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University of California – San Diego

School of Pharmacy

CONTACT
Kim Ciero
Student Affairs Officer
Office of Student Affairs and Admissions
UCSD Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
9500 Gilman Drive
Mail Code 0657
La Jolla, CA
92093–0657
Phone: 858–822–4900

Email: sppsadmissions@ucsd.edu
Website: www.pharmacy.ucsd.edu

Application and Transcript Deadline: November 2, 2009

• ACPE accreditation status: Full Accreditation Status
• Public or Private Institution: Public
• Part of an academic health center? Yes
• Special Programs Offered: Pharm.D./Ph.D.
• Open House Dates: None
• Early Decision Program (EDP)? No

STATISTICS

• Estimated number interviewed for fall 2009 Entering Class:
280
• Estimated number accepted:
90
• Estimated fall 2009 entering class size including early assurance & transfer seats:
60
• 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:
5 to 10
• Estimated percent of males in 2009 Entering Class:
20%
• Estimated percent of females in 2009 Entering Class:
80%

CRITERIA

• Estimated average GPA of accepted students:
3.60
• Number of IN-STATE seats available for fall 2010 Entering Class:
Up to 60
• Number of OUT-OF-STATE seats available for fall 2010 Entering Class:
5 to 10
• Number of TRANSFER seats available for fall 2010 Entering Class:
0
• Minimum overall GPA considered (if applicable):
3.00
• Minimum prerequisite GPA considered (if applicable):
3.00
• Minimum composite PCAT score considered (enter N/A if not required):
N/A

PREREQUISITES

Number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
63
Number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
90
Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of:
Summer 2010 term

Semester Hours
6
8
8
8
6
6
3
3
3
12
 

Other clarifying information: See the school website at http://pharmacy.ucsd.edu/admissions.shtml for additional information. It is highly suggested that students complete the requirements for a BS or BA degree prior to matriculation. All successful applicants for the 2005 through 2009 admissions cycles had completed their degree prior to matriculation. In addition to the required pre-requisite courses, it is strongly suggested that students consider taking courses in physiology, biochemistry, physical chemistry, immunology, genetics, anatomy, microbiology, and statistics. Students who have taken coursework at a foreign university must follow precisely the detailed instructions on the web page for their application to be considered.

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS AND DEADLINES PHARM D. PROGRAM: 2010 CLASS

Supplemental Application
• Supplemental Application?
Yes
• Supplemental Deadline:
11/02/2009
• Postmarked or Received by deadline:
Received by the deadline
• Supplemental Application fee:
$60
• Details to obtain Supplemental Application:
The supplemental application is available at: http://pharmacy.ucsd.edu/application/login.asp

Tests
• Require the PCAT?
No; PCAT is NOT Required
• Other test details:
• The Oldest PCAT considered:
• Is the TOEFL - TSE required?
No
• If TOEFL / TSE is required, please state circumstances for which the test is required.
• Does your institution require other tests or credentials? If so, please list them.
• 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
Not a factor considered during admissions process. Proof of residency status required for matriculation. Details on establishing CA residency for tuition purposes will be provided to admitted applicants in the summer prior to matriculation.
• 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?
No
• Does your institution consider U.S. permanent residents?
Yes
• Does your institution consider Canadian citizens?
No

Foreign Coursework
• Select one of three options for international courswork. 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
08/31/2009
• Are foreign transcripts to be received by, or postmarked by, the deadline date?
Received by the deadline
• Other clarifying information:
UCSD requires applicants to submit original foreign transcripts directly to the school. All credentials are due by August 31, 2009. See the School website for specific information. Follow the instructions precisely or the application will not be valid.

Letters of Reference
• How many letters of reference will your school require?
Three (3)
• 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:
January to early February
• Describe your institution's interview process. Limit 100 words. Please add a link for more detailed descriptions:
Following a review of all applicants, a limited number of applicants will be invited for an interview. Interview dates will be assigned and changes will be accommodated only with proof of a medical emergency or documented scheduled examination.
• Acceptance Letter mailed to regular applicants: Date MM/DD/YYYY
03/01 – 15/2010
• Acceptance Letter mailed to regular applicants: Other Information
• Acceptee's response to acceptance offer: Date MM/DD/YYYY
04/09/2010
• Acceptee's response to acceptance offer: Other Information
UCSD and UCSF will attempt to coordinate a common date of acceptance.
• Deposit to hold place in class: Due Date MM/DD/YYYY
None
• Deposit to hold place in class: Other Information
• Date of new student orientation: Date(s) MM/DD-DD/YYYY
09/20 – 22/2010
• Date of new student orientation: Other Information
• Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation: Date MM/DD/YYYY
09/23/2010
• Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation: Other Information
• Requests for deferred entrance considered: List details
Only under special circumstances on a case by case basis

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Enter a description of your program below. Entries must not exceed 2,000 characters including spaces.

The curriculum of the University of California, San Diego Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences prepares students to be leaders in the profession and provides the tools to practice in academia, hospitals, clinics, long-term facilities, home care, government, health policy, the pharmaceutical industry and innovative community practices.

The Doctor of Pharmacy degree curriculum is as follows: In the first year, students enroll in courses in anatomy, histology, pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmaceutics, bioinformatics, law and ethics, biostatistics and pharmacy practice. In the second year, pharmacy and medical students are enrolled in courses in the basic biomedical sciences. In this unique environment, pharmacy and medical students study cell biology, biochemistry, organ physiology, pharmacology, neurosciences, endocrinology, reproduction and metabolism, laboratory medicine and health policy. Additional coursework in pharmacology, drug study design, and pharmacy practice are also provided. The third year focuses on the application of the information learned in the previous years with coursework in microbiology, pharmacology, drug information, pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmaceutics, pharmacogenomics and therapeutics.

The fourth year is devoted to advanced pharmacy practice experiences in a variety of patient care and other settings, such as the pharmaceutical industry and government. The common coursework taken by pharmacy and medical students and advanced practice experiences where medical and pharmacy students work together have been created to foster cooperation between the professions and to develop an appreciation for the unique roles that each professional provides in the care of patients.

All students are enrolled in the full-time, 4-year program leading to the Doctor of Pharmacy degree. No students in advanced standing, transfer students from other schools of pharmacy or part-time students are accepted. All students enter in the first year.