University of Georgia

University of Georgia Quick Facts

Program Description

As the largest and only public College of Pharmacy in the state of Georgia, we provide a top-quality education for an affordable price. We have developed a four-year, comprehensive, and diverse PharmD curriculum designed to train pharmacists who wish to practice at the top of their profession. The College is committed to assuring that its graduates are ready to practice as effective members of interdisciplinary health care teams.

Several factors set our program apart from others:

• PharmD/MBA or PharmD/MPH dual degree programs
• Certificate program in Pharmacy Entrepreneurship
• 95% first-time pass rate for the NAPLEX licensing exam
• 72% match rate for PGY1 residencies
• More than $240,000 in scholarships
• Numerous research opportunities
• More than 17 pharmacy student organizations, which provide students with leadership opportunities and professional development
• Access to support services, including academic support and student success; career development; and health, wellness, and counseling

Complete information on the Pharm.D. program, as well as graduate and residency programs offered within the College of Pharmacy, can be found at https://rx.uga.edu/.

PharmD Program Highlights

• Public Institution
• No Baccalaureate 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: 250 W Green St. Athens, Georgia 30602

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Acceptance Rate for University of Georgia

35%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 35%

NAPLEX Pass Rates

First-time NAPLEX pass rates for University of Georgia 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. Branch campus locations: August, GA
Albany, GA
Savannah, GA.

Requirements

GPA and Test Scores

Course Prerequisites Table

Prerequisite Coursework Policies

Online coursework: Accepted for all prerequisite courses.

Pass/fail grades: Not accepted.

Completion timing: Applicants are eligible to apply if they have completed at least half of the required credit hours (35 hours), with a plan to complete the remaining courses prior to matriculation. Applicants should complete all required coursework prior to matriculation, however only two prerequisite courses may be taken after the spring semester (e.g., in Maymester or summer semester). Applicants needing to complete more than two courses of any type after the spring semester may not be offered admission.

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

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

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

Conditionally Accepted: Co-Worker, Employer, Faculty Advisor, Pre-Health Advisor, Supervisor, Teaching Assistant

Not Accepted: Clergy, Family Member, Friend, Politician

Committee letters: Conditionally accepted (counts as more than one: No)

Two letters of recommendation are required and a maximum of four letters may be submitted. It is highly preferred that one recommender be someone very familiar with the applicant’s academic background as a result of teaching the applicant at the college level. The second recommendation should be from a healthcare professional, preferably a pharmacist mentor/supervisor, familiar with the applicant’s interest in and suitability for a career in pharmacy. However, letters of recommendation from other sources are conditionally accepted. Letters must be sent directly to PharmCAS; letters sent to the University of Georgia College of Pharmacy will not be accepted.

Interview Information

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

Online interview option: Yes

Qualified applicants will be invited for an interview on a rolling basis until the class is filled. Candidates invited for interviews will meet with members of the Admissions Committee, faculty, staff, and currently enrolled Pharm.D. students. During the interview, students may be asked to discuss their academic background, reasons for selecting pharmacy as a profession, plans upon graduation, work experience, leadership experience, and extracurricular activities. Verbal and written communication skills also will be evaluated. Admissions interviews may be conducted in person or virtually.

Applying

Deadline

February 1, 2027
Priority application deadline: December 1, 2026
Applicants who submit both their PharmCAS and University of Georgia College of Pharmacy Supplemental Applications by December 1, 2026 will be eligible to waive their University of Georgia College of Pharmacy Supplemental Application fee ($55), and will be given priority consideration for both scholarship consideration and 2+2 campus preferences.
First day of classes: August 16, 2027
Application fee: $55.00

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

Contact Information

Website: http://www.rx.uga.edu

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