University of Mississippi

University of Mississippi Quick Facts

Program Description

The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy, founded in 1908, has consistently ranked in the top 20 of all pharmacy schools in the nation, and this year is ranked 6th among all pharmacy schools for research funding. Students spend the first two years of the professional degree program in Oxford, the third year at the University of Mississippi Medical Center campus in Jackson, and the final year in practice experiences in multiple states and international sites. The 2018 graduate pass rate on the NAPLEX was >95%, and tuition remains among the lowest of public schools and colleges of pharmacy. Each entering professional class consists of approximately 115 Regular Entry and Early Entry students. One of the distinctive benefits is that upon completion of the first year students receive the Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences. Completion of this degree with at least a 2.0 GPA is required for admission into the Doctor of Pharmacy degree program, which consists of an additional three years of study/practice experiences. Additional information can be found at http://pharmacy.olemiss.edu/professional/ http://pharmacy.olemiss.edu/professional/.

PharmD Program Highlights

• Public 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
• Does not utilize the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
• Does not participate in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service

Location

Location: 2P.O. Box 1848, University, Mississippi 38677

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Acceptance Rate for University of Mississippi

78%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 78%

NAPLEX Pass Rates

First-time NAPLEX pass rates for University of Mississippi 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: Jackson, MS.

Requirements

GPA and Test Scores

Course Prerequisites Table

Prerequisite Coursework Policies

Online coursework: science courses with labs: Varies; science courses without labs: Varies; non-science courses: Yes. For personalized guidance on the acceptance of prerequisite coursework, reach out to Lindsey Cooper at [email protected]. To explore current transfer course equivalencies, visit: https://olemiss.edu/departments/provost/registrar/transfer-equivalencies/

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 prerequisite coursework must be completed by May 30th for Fall 2027 admission.

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

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

Accepted: Clergy, Co-Worker, Employer, Faculty Advisor, Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, Politician, Pre-Health Advisor, Professor (Any Subject Area), Professor (Liberal Arts), Professor (Math), Professor (Science), Supervisor

Not Accepted: Family Member, Friend, Teaching Assistant

Committee letters: Not Accepted

Interview Information

Interview Format: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers

Online interview option: No

At The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy, we value the whole student, which is why an in-person interview is required for admission. Competitive applicants will be invited to interview after The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy receives their verified application. Each candidate completes a 15-minute interview with a faculty or staff member and a current pharmacy student. The interview helps assess academic readiness, communication skills, professionalism, and motivation for pursuing pharmacy. Interview evaluations are considered alongside GPA, resume, and other application materials as part of our holistic admissions review process.

More about the interview process

Applying

Deadline

March 1, 2027
Priority application deadline: December 1, 2026
First day of classes: August 23, 2027

General School Information

Program

Dual Degree Program? Yes
Part of an academic health center? Yes
Pharmacy observation hours required? No
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: 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: Do not send any foreign transcript documentation. School only considers U.S. credentials. If you have completed your course prerequisites at a foreign institution, you may be ineligible for admission to these particular pharmacy programs.
TOEFL required: No

Contact Information

Website: http://www.pharmacy.olemiss.edu/

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