St. John’s University Quick Facts
| Duration: 0-6/7Â Years | Courses: 0 | Faculty: 109 |
| Applications (Fall 2024): 557 | Acceptance Rate: 21% | Est. Class Size: 160 |
Program Description
Well-trained pharmacists are always in demand. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, positions for pharmacists will rise 17 percent by 2018. This growth is fueled by the increasing use of prescription drugs by an aging population; scientific advances leading to the introduction of new drugs; and pharmacists’ growing involvement in patient care.
If you’re interested in a rewarding career as a pharmacist, discover the entry-level Doctor of Pharmacy Degree Program (Pharm.D.) at St. John’s University. Offered by our College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences — one of the leading schools of its kind — the program is designed to provide students with the clinical and academic skills and knowledge needed to deliver outstanding patient care in all pharmacy settings.
Students begin with the analytical and communications skills made possible by a broad liberal arts foundation. This is combined with pharmacy coursework, introduced early in the program. In their final four years, students gain an intensive foundation in the basic and applied pharmaceutical and clinical sciences.
In keeping with the metropolitan, Catholic and Vincentian mission of the University, students gain first-hand clinical experience serving diverse, often needy communities at more than 200 sites throughout the New York area.
In addressing our Global mission, pharmacy students can participate in the University’s Discover the World – Pharmacy program in either the second or sixth year of the program.
PharmD Program Highlights
- Private Institution
- No Baccalaureate Degree Required
- $400 deposit to hold acceptance
- Conducts interviews of applicants
- Does not participate in Early Decision Program (EDP)
- Minimum Two (2) Letters of Reference are required
- Does not utilize the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
- Does not participate in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service
Location
Location:Â 8000 Utopia Parkway, Queens, New York 11439
Interactive mapAcceptance Rate for St. John’s University
21%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 21%
NAPLEX Pass Rates
First-time NAPLEX pass rates for St. John’s University graduates, by graduation year, compared with the national average.
| Graduation Year | First-Time Pass Rate | National Average |
| 2025 | 90.2% | 86.8% |
| 2024 | 69.8% | 75.9% |
| 2023 | 71.0% | 76.4% |
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
| Tuition: | $52,934 | per year |
| Mandatory Fees: | $1,350 | per year |
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
| Minimum GPA: 85% | Average GPA: N/A | Standardized Tests: Not required (PCAT discontinued) |
| Program Prerequisites |
Course Prerequisites Table
| Course Title | Semester/Quarter Hours |
| N/A | |
| Total | 0 |
Prerequisite Coursework Policies
Online coursework: science courses with labs: No; science courses without labs: Varies; non-science courses: Yes. All courses are taken within the University.
Pass/fail grades: Not accepted. Students can only utilize a pass/fail option if the course is created as a pass/fail course.
Completion timing: Not Applicable as a 0-6 program
Letter of Recommendation Requirements
| General Information | Two letters of reference are required. One letter must be from a high school science or math teacher. |
| LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED: | |
| Note: please verify the institution specific details regarding CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED LOR types.
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Interview Information
| Details: | Interviews to the professional years of the program are held during the spring semester of second year. All students complete a 30 minute in person interview with two faculty members or preceptors. Interviews are scheduled by the Office of the Dean during two weeks in April of the second year. |
Applying
Deadline
First day of classes: September 2, 2026This school does not admit through PharmCAS — apply directly and check its website for current deadlines.
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
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 an original foreign transcript directly to the school
TOEFL required: No
Contact Information
Website:Â http://www.stjohns.edu/pharmacy
Social Profiles
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St. John’s University: Frequently Asked Questions
How hard is it to get into St. John’s University?
St. John’s University accepts roughly 21% of PharmD applicants, in line with many competitive PharmD programs.
What is the tuition at St. John’s University?
First-year tuition runs about $52,934 for all students (2022–23 AACP survey), before fees and living costs.
What GPA do you need to get into St. John’s University?
There is no published GPA cutoff at St. John’s University — coursework, experience, and interviews are weighed together.
What is St. John’s University’s PharmCAS deadline?
For the 2026–27 cycle, St. John’s University’s final PharmCAS deadline is We are not a participating PharmCAS institution. A priority deadline of We are not a participating PharmCAS institution offers earlier review.
Do you need a bachelor’s degree to get into St. John’s University?
A bachelor’s degree is not required; finishing the prerequisites is what counts at St. John’s University. The school also offers a direct-entry pathway straight from high school.
What is St. John’s University’s NAPLEX pass rate?
In 2025, the first-time NAPLEX pass rate was 90.2%, as reported by NABP.