEX pass rates for Creighton University graduates, by graduation year, compared with the national average. Rates are reported by NABP at the institution level and cover all campuses and pathways.

Source: NABP, NAPLEX Passing Rates for 2023–2025 Graduates (March 2026). First-attempt pass rates. National average covers all graduates of ACPE-accredited programs.

Tuition

First professional year, 2022–23 academic year (most recent AACP tuition survey); later years may differ — confirm current rates with the school. Rates are reported by AACP at the institution level.

Requirements

GPA and Test Scores

Course Prerequisites Table

Prerequisite Coursework Policies

Online coursework: Accepted for all prerequisite courses. While online courses are accepted, it is highly recommended that students complete in-person laboratory coursework if available/possible.

Pass/fail grades: science courses with labs: Varies; science courses without labs: Varies; non-science courses: Varies. Please reach out to the Office of Admission at [email protected] to discussion specific pass/fail course grades.

Completion timing: All prerequisite coursework must be completed at a regionally accredited institution with a grade of C or better (C- is not accepted) by August 1st prior to program matriculation. International students planning to enroll under an F-1 visa are required to complete all prerequisite coursework by July 1st prior to program matriculation to ensure timely processing of Visa paper work.

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

Two (2) evaluations (letters of reference) are required.

Recommended But Not Required: Pharmacist, Professor (Any Subject Area), Professor (Liberal Arts), Professor (Math), Professor (Science)

Accepted: Co-Worker, Employer, Faculty Advisor, Health Care Professional, Politician, Pre-Health Advisor, Supervisor, Teaching Assistant

Not Accepted: Clergy, Family Member, Friend

Committee letters: Accepted (counts as more than one: No)

We prefer that one letter come from a college professor who can attest to your ability to enter a competitive professional program. Candidates with pharmacy experience (paid or unpaid) are highly encouraged to submit a letter from a pharmacist you have worked with/shadowed. If you have been out of school for some time, letters from a work setting can be helpful. Do not submit letters from family members of friends.

Interview Information

Interview Format: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers

Online interview option: Yes

Interviewees are required to be present for entire duration/agenda of the interview day, whether virtual or in person. Interview days consist of multiple information sessions, as well as a 25 minute interview. Either a pair of two faculty members or a pair of one faculty member and one alumnus will conduct the interview.

More about the interview process

Applying

Deadline

June 1, 2027
Priority application deadline: November 2, 2026
Candidates who apply by November 2, 2026 will receive priority scholarship consideration to help fund your education up to $80,000 across the span of the program. You will also have the advantage of confirming your interview date before anyone who does not meet this deadline.
First day of classes: August 16, 2027

General School Information

Program

Dual Degree Program? Yes
Part of an academic health center? Yes
Pharmacy observation hours required? Recommended, but not required
Supplemental application requirement? Varies
Baccalaureate degree preferred for admissions? Not Required
Follows the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? No
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No

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Additional Program Pathways

This school also offers the following PharmD entry routes and pathways (2027 application cycle):

• Creighton University – Distance Pathway — 4 years; online/distance; application deadline June 1, 2027

International Applicants

Foreign (non-U.S.) citizens considered: Yes
Applications accepted from: US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, US Temporary Residents, Canadian Citizens, Foreign (non-US) Citizens with a Visa, Foreign (non-US) Citizens, Other Non-Citizens (e.g. DACA Students)
Foreign transcript policy: Do not send any foreign transcript documentation. School only considers U.S. credentials. If you have completed your course prerequisites at a foreign institution, you may be ineligible for admission to these particular pharmacy programs.
TOEFL required: Yes
The TOEFL may be waived if a non-native English speaker has completed 2+ years of full-time college coursework at a regionally accredited college or university within the United States

Contact Information

Website: https://spahp.creighton.edu/future-students

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