Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Quick Facts

Program Description

The College of Pharmacy (COP) at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science uses a team-based educational model to prepare pharmacy students, along with their other health professional colleagues, to excel at providing patient-centered care. Our pharmacy students receive high-quality training through access to innovative technology both in the classroom setting and in our state-of-the-art pharmacy skills and simulation laboratories. The COP provides early clinical exposure to student pharmacists during their first year of study, and this commitment to progressive pharmacy practice continues throughout the curriculum at our vast array of experiential training sites. The College seeks students who display a strong commitment to the profession of pharmacy as well as the initiative and leadership qualities needed to thrive in Rosalind Franklin University’s team-based environment.

PharmD Program Highlights

• Private Institution
• Baccalaureate Degree Prefered
• $500 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)
• Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service

Location

Location:3333 Green Bay Road, North Chicago, Illinois 60064-3095

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Acceptance Rate for Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science

16%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 16%

NAPLEX Pass Rates

First-time NAPLEX pass rates for Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science graduates, by graduation year, compared with the national average.

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.

Requirements

GPA and Test Scores

Course Prerequisites Table

Prerequisite Coursework Policies

Online coursework: Accepted for all prerequisite courses.

Pass/fail grades: Accepted for all prerequisite courses.

Completion timing: Successful completion of the prerequisite courses are required for matriculation into the PharmD program. You may apply and gain admission with coursework in-progress.

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

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

Recommended But Not Required: Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, Professor (Any Subject Area)

Accepted: Clergy, Employer, Faculty Advisor, Politician, Pre-Health Advisor, Professor (Liberal Arts), Professor (Math), Professor (Science), Supervisor, Teaching Assistant

Not Accepted: Co-Worker, Family Member, Friend

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

Recommendations from a health care provider (e.g., pharmacist) that the applicant has worked with or shadowed are encouraged. Supervisor, Employer and Professor references are also acceptable. The submission of more than two references or a committee letter is acceptable and will be included in the review of applicants.

Interview Information

Interview Format: Individual applicants with one interviewer, Individual applicants with two or more interviewers

Online interview option: Yes

Virtual interview sessions are 2 hours and consist of a group introduction with other candidates, individual faculty interviews, “Meet the Dean” session, program and university overview, student and/or alumni panel, and self-paced career interest survey taken during brief “camera off” periods. In-person interview days vary in length (~3 hours) and consist of a class shadowing opportunity, program and university overview, “Meet the Dean” session, lunch and tour with PharmD students, and faculty interviews.

More about the interview process

Applying

Deadline

June 1, 2027
First day of classes: August 9, 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? No
Baccalaureate degree preferred for admissions? Preferred
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, Canadian Citizens, Foreign (non-US) Citizens with a Visa, Other Non-Citizens (e.g. DACA Students)
Foreign transcript policy: Send a foreign transcript evaluation report (FTER) to PharmCAS AND Send an original foreign transcript directly to the school
TOEFL required: Yes
For non-US citizens/permanent residents, may be waived at the University’s discretion for full-time students in a US college or university for at least two consecutive years or for those from countries in which English is the primary language.

Contact Information

Website: https://www.rosalindfranklin.edu/academics/college-of-pharmacy/

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