University of Puerto Rico Quick Facts
| Duration: 3-4 Years | Courses: 75 | Faculty: 33 |
| Est. Applications: 96 | Acceptance Rate: 49% | Est. Class Size: 47 |
Program Description
The Doctor of Pharmacy Program (Pharm.D.) is approved by the Puerto Rico Council on Higher Education (PRCHE), and has been granted full accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), the accreditation agency of professional programs in pharmacy. The University of Puerto Rico, School of Pharmacy – Doctor of Pharmacy Program (Pharm.D.) is structured in four academic years in order to ensure the achievement of the abilities necessary to become a generalist practitioner who renders pharmaceutical care. The goals of the program are: 1. To foster the integral formation of students by developing their general and professional abilities along the curriculum. 2. To foster the integration of knowledge based on professional practice experience in a systematic ability-based curriculum which incorporates the following areas: biomedical sciences; pharmaceutical sciences; behavioral, social, and administrative pharmacy sciences; pharmacy practice; and general education. 3. To prepare competent pharmacists to enter the practice of the profession in different settings. For more information visit our school website at: http://farmacia.rcm.upr.edu
PharmD Program Highlights
- Public Institution
- No Baccalaureate Degree Required
- $1000 deposit to hold acceptance
- Conducts interviews of applicants
- No Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
- PCAT composite score Required
- Minimum Three (3) Letters of Reference are required
- Utilizes the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
- No Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service
Location
Location: PO Box 365067 San Juan, Puerto Rico 00936-5067
Acceptance Rate for University of Puerto Rico
49%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 49%
School Demographics (2018)
| Female: 70% | Male: 30% | Age: 18-61 |
Tuition
| Tuition (In-State): | $12,500 | per year |
| Tuition (Out-State): | $25,000 | per year |
| Tuition Fee: | $3,376 | per year |
Requirements
PCAT Score and G.P.A
| Minimum GPA: 2.75 | Average GPA: 2.75 | Minimum PCAT: N/A |
| Program Prerequisites | |
| Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: | 75 |
| Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: | 47 |
| 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
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Course Prerequisites Table
| Course Title | Semester/Quarter Hours |
| English | 6 |
| Spanish | 6 |
| English or Spanish | 3 |
| Humanities: Introduction to Western Culture | 6 |
| Social Sciences | 6 |
| Pre-Calculus | 4 |
| Calculus I | 4 |
| General Chemistry | 8 |
| Organic Chemistry | 8 |
| General Biology | 6 |
| General Physics w/Lab | 8 |
| General Psychology | 3 |
| Introduction to Economics | 3 |
| Anatomy and Physiology | 4/8 |
| Total | 75 |
Letter of Recommendation Requirements
| General Information | |
| LOR types that are REQUIRED: | Professor of Science and Math |
| LOR types that are RECOMMENDED: | Faculty Advisor, Health Care Professional, Pharmacist, Professor of Liberal Arts |
| LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED: | |
| Note: please verify the institution specific details regarding CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED LOR types.
Pre-Health Adviser |
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| LOR types that are NOT ACCEPTED: | Co-Worker, Employer, Pre-Health Advisor, Clergy, Friend, Family, Politician, Supervisor, Teaching Assistant |
| Are Committee Letters accepted? | No |
| A Committee Letter is: | Not Accepted |
| Does it count as more than one LOR? | |
| Details: | |
| Are Composite Letters accepted?
Does it count as more than one LOR? |
Not Accepted
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Interview Information
| Interview Format: | Individual applicants with two or more interviewers |
| Interview Dates: | |
| Details: | If the candidate is pre-selected, a personal interview will be required by the Admissions Committee. The interviews are conducted by at least two (2) faculty members. Effective oral communication are among the aspects that are considered during the applicant’s interview. Evidence of candidate’s extracurricular activites such as research, work, community service and student organizations membership will be requested during the interview process. Command of the Spanish and English languages is required. |
Applying
Deadline
December 1, 2021
General School Information
Program
Dual Degree Program? No
Part of an academic health center? Yes
Pharmacy observation hours required? No
Supplemental application requirement? Yes
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
Contact Information
Website: http://farmacia.rcm.upr.edu
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