Midwestern University – Glendale Campus

Midwestern University – Glendale Campus Quick Facts

Program Description

At Midwestern University’s College of Pharmacy–Glendale (CPG), students pursue the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree. Supported by a faculty member, small groups of students work together to complete projects and assignments and gain extensive clinical knowledge. Patient care experiences begin immediately and are integrated throughout the curriculum. The entire program requires a total of five years of coursework, the first two years at another college and the final three calendar years at CPG. Students complete, on a year-round basis, required courses, elective professional courses, and clinical/experiential education. The second and third professional years provide immersion in hands-on learning at diverse clinical rotation sites, emphasizing problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills. Settings include community pharmacies, hospitals, managed care facilities, physician offices, Indian Health Service programs, and other rural and urban sites in the growing Southwest region.

PharmD Program Highlights

• Private Institution
• Baccalaureate Preferred
• $200 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: 19555 N. 59th Ave Glendale, Arizona 85308

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Acceptance Rate for Midwestern University – Glendale Campus

30%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 30%

NAPLEX Pass Rates

First-time NAPLEX pass rates for Midwestern University – Glendale Campus 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. Branch campus locations: Glendale, AZ. Rates are reported by AACP at the institution level.

Requirements

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Prerequisite Coursework Policies

Online coursework: science courses with labs: Varies; science courses without labs: Yes; non-science courses: Yes.

Pass/fail grades: science courses with labs: Yes, but only if no letter grade option available; science courses without labs: Yes, but only if no letter grade option available; non-science courses: Yes, but only if no letter grade option available.

Completion timing: Matriculation occurs in June each year. All prerequisite coursework must be completed with grades of in the C range or better.

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

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

Recommended But Not Required: Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, Pre-Health Advisor, Professor (Science)

Accepted: Clergy, Co-Worker, Employer, Faculty Advisor, Professor (Any Subject Area), Professor (Liberal Arts), Professor (Math), Supervisor, Teaching Assistant

Not Accepted: Family Member

Committee letters: Recommended but not required (counts as more than one: No)

Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation from two professionals directly to PharmCAS. MWU will only accept letters received directly from PharmCAS. It is preferred that one letter be written by a college professor who has actually taught the applicant or a pre-health advisory committee, science professor, or a health professional who knows the applicant well. Please refer to the PharmCAS application instructions for specific guidelines and requirements for submitting letters of recommendation.

Interview Information

Interview Format: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers

Online interview option: Yes

Upon receipt from PharmCAS, the Admissions Committee (or their designee) review the application to determine the applicant’s interview eligibility. Interviews are conducted Sept-May. Candidates participate in an individual interview with faculty, students, and alumni or preceptors. The interview is used to evaluate verbal communication skills, understanding of pharmacy’s role in healthcare, commitment to patient care, and other elements as determined by faculty. The interview day also provides candidates with the opportunity to tour the MWU campus and learn more about our program, financial aid, student services, and facilities. Decisions are typically rendered within two weeks of interview.

More about the interview process

Applying

Deadline

May 3, 2027
First day of classes: June 1, 2027

General School Information

Program

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

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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: Send a foreign transcript evaluation report (FTER) to PharmCAS
TOEFL required: No

Contact Information

Website: https://www.midwestern.edu/programs_and_admission/az_pharmacy.html

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