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Rosalind Franklin University

of Medicine and Science

College of Pharmacy

CONTACT
Caryn F. Wickersheim
Admissions Counselor
Enrollment Management
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
3333 Green Bay Road
North Chicago, IL
60064
Phone: 847–578–3204

Email: pharmacy.admissions@rosalindfranklin.edu
Website: http://rosalindfranklin.edu/collegeofpharmacy

Application and Transcript Deadline: March 1, 2011

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

STATISTICS
• Estimated number interviewed for fall 2010 Entering Class:
N/A
• Estimated number accepted:
N/A
• Estimated fall 2010 entering class size including early assurance & transfer seats:
N/A
• Estimated number of early assurance students advancing to the professional program:
N/A
• Estimated number of transfer applicants accepted:
N/A
• Estimated number of out-of-state applicants accepted:
N/A
• Estimated percent of males in 2010 Entering Class:
N/A
• Estimated percent of females in 2010 Entering Class:
N/A
CRITERIA
• Estimated average GPA of accepted students:
3.4
• 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:
0
• Minimum overall GPA considered (if applicable):
2.5
• Minimum prerequisite GPA considered (if applicable):
2.5
• Minimum composite PCAT score considered (enter N/A if not required):
No minimum, but competitive scores recommended
PREREQUISITES
Number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
60
Number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
87
Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of:
Summer 2011 term
Semester Hours
6
3
8
8
8
8
3
4
3
3
3
3
 

Other clarifying information: Please see http://rosalindfranklin.edu/collegeofpharmacy

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS AND DEADLINES PHARM D. PROGRAM: 2011 CLASS
Supplemental Application
• Supplemental Application?
Yes
• Supplemental Deadline:
3/15/2011
• Postmarked or Received by deadline:
Postmarked by the deadline
• Supplemental Application fee:
$50
• Details to obtain Supplemental Application:
Secure online link to supplemental will be provided upon RFUMS receipt of each candidate's completed and verified PharmCAS application.
Tests
• Require the PCAT?
Yes; PCAT is required
• Other test details:
December 10, 2010 or earlier exam dates recommended.
• The Oldest PCAT considered:
06/2007
• Is the TOEFL / TSE required?
Yes
• If TOEFL / TSE is required, please state circumstances for which the test is required.
For non-US citizens/permanent residents. May be waived at the University’s discretion for full-time students in a US college or university for at least two consecutive years or for those from countries in which English is the primary language.
• Does you institution require other tests or credentials? If so, please list them.
N/A
• Is pharmacy-related experience required?
Not required but recommended
Residency
• Is proof of State Residency required?
No
• Other information required for proof of state residency
N/A
• 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.
N/A
• Does your institution require proof of U.S. residency?
No
• 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.
Foreign Transcript Evaluation Report - FTER sent to PharmCAS
• The deadline date for receiving foreign transcripts, if applicable: MM/DD/YYYY
03/15/2011
• Are foreign transcripts to be received by, or postmarked by, the deadline date?
Postmarked by the deadline
• Other clarifying information:
N/A
Letters of Reference
• How many letters of reference will your school require?
Two (2)
• 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:
Professor (2nd Sci):
Professor (Math):
Professor (Liberal Arts):
Pre-Health Advisor:
Faculty Advisor:
Politician:
Pharmacist:
Health Care Professional:
Friend:
Family Member:
Employer:
Co-Worker:
Clergy:
Committee Letter:
Notes:
Composite Letter:
Notes:
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:
Late January through May
• Describe your institution's interview process. Limit 100 words. Please add a link for more detailed descriptions:
The interview event consists of both faculty and group interviews, an individual writing exercise, a team exercise, and a University tour.
• Acceptance Letter mailed to regular applicants: Date MM/DD/YYYY
N/A
• Acceptance Letter mailed to regular applicants: Other Information
Rolling Admissions February through May
• Acceptee's response to acceptance offer: Date MM/DD/YYYY
N/A
• Acceptee's response to acceptance offer: Other Information
Response due within 2 weeks of offer.
• Deposit to hold place in class: Due Date MM/DD/YYYY
N/A
• Deposit to hold place in class: Other Information
$500 due within 2 weeks of offer with written intent to register.
• Date of new student orientation: Date(s) MM/DD-DD/YYYY
08/08/2011
• Date of new student orientation: Other Information
Mandatory Orientation Week
• Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation: Date MM/DD/YYYY
08/15/2011
• Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation: Other Information
N/A
• Requests for deferred entrance considered: List details
N/A
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Enter a description of your program below. Entries must not exceed 2,000 characters including spaces.

The College of Pharmacy (COP) is the fifth school at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, located in the north suburbs of Chicago, IL. Situated approximately 30 miles north of downtown, Rosalind Franklin University enjoys the diversity of both city sidewalks and the surrounding state forests and greenbelts. Pending receipt of Precandidate status from ACPE, the COP plans for the inaugural class to enter in 2011.

The College’s mission is to serve the nation through excellence in pharmacy education, research, and practice, with a commitment to patient-centered interprofessional care, community service, life-long learning, and an ethos of social responsibility. The COP desires to enroll students who present evidence of strong preparation for a career in pharmacy paired with bold leadership and initiative. The inaugural COP class at Rosalind Franklin University will have innovative technology readily available to use—from the classroom to the laboratory. The COP’s commitment to graduate health care training starts with students studying side by side with their colleagues from multiple graduate health professions, including future MDs, PAs, PTs and DPMs. The Interprofessional curriculum at Rosalind Franklin University mirrors that of the professional environment where pharmacists interact with physicians and multiple healthcare providers on a daily basis.

The COP welcomes your questions as a potential student. Please feel free to contact Enrollment Management, at 847–578–3204 if you have any questions about becoming a member of the groundbreaking Class of 2015.