Sullivan University

Louisville, Kentucky $162,180 01-06-2027
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Duration 3
Acceptance Rate 26%
Tuition / yr $54,060
Min GPA None
Type Private
PCAT No
Early Assurance Yes
Dual Degree Yes
Bachelor's Required No

 

Sullivan University Quick Facts

Duration: 3-4 Years Courses: 72 Faculty: 38
Applications (Fall 2024): 115 Acceptance Rate: 26% Est. Class Size: 44

Program Description

Sullivan University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) degree program is an accelerated, three year, year-round course of study. Classes are conducted in each of 4 quarters with a two week break between quarters. Please refer to our website (https://sullivan.edu/college-of-pharmacy-and-health-sciences/ https://sullivan.edu/college-of-pharmacy-and-health-sciences/) for further information.

PharmD Program Highlights

  • Private Institution
  • No Baccalaureate Degree Required
  • $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)
  • Does not participate in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service

 

Location

Location: 2100 Gardiner Lane, Louisville, Kentucky 40205

Acceptance Rate for Sullivan University

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

NAPLEX Pass Rates

First-time NAPLEX pass rates for Sullivan University graduates, by graduation year, compared with the national average.

Graduation Year First-Time Pass Rate National Average
2025 84.6% 86.8%
2024 56.1% 75.9%
2023 68.4% 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: $54,060 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: No minimum Minimum Prerequisite GPA: No minimum Standardized Tests: Not required (PCAT discontinued)

 

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: 27
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 93

Course Prerequisites Table

Course Title Semester Hours
English Composition I 3/4.5
English Composition II 3/4.5
General Chemistry I with Lab 4/6
General Chemistry II with Lab 4/6
Organic Chemistry I with Lab 4/6
Organic Chemistry II with Lab 4/6
Elementary Calculus 3/4.5
General Biology with Lab 4/6
General Microbiology with Lab 4/6
Human Physiology with OR without Anatomy 3/4.5
Elementary Statistics 3/4.5
Public Speaking or Communications course 2/3
General Education Topics/ Electives (3 or 4 credit hour courses) 21/31.5
Total 62

Prerequisite Coursework Policies

Online coursework: Accepted for all prerequisite courses.

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: All pre-pharmacy courses must be completed by June 15, 2027

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

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

Accepted: Co-Worker, Employer, Faculty Advisor, Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, Pre-Health Advisor, Professor (Math), Professor (Science), Supervisor

Not Accepted: Family Member

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

We recommend at least one professional reference and one academic evaluation.

Interview Information

Interview Format: Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI), Other interview format

Online interview option: Yes

Admissions interviews will be conducted October through June of the application year. We offer in-person and virtual interview options. While our precise schedule varies, the interview day consists of three (3) evaluative components in which applicants will demonstrate their strengths for admission: Multiple Mini Interviews (MMIs), Team Activity, and Writing Assignment. The interview day is also an opportunity for applicants to learn more about Sullivan University’s Doctor of Pharmacy program. We want your interview experience to be exciting, informative, and memorable! Candidates will attend informational sessions, tour the college, and interact with program faculty, staff, and students.

More about the interview process

Applying

Deadline

June 1, 2027
First day of classes: July 5, 2027

General School Information

Program

Dual Degree Program? Yes
Part of an academic health center? No
Pharmacy observation hours required? Recommended, but not required
Supplemental application requirement? Yes
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: No
Applications accepted from: US Citizens, US Permanent Residents
Foreign transcript policy: Send a foreign transcript evaluation report (FTER) to PharmCAS
TOEFL required: Yes
If English is a second language, an eighty (80) TOEFL score may be required. It is the applicant’s responsibility to obtain necessary information and application forms, and to schedule and take the test by a date that will assure delivery of results to the university by required deadlines. TOEFL scores are only valid for two (2) years after the test date.

Contact Information

Website: https://sullivan.edu/college-of-pharmacy-and-health-sciences/
Social Profiles

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Sullivan University: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Sullivan University?

About 26% of applicants are admitted to Sullivan University’s PharmD program, in line with many competitive PharmD programs.

What is the tuition at Sullivan University?

Expect roughly $54,060 in first-year tuition regardless of residency, per the AACP’s most recent survey.

What GPA do you need to get into Sullivan University?

There is no published GPA cutoff at Sullivan University — coursework, experience, and interviews are weighed together.

When is the application deadline for Sullivan University?

For the 2026–27 cycle, Sullivan University’s final PharmCAS deadline is June 1, 2027.

Do you need a bachelor’s degree to get into Sullivan University?

A bachelor’s degree is not required; finishing the prerequisites is what counts at Sullivan University. The PharmD itself is an accelerated three-year, year-round program.

How do Sullivan University’s graduates do on the NAPLEX?

In 2025, the first-time NAPLEX pass rate was 84.6%, as reported by NABP.