Published Survey
Submission Number: 4062
Submission ID: 10
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Created: Fri, 08/23/2019 - 15:44
Completed: Fri, 06/13/2025 - 12:44
Changed: Fri, 06/13/2025 - 13:27

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Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English

Is draft: No
Current page: Complete
Submitted to: Published Survey

Contact Information
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Institution Address:
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Street 1: 4701 North Charles Street
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City: Baltimore
State: Maryland
Zip: 21210
Country: United States

Program Location:: Maryland
Admissions Office Contact(s)::
- Name: Norah Moturi 
  Title: Director of Admissions
  Office: School of Pharmacy, Office of Admissions 
  Phone (Work): 410-532-5597
  Email: nmoturi@ndm.edu

Institutional Website::
- https://www.ndm.edu/colleges-schools/school-pharmacy

Contact Information Video::
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I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

Program Application Deadline
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Final Application Deadline:
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What is the final (enforced) application deadline for your program?: June 1, 2026
Final Application Deadline Description::
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Priority Application Deadline:
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What is the priority application deadline for your program? : None

I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

Program Information
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Please select the appropriate ACPE accreditation status for your institution from the list below:: Full Accreditation 
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Does your program follow the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines?: No
Is your institution public or private?: Private
Is your institution part of an academic health center?: No
Academic Term Type:
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Select the appropriate academic term type for your program.: Semester (2 terms per academic year)

Program Structure: Pre-Pharmacy Coursework
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What is the minimum requirement of pre-pharmacy coursework for matriculation into your professional Doctor of Pharmacy program? : Other
If Other, please briefly describe:
Have completed or be in the process of completing 52 semester hours, prerequisite coursework from a regionally accredited U.S. University or university. The student must earn a grade of C or better in each prerequisite course.


Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions?: Not Required
Program Structure: Pharm.D. Program Curriculum
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What is the structure (e.g., length) of your Pharm.D. program curriculum?: 4 years

Alternative Options: Early Assurance
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Does your program offer an Early Assurance program for admissions? : No

Alternative Options: Affiliation or Articulation Agreements
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Does your program have affiliation or articulation agreements with undergraduate institutions for admissions? Contact the program directly for additional details. : Yes

Alternative Options: Bachelor’s Degree While Enrolled
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Does your program offer a student the ability to complete their bachelor’s degree while enrolled in the Pharm.D. program?: Yes
If “Yes” to ability to complete their bachelor’s degree while enrolled, please briefly describe::
The 2+4 pharmacy degree track pathway provides NDMU undergraduate students an accelerated route to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy Degree within a span of 6 years. This program expedites the academic journey and offers the advantage of saving two years of tuition while granting two degrees – a Liberal Arts degree with a focus on Pharmaceutical Science and a Doctor of Pharmacy Degree.  


Alternative Options: Pathways
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Does your program offer alternative pathways to Pharm.D. degree completion? : No

I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

Last Entering Class
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Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class:: 26
I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

Dual and Concurrent Degrees
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Dual Degree:
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Does your institution offer a dual degree program, as defined above? : Yes
If yes, check all that apply:: PharmD/MBA (Business Administration), PharmD/MS (Master of Science)

Does your institution offer a concurrent, double, or second degree program, as defined above?: Yes
Provide any additional information regarding dual, concurrent, double, or second degree programs: :
Students can simultaneously complete an MBA in Healthcare Management, MS in Clinical Leadership, or MS in Healthcare Data Analytics from Clarkson University and a PharmD degree from Notre Dame of Maryland University. The joint degree program will reduce the expense of obtaining the two degrees compared to completing the programs independently. 

I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

Program Description
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Program Description:
The mission of the School of Pharmacy is to educate and develop the next generation of pharmacists to be compassionate, ethical healthcare professionals who provide quality and equitable healthcare to diverse populations. We foster leadership, a culture of inclusivity, and a commitment to lifelong learning.
https://www.ndm.edu/academics/school-pharmacy

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I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

GPA and Credit Hour Criteria
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Minimum Overall GPA:: N/A
Minimum Prerequisite GPA:: N/A
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Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 52
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 34
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I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

Course Prerequisites
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List of Course Prerequisites::
Course Subject: English Composition / Writing
Course Title: English 
Semester Hours (Min): 6
Quarter Hours (Min): 9
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Course Subject: Communication / Speech (Verbal)
Course Title: Speech / Public Speaking 
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Anatomy & Physiology
Course Title: Anatomy & Physiology (for science majors) 
Semester Hours (Min): 6
Quarter Hours (Min): 9
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Course Subject: Physics
Course Title: Physics (for science majors) 
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Math
Course Title: Calculus 
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Statistics
Course Title: Statistics (biostatistics preferred) 
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General Chemistry I & II with lab (for science majors)
Semester Hours (Min): 8
Quarter Hours (Min): 12
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry I & II with lab (for science majors)
Semester Hours (Min): 8
Quarter Hours (Min): 12
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Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: General Biology I & II with lab (for science majors) 
Semester Hours (Min): 8
Quarter Hours (Min): 12
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Course Subject: Microbiology
Course Title: Microbiology with lab (for science majors) 
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6

When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)?:
August 1

Can applicants use online classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?:
Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Varies
Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes
Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes

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Can applicants use pass/fail classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?:
Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Varies
Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Varies
Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes

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I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

Supplemental Materials
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Supplemental Requirements:
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Does your institution require applicants to submit a supplemental application or supplemental materials directly to the institution and outside of PharmCAS?: No

Supplemental Application Fee:
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Will your institution require a supplemental application fee?: No

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I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

Standardized Tests
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Standardized Tests:
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Do you accept or consider any standardized tests? Do not include immunization requirement or other similar documentation requirements.: No

I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

Observation Hours
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Observation Hours Required:
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Does your program require pharmacy observation hours?: No

I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

Evaluations (Letters of Reference)
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Evaluations Required:
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Are evaluations (letters of reference) required by your institution?: Yes
 If yes, how many evaluations are required?: Three (3)

Please indicate your evaluation type requirements. Select all that apply.:
Clergy: NOT ACCEPTED
Co-Worker: NOT ACCEPTED
Employer: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
Faculty Advisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
Health Care Professional: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Pharmacist: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Politician: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
Pre-Health Advisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Professor (Any Subject Area): NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
Professor (Liberal Arts): NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
Professor (Math): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Professor (Science): REQUIRED
Supervisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Teaching Assistant: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)

Committee Letters:
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What is your college/school policy on committee letters? : Not Accepted

Composite Letters:
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What is your college/school policy on composite letters?: Not Accepted

Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations::
Two letters of evaluation from a science professor are required and one letter from another source.

I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

Residency
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Is preference given to state residents?: No
Is preference given to residents of other states?: No
Additional information about the program’s state residency requirements::
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I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

International Applicants
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Does your institution consider foreign citizens (excluding Canadian citizens)?: Yes
Select the citizenship types eligible for admission:: US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, Canadian Citizens, Foreign (non-US) Citizens with a Visa, Foreign (non-US) Citizens, Other Non-Citizens (e.g. DACA Students)
Policy for accepting non-U.S. coursework (excluding study abroad):: Send a foreign transcript evaluation report (FTER) to PharmCAS 
Other clarifying information, if necessary::
Applicants must submit a course-by-course evaluation obtained from one of the following evaluation services:

* Education Credential Evaluators (ECE): 414-289-3400, http://www.ece.org
* World Education Service (WES): 212-966-6311, http://www.wes.org
* Josef Silny & Associates, Inc.: 305-273-1616, http://www.jsilny.com

Original foreign transcripts sent to PharmCAS by the deadline.
 
Please go to https://www.ndm.edu/academics/school-pharmacy/admissions for additional information.

Non-native speakers must submit official TOEFL scores?: Yes
If the TOEFL is required for non-native English speakers, provide additional details about the requirement below: :
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Post-B.S. Pharm.D. Programs for Current Pharmacists Licensed in the U.S.:
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Does the institution offer a post-B.S. Pharm.D. program for current pharmacists who are already licensed in the U.S.? : No
Details on Post-B.S. Pharm.D. Programs [1]

[1] https://www.pharmcas.org/school-directory/explore-and-compare/post_bs_programs

Programs for Foreign-educated Pharmacists without a U.S. License:
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Does the institution consider foreign-educated pharmacists WITHOUT a U.S. license for admission to the entry-level Pharm.D. program?: Yes
Enter any additional information for foreign-educated pharmacists without a U.S. license who are interested in the entry-level Pharm.D. program.:
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I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

Interviews
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Interview Format:: Individual applicants with one interviewer, Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Does the institution offer an online interview option?: Yes
Briefly describe your institution's interview process::
Required for invited applicants only. Usually 1 or 2 faculty members and 1 student. Interview day includes presentations on curriculum, academic success, and admissions.

Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description:: https://www.ndm.edu/academics/school-pharmacy/admissions
I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

Accepted Applicants
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Deposits:
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Is a deposit required to hold an acceptee's place in the class?: Yes
Is the deposit refundable for any period of time?: Yes
Enter details on the deposit (e.g. amount) and deposit refund policies::
Submit deposit monies by the dates designated in his/her matriculation agreement. If a written notice of withdrawal is received by the Director of Admissions within three days after receipt of the deposit, the deposit will be refunded. 


Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class:: 2026-08-10
Additional details for accepted applicants::
https://www.ndm.edu/academics/school-pharmacy

Are accepted applicants required to have CPR certification prior to matriculation?: No
I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

Background Checks and Drug Screenings
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Is your institution participating in the PharmCAS-facilitated Criminal Background Check (CBC) Service?: Yes
Is your institution participating in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service?: No
I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes