PharmCAS School Page

Admissions
11262 Campus Street
West Hall 1301
Loma Linda, CA
92350
Phone: 909–558–1300

Email: Admissions.sp@llu.edu
Website: pharmacy.llu.edu

Application and Transcript Deadline: November 1, 2010

• ACPE accreditation status: Full Accreditation Status
• Public or Private Institution: Private
• Part of an academic health center? Yes
• Special Programs Offered: N/A
• Open House Dates: N/A
• Early Decision Program (EDP)? No

• Estimated number interviewed for fall 2010 Entering Class:
215

• Estimated number accepted:
N/A

• Estimated fall 2010 entering class size including early assurance & transfer seats:
75

• Estimated number of early assurance students advancing to the professional program:
0

• Estimated number of transfer applicants accepted:
0

• Estimated number of out-of-state applicants accepted:
N/A

• Estimated percent of males in 2010 Entering Class:
40%

• Estimated percent of females in 2010 Entering Class:
60%

• Estimated average GPA of accepted students:
3.59

• Number of IN-STATE seats available for fall 2011 Entering Class:
N/A

• Number of OUT-OF-STATE seats available for fall 2011 Entering Class:
N/A

• Number of TRANSFER seats available for fall 2011 Entering Class:
N/A

• Minimum overall GPA considered (if applicable):
2.75 (3.00 preferred)

• Minimum prerequisite GPA considered (if applicable):
2.75 (3.00 preferred)

• Minimum composite PCAT score considered (enter N/A if not required):
N/A

Number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
78

Number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
117

Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of:
Spring 2011 term

Course Title	Semester Hours	Quarter Hours
General Biology with lab	8	12
General Chemistry with Lab	8	12
Organic Chemistry with Lab	8	12
General Physics with Lab	8	12
Biochemistry	3	4
Microbiology	3	4
Calculus	4	6
Human Anatomy	3	4
Speech Communication	3	4
Economics (macro or micro)	3	4
General Psychology	3	4
Additional Requirements for Students without a Bachelor's Degree
Humanities/Fine Arts	12	18
Social & Behavioral Sciences	6	12
English Composition	6	9
Total

Other clarifying information:

Prerequisites must be taken at an accredited two-year or four-year institution.
Prerequisites must be completed with letter grade of ‘C’ or better.
Pass/No Pass courses will not be accepted to fulfill prerequisites.

For a course to be acceptable in fulfilling the prerequisites, it must be at the level of those required for a major in the field. Introductory courses in the sciences are not accepted. The science sequences must be completed with the full sequence of courses offered at your institution. Final determination of acceptability of course as prerequisites resides with the School of Pharmacy Admissions Committee in conjunction with the Loma Linda University Registrar.

Please visit http://www.llu.edu/llu/sps/spadmissionreq.html for more information.

Supplemental Application
• Supplemental Application? Yes
• Supplemental Deadline: 30 days after receiving the Supplemental Application Invitation E-mail from LLUSP.
• Postmarked or Received by deadline: Received by the deadline
• Supplemental Application fee: $75
• Details to obtain Supplemental Application: An e-mail invitation for the Supplemental Application will be sent with the link for the LLUSP application site and directions on how to complete the application after PharmCAS has verified documents and forwarded them to Loma Linda University.

Tests
• Require the PCAT? No; PCAT is NOT Required
• Other test details:
• The Oldest PCAT considered:
• Is the TOEFL - TSE required? Yes
• If TOEFL / TSE is required, please state circumstances for which the test is required. Regardless of nationality or citizenship, an applicant whose native language is not English or whose secondary education has been given outside the U.S. is required to pass a test of English proficiency. Minimum scores required include: Internet Based- 80; Computer Based-213.
• Does your institution require other tests or credentials? If so, please list them. NO
• Is pharmacy-related experience required? Not required but highly recommended

Residency
• Is proof of State Residency required? No
• Other information required for proof of state residency
• Is preference given to state residents? No
• Is preference given to residents of other states? If yes, please list them. No
• If preference is given to residents of other states, please list the state abbreviations in the space provided.
• Does your institution require proof of U.S. residency? Yes
• Does your institution consider foreign citizens? Yes
• Does your institution consider U.S. permanent residents? Yes
• Does your institution consider Canadian citizens? Yes

Foreign Coursework
• Select one of three options for international coursework. This does not apply to Study Abroad programs. Original Foreign Transcript sent directly to institution
• The deadline date for receiving foreign transcripts, if applicable: MM/DD/YYYY 11/01/2010
• Are foreign transcripts to be received by, or postmarked by, the deadline date? Received by the deadline
• Other clarifying information: All international transcripts must be submitted to one of the following evaluation services: American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO) Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc. (ECE) World Education Services (WES) American Education Research Corporation (AERC) Evaluations by different companies are not accepted.

Letters of Reference

• How many letters of reference will your school require?
Three (one must be from a pastor or spiritual advisor)

• Do you prefer to have applicants send references to PharmCAS or directly to your school?
Applicants send references to PharmCAS

Evaluator Type
Teaching Assistant:
Supervisor:
Professor:	Rec
Professor (2nd Sci):
Professor (Math):
Professor (Liberal Arts):
Pre-Health Advisor:
Faculty Advisor:
Politician:
Pharmacist:	Rec
Health Care Professional:
Friend:	N
Family Member:	N
Employer:
Co-Worker:
Clergy:	R
Committee Letter:	CR
Notes: Counts as more than 1 LOR
Composite Letter:
Notes:

• If you have selected CR or N/CR for any of the above evaluator types, please post the criteria you use:

A Committee Letter must be submitted if your institution provides that service for students.

R: Required

CR: Conditionally Required

Rec: Recommended but Not Required

N: Not Accepted

N/CR: Not Accepted, unless applicant also sends required letter from professor or advisor; or unless they served as a supervisor or in a professorial role.

Accepted Candidates
• Dates during which interviews are generally held: November – March
• Describe your institution's interview process. Limit 100 words. Please add a link for more detailed descriptions: Interview appointments consist of the following: 30 minute session with Admissions Personal 30 minute writing sample Two one-on-one interviews, approximately 30 minutes each Tour of the school.
• Acceptance Letter mailed to regular applicants: Date MM/DD/YYYY Usually 2-4 weeks after an interview
• Acceptance Letter mailed to regular applicants: Other Information All decisions and letters are generally sent by April 1st
• Acceptee's response to acceptance offer: Date MM/DD/YYYY Accepted students have 2 weeks from the date they receive their acceptance letter to respond with their deposit.
• Acceptee's response to acceptance offer: Other Information
• Deposit to hold place in class: Due Date MM/DD/YYYY Accepted students have 2 weeks from the date they receive their acceptance letter to respond with their deposit.
• Deposit to hold place in class: Other Information The deposit amount is $500
• Date of new student orientation: Date(s) MM/DD-DD/YYYY September 19 – 23, 2011
• Date of new student orientation: Other Information Orientation is mandatory for all incoming students
• Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation: Date MM/DD/YYYY September 26, 2011
• Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation: Other Information
• Requests for deferred entrance considered: List details Not considered