Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences – Boston, MA

 

University Quick Facts

Duration: 0-6/7 Years Courses: Faculty: 78
Est. Applications: 1626 Acceptance Rate: 19% Est. Class Size: 301

Program Description

MCPHS University, formerly Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, is the oldest institution of higher education in the entire city of Boston and the second-oldest university of pharmacy in the United States. Since the University’s founding in 1823, MCPHS University has been on the cutting edge of innovation in healthcare education.The six-year accelerated Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program provides direct entry from high school and includes a two-year liberal arts and sciences phase followed by a four-year professional phase, ensuring that graduates are critical thinkers, capable professionals, and compassionate caregivers.

 

PharmD Program Highlights

  • Private Institution
  • No Baccalaureate Degree Required
  • $750 deposit to hold acceptance
  • Conducts interviews of applicants
  • Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
  • PCAT composite score not Required
  • Minimum One (1) Letters of Reference are required
  • No Utilizes the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
  • No Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service

 

Location

Location: 179 Longwood Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts 02115

Acceptance Rate for University

19%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 19%

School Demographics (2018)

Female: 63% Male: 37% Age: 18-61

Tuition

Tuition: $39,500 per year
Tuition Fee: $1,050 per year

Requirements

PCAT Score and G.P.A

Minimum GPA: 3.0 Average GPA: 3.0 Minimum PCAT: N/A

 

Program Prerequisites
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 0
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 0
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 0
Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of the:
Spring 2019 term

Course Prerequisites Table

Course Title Semester/Quarter Hours
Please visit our website for prerequisite information. https://www.mcphs.edu/academics/school-of-pharmacy/pharmacy/pharmacy-pharmd
Total

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

General Information
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED:
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED:
Note: please verify the institution specific details regarding CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED LOR types.

Pre-Health Adviser
Advisor must have 2+ years of familiarity with the applicant and have 10 plus years advising experience and limit the number of such LOR’s they deliver to a top specified percent of advisees.
LOR types that are NOT ACCEPTED:
Are Committee Letters accepted?
A Committee Letter is:
Does it count as more than one LOR?
Details:
Are Composite Letters accepted?

Does it count as more than one LOR?

  

 

Interview Information

Interview Format: Individual applicants with one interviewer
Multiple applicants with one or more interviewers
Interview Dates:
Details:

Applying

Deadline

June 1, 2022

General School Information

Program

Dual Degree Program? Yes
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

Pharmacy School Tour Video

 

Contact Information

Website: http://www.mcphs.edu

Social Profiles

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Western New England University

 

Western New England University Quick Facts

Duration: 4 Years Courses: 67 Faculty: 25
Est. Applications: 255 Acceptance Rate: 23% Est. Class Size: 59

Program Description

The Western New England University Doctor of Pharmacy program prepares entry-level practitioners to provide pharmacy care to an increasingly diverse patient population in a variety of practice environments. The program fosters critical thinking skills, embraces professionalism, and instills a commitment to life-long learning, community service, and leadership.

The WNE Doctor of Pharmacy program is a four year, 148 credit curriculum that includes both classroom instruction and hands-on (experiential) learning. With an incoming class size of 75, our low student-faculty ratio ensures students receive individualized attention. In the classroom, students engage in discussion and learn through integration and application of pharmaceutical, clinical and administrative sciences. Introductory pharmacy practice experiences and advanced pharmacy practice experiences provide a framework for learners to integrate classroom skills in a supervised environment early in the program and practice the skills in a more independent manner during the final year as they evolve into independent practitioners.

Visit our web pages for additional information:

http://www.wne.edu/pharmacy

PharmD Program Highlights

  • Private Institution
  • No Baccalaureate Degree Required
  • $750 deposit to hold acceptance
  • Conducts interviews of applicants
  • Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
  • PCAT composite score Not Required
  • Minimum Two (2) Letters of Reference are required
  • Utilizes the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
  • No Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service

 

Location

Location: 1215 Wilbraham Road, Springfield, Massachusetts 01119

Acceptance Rate for Western New England University

23%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 23%

School Demographics (2018)

Female: 63% Male: 37% Age: 18-61

Tuition

Tuition: $42,900 per year
Tuition Fee: $2,466 per year

Requirements

PCAT Score and G.P.A

Minimum GPA: 3.0 Average GPA: N/A Minimum PCAT: Optional

 

Program Prerequisites
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 67
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 40
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of the:
Spring 2019 term

Course Prerequisites Table

Course Title Semester/Quarter Hours
General Biology 1 w/lab 4
General Biology 2 w/lab 4
Calculus 3
Statistics 3
English Composition 1 3
English Composition 2 3
Economics 3
Psychology 3
Public Speaking 3
Ethics 3
Social Science Elective OR Public/Population-based Health 3
Human Anatomy and Physiology 1 w/lab 4
Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 w/lab 4
General Chemistry 1 w/lab 4
General Chemistry 2 w/lab 4
Organic Chemistry 1 w/lab 4
Organic Chemistry 2 w/lab 4
Microbiology w/lab 4
Physics w/lab 4
Total 67

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

General Information Two letters of reference are required but additional recommendations up to four will be considered:

One letter must be from a professor, preferably from within a science discipline, We would prefer the second letter to come from a health care practitioner, preferrably a pharmacist, however this is not required.
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED: Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, Pre-Health Advisor, Supervisor, Professor of Science, Liberal Arts and Math
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED:
Note: please verify the institution specific details regarding CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED LOR types.

Pre-Health Adviser
Advisor must have 2+ years of familiarity with the applicant and have 10 plus years advising experience and limit the number of such LOR’s they deliver to a top specified percent of advisees.
LOR types that are NOT ACCEPTED: Family or Friend
Are Committee Letters accepted? Yes
A Committee Letter is: Conditionally Accepted
Does it count as more than one LOR? No
Details: A Committee Letter is acceptable, but only counts as one letter.
Are Composite Letters accepted?

Does it count as more than one LOR?

 Conditionally Accepted

No

Interview Information

Interview Format: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Interview Dates:
Details: Sample Interview Day Schedule:

  • Program Overview
  • Tour of facitlities
  • Writing sample
  • Interview with faculty members and/or alumni

Applicants can expect to be on campus for approximately 4 hours and are responsible for arranging accommodations and travel to campus.
If an applicant is traveling from a distance and is unable to travel to campus for an interview, they may be offered the opportunity to interview via online conference call for an additional fee if requested.

Applying

Deadline

March 1, 2022

General School Information

Program

Dual Degree Program? Yes
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

Pharmacy School Tour Video

University Tour Video

 

Contact Information

Website: http://www.wne.edu/pharmacy

Social Profiles

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Northeastern University (PharmD only)

 

Northeastern University Quick Facts

Duration: 4 Years Courses: Faculty: 46
Est. Applications: 1089 Acceptance Rate: 11% Est. Class Size: 116

Program Description

Northeastern’s PharmD offers the personal attention of a small program, backed by the resources of a top research university. http://www.northeastern.edu/bouve/PharmD“>http://www.northeastern.edu/bouve/PharmD

Northeastern Advantage

CO-OP = MORE EXPERIENCE: We are the only US school of pharmacy with a cooperative education (co-op) program. Students complete 2 full-time, 4-month, paid co-op experiences providing more than 4 times the number of IPPE hours as compared to most PharmD programs

PARTNERSHIPS: Co-op is rooted in our proximity to Boston’s top-ranked institutions. Clinical affiliations include three medical schools, world-renowned hospitals, research facilities, community pharmacies, biotech, & private healthcare. Northeastern also offers a variety of post-PharmD research fellowships with innovative industry partners. https://bouve.northeastern.edu/pharmacy/fellowships/“>https://bouve.northeastern.edu/pharmacy/fellowships/

RESEARCH: ranked #1 in the nation among private schools of pharmacy in NIH funding

SUCCESS: Placement in residencies/fellowships, passing the NAPLEX, securing employment, pursuing advanced degrees: our students succeed, with 95% employed or in post-graduate training within 6 months: https://bouve.northeastern.edu/pharmacy/quality-indicators/“>https://bouve.northeastern.edu/pharmacy/quality-indicators/

PharmD Program Highlights

  • Private Institution
  • Baccalaureate Degree Required
  • $500 deposit to hold acceptance
  • Conducts interviews of applicants
  • Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
  • PCAT composite score Not Required
  • Minimum Two (2) Letters of Reference are required
  • No Utilizes the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
  • No Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service

 

Location

Location: 360 Huntington Avenue, Mailstop R218 TF Boston, Massachusetts 02115

Acceptance Rate for Northeastern University

11%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 11%

School Demographics (2018)

Female: 70% Male: 30% Age: 18-61

Tuition

Tuition: $52,420 per year
Tuition Fee: $807 per year

Requirements

PCAT Score and G.P.A

Minimum GPA: 2.00 Average GPA: 2.70 Minimum PCAT: Optional

 

Program Prerequisites
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 35
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of the:
Spring 2019 term

Course Prerequisites Table

Course Title Semester/Quarter Hours
General Biology I 3/4.5
General Biology II w/lab 4/6
General Chemistry I 3/4.5
General Chemistry II w/lab 4/6
Physics 3/4.5
Organic Chemistry I w/lab 4/6
Organic Chemistry II w/lab 4/6
Biochemistry 3/4.5
Calculus or Statistics 3/4.5
Human Physiology I 3/4.5
Human Physiology I with Lab (see note below for details) 4/6
Total

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

General Information Letters of reference must be received from two different individuals.

Letters from family members, friends, or individuals who provide healthcare to the applicant are not accepted.
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED: Employer, Faculty Advisor, Pharmacist, Pre-Health Advisor, Supervisor, Professor of Science, Liberal Arts and Math,
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED: Health Care Professional
Note: please verify the institution specific details regarding CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED LOR types.

Pre-Health Adviser
Advisor must have 2+ years of familiarity with the applicant and have 10 plus years advising experience and limit the number of such LOR’s they deliver to a top specified percent of advisees.
LOR types that are NOT ACCEPTED: Clergy, Co-Worker, Family, Friend, Politician, Teaching Assistant
Are Committee Letters accepted? No
A Committee Letter is: Not Accepted
Does it count as more than one LOR? No
Details:
Are Composite Letters accepted?

Does it count as more than one LOR?

 Not Accepted

No

Interview Information

Interview Format: Individual applicants with one interviewer
Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI)
Interview Dates:
Details: Qualified PharmCAS applicants will be contacted to schedule interview times. In-person interviews are a required component of the application process. Exceptions are not made for this requirement.

Interview days will include an overview of the program, meetings with faculty, and Multiple Mini Interviews.  You will have an opportunity to meet with student ambassadors to ask questions.  Co-op is a unique feature of the Northeastern PharmD program, and you will have an opportunity to hear first-hand about the amazing experiential education available.

Applying

Deadline

June 1, 2022

General School Information

Program

Dual Degree Program? Yes
Part of an academic health center? No
Pharmacy observation hours required? No
Supplemental application requirement? No
Baccalaureate degree preferred for admissions? Yes
Follows the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? No
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No

Pharmacy School Tour Video

 

Contact Information

Website: https://bouve.northeastern.edu/pharmacy/programs/pharmd/

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Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences – Manchester, NH

 

University Quick Facts

Duration: 3-4 Years Courses: 39 Faculty: 50
Est. Applications: 1266 Acceptance Rate: 19% Est. Class Size: 244

Program Description

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) provides a unique academic environment to guide and support students toward successful, sustainable careers and leadership in health care. MCPHS is a private independent institution with a long and distinguished history of specializing in health sciences education. For students who aspire to become practicing pharmacists and have completed their pre-professional coursework at a regionally accredited college or university, this is a fall start, year-round, full-time, 34-month program (2 years of classroom instruction, 10 months of advanced rotations) which provides an intensive professional course of study leading to the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree.  Sophisticated technology and interactive videoconferencing are utilized to deliver the core courses and some electives between the Worcester, MA and Manchester, NH PharmD courses.

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences School of Pharmacy-Worcester/Manchester is one of only a handful of institutions in the country that offers this type of accelerated PharmD program. We have professional pharmacy practice laboratories with leading-edge equipment and technology. The program educates students to become critical thinkers and responsible health care professionals. MCPHS offers a Postgraduate Training Certificate of Achievement which is a focused area of study that is available for students interested in pursuing residency or fellowship training after graduation. Graduates are eligible to sit for board examinations and become licensed pharmacists.

PLEASE NOTE – APPLICANTS CAN ONLY APPLY TO 1 MCPHS CAMPUS.  PLEASE CHOOSE EITHER OUR WORCESTER, MA, MANCHESTER, NH, OR BOSTON, MA (NON-ACCELERATED) CAMPUS WHEN APPLYING.

PharmD Program Highlights

  • Private Institution
  • No Baccalaureate Degree Required
  • $750 deposit to hold acceptance
  • Conducts interviews of applicants
  • Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
  • PCAT composite score Not Required
  • Minimum One (1) Letters of Reference are required
  • No Utilizes the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
  • No Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service

 

Location

Location:1260 Elm Street, Manchester, New Hampshire 03101

Acceptance Rate for University

19%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 19%

School Demographics (2018)

Female: 59% Male: 41% Age: 18-61

Tuition

Tuition: $53,100 per year
Tuition Fee: $1,275 per year

Requirements

PCAT Score and G.P.A

Minimum GPA: 2.70 Average GPA: 2.70 Minimum PCAT: Optional

 

Program Prerequisites
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 39
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 30
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 56
Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of the:
Spring 2019 term

Course Prerequisites Table

Course Title Semester/Quarter Hours
General Biology I 4/6
General Biology II w/lab 4/6
Microbiology 3/4
General Chemistry I w/lab 4/6
General Chemistry II w/lab 4/6
Organic Chemistry I w/lab 4/6
Organic Chemistry II w/lab 4/6
Physics w/lab 3/4
Calculus 3/4
Statistics 3/4
Math or Computer Science Elective 3/4
English Composition* 3/4.5
English Elective* 3/4.5
Psychology* 3/4
Sociology* 3/4
History or Political Science* 3/4
Economics* 3/4
Humanities Elective* 3/4
Social Science Elective* 3/4
Behavioral Science Elective* 3/4
Total 39/56

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

General Information One (1) letter of recommendation is required and must be received before verified application is reviewed by admission committee. An academic reference and/or a professional/healthcare reference is preferred by the admission committee.
LOR types that are REQUIRED:
LOR types that are RECOMMENDED:
LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED:
Note: please verify the institution specific details regarding CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED LOR types.

Pre-Health Adviser
Advisor must have 2+ years of familiarity with the applicant and have 10 plus years advising experience and limit the number of such LOR’s they deliver to a top specified percent of advisees.
LOR types that are NOT ACCEPTED:
Are Committee Letters accepted?
A Committee Letter is:
Does it count as more than one LOR?
Details:
Are Composite Letters accepted?

Does it count as more than one LOR?

  

 

Interview Information

Interview Format: Individual applicants with one interviewer
Interview Dates:
Details: Selected candidates are invited interview on a rolling basis beginning early fall. All candidates are required to complete an writing sample during the interview and should expect to be available for approximately two hours.

Applying

Deadline

June 1, 2022

General School Information

Program

Dual Degree Program? Yes
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

School Tour Video

 

Contact Information

Website: https://www.mcphs.edu/academics/school-of-pharmacy/pharmacy/pharmacy-pharmd-accelerated

Social Profiles

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