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Application Process

Application Steps

Step 1: Schedule an appointment to discuss your competitiveness (optional step)
Step 2: Complete and submit a PharmCAS Application with all supplemental materials
Step 3: After submission, the preliminary review of application begins
Step 4: Based on preliminary review, interview offers are extended
Step 5: Qualified applicants will be invited to complete the interview and supplemental application process
Step 6: Admissions decisions are made and sent to applicants

Application timeline

  • July 11, 2024

  • Sept. 25, 2024

  • Late September / Early October 2024

  • Nov. 1, 2024*

  • May 1, 2025**

*Applying by this deadline is recommended for most students as there are more seats and more scholarship dollars available at this point in the cycle.

**Applications can be submitted before prerequisites are completed, letters of recommendation are submitted, or transcripts are added. However, doing so might delay verification of your application. Schedule an appointment with an admissions representative if you have specific questions or concerns regarding this.

Application Requirements

  • Complete PharmCAS online application with the following components
    • Official Transcript(s)
    • Personal Statement
    • Three Letters of Recommendation

One letter should be from a faculty member, employer and health care professional. If you are unable to secure a recommendation from a health care professional or employer, a letter from a faculty member or volunteer coordinator is acceptable.

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