Contact Information
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UF is accepting applications through June 3, 2024. 
93% of 2022 graduates of the UF program passed the NAPLEX on the first attempt (https://nabp.pharmacy/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/NAPLEX-Pass-Rates-2022.pdf).

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City: Findlay
State: Ohio
Zip: 45840
Country: United States

Program Location:: Ohio
Admissions Office Contact(s)::
- Name: Liz Trevino
  Title: Coordinator of External Engagement and Enrollment
  Office: College of Pharmacy/Admissions
  Phone (Work): 419-434-5646
  Email: trevino@findlay.edu

Institutional Website::
- https://www.findlay.edu/pharmacy/

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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 3, 2024
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Priority Application Deadline:
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What is the priority application deadline for your program? : None

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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?: Yes
Is your institution public or private?: Private
Is your institution part of an academic health center?: No
Academic Term Type:: Semester (2 terms per academic year)
Program Structure:
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What is the primary program structure for the Pharm.D. curriculum?: * Other
If Other, please briefly describe::
Our program has three distinct entry tracks: 
- a direct entry from high school (0+6) track
- a transfer student track for students without a degree who have completed some (but not all) of the        
  pre-professional requirements
- a professional track for students who have completed all pre-professional requirements and are 
  eligible to start in the first professional year of the program


Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions?: Not Required
Alternative Enrollment Options:
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Does your institution have alternative enrollment options available?: Yes
If Yes to alternate enrollment, check all that apply:: Affiliation or articulation agreement with undergraduate institution(s)

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Last Entering Class
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Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class:: 41
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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/MSHI  or MHIIM (Health Informatics)

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: :
Please visit the following websites to learn more about each of our dual degree opportunities.
PharmD/MBA: https://www.findlay.edu/pharmacy/pharm-d-mba
PharmD/MSHI: https://www.findlay.edu/pharmacy/pharm-d-health-informatics


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Program Description
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Program Description:
The University of Findlay College of Pharmacy offers a fully accredited doctor of pharmacy program. We accept students each year directly out of high school, as a transfer student, or directly into the final four professional years (with or without a Bachelor Degree) if all pre-professional requirements have been met.
 
What makes Findlay different?

* Notable Academic Quality
The University of Findlay and the College of Pharmacy are nationally recognized by U.S. News & World Report and other esteemed organizations (https://newsroom.findlay.edu/findlay-ranked-in-u-s-news-best-national-universities-for-16th-year/). So reputable is the program and so well-prepared are our students that Findlay PharmD graduates report a 95%+ employment rate (https://www.findlay.edu/pharmacy/Shared%20Documents/Quality%20Indicators%20Aug%2022.pdf).
* Upperclassman mentors are paired with incoming students to ensure a seamless entry into your educational experience
*Small class sizes lend themselves to personalized career preparation
*Classes are taught interactively, with a faculty to student ratio of 1:8 during on-campus professional years
* Personalized advising model with a mentor dedicated to helping you achieve your career aspirations
*  Students are offered two dual degree options, an MBA or a Master of Science in Health Informatics, along with the PharmD
* Senior students complete nine months of clinical education at one of 30+ hub sites but can choose from a variety of elective experiences across the country and around the world to help each student meet personal and professional goals.

Please visit http://www.findlay.edu/pharmacy/ for more information.


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GPA and Credit Hour Criteria
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Minimum Overall GPA:: 3.0
Minimum Prerequisite GPA:: N/A
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants::
The minimum recommended cumulative GPA from all institutions of higher education attended is 3.0, however, applicants with less than 3.0 may still be considered for acceptance into the program following a holistic admissions review process.  

Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 66
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 39
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 0
Total number of basic science college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 0
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Course Prerequisites
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List of Course Prerequisites::
Course Subject: Anatomy & Physiology
Course Title: Anatomy & Physiology I & II with labs 
Semester Hours (Min): 8
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Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: Cell & Molecular Biology with lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General Chemistry I & II with labs
Semester Hours (Min): 8
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry I & II with labs
Semester Hours (Min): 8
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Course Subject: Physics
Course Title: Physics
Semester Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Math
Course Title: Calculus I
Semester Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Statistics
Course Title: Statistics
Semester Hours (Min): 3
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Course Subject: English Composition / Writing
Course Title: English composition
Semester Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: General Elective(s)
Course Title: General Education (CORE+) Courses*
(6 courses at 3 semester hours each)
*Only necessary if applicant does not hold a Bachelor's degree. 
Semester Hours (Min): 18

When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)?:
Course requirements must be completed prior to August 19, 2024 unless an exception is made by the College of Pharmacy.
*Applicants who have earned a bachelor’s degree will not be required to complete the University of Findlay’s general education (CORE+) coursework.


Can applicants use online classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?:
Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Yes
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: Varies

Enter any additional information regarding pass/fail course prerequisites::
Consideration will be given for courses listed as pass/fail, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites::
Applicants must have a "C" or better in each required prerequisite course for which a grade was awarded. 

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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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PCAT and Other Tests
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Select the option that best describes the program’s PCAT policy:: Not Required or Considered
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Minimum composite PCAT score considered:: N/A
Other Admission Tests:
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Do you accept or require other admission 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?: No

Please indicate your evaluation type requirements. Select all that apply.:
Clergy: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
Co-Worker: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
Employer: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
Faculty Advisor: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
Family Member: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
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Health Care Professional: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
Pharmacist: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
Politician: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
Pre-Health Advisor: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
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): NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
Professor (Science): NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
Supervisor: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
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? : Conditionally required
Does it count as more than one evaluation?: No

Composite Letters:
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What is your college/school policy on composite letters?: No answer

Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations::
Though not required, letters of recommendation that are submitted may be utilized in a holistic admissions decision-making process.

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
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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 AND Send an original foreign transcript directly to the school
Other clarifying information, if necessary::
The University of Findlay only accepts evaluations from WES and English translation is required.

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: :
Students, whose native language is not English and who have not graduated from a University of Findlay approved English speaking university, must meet all other admissions criteria and must also have a verified: IELTS of 7.5 composite score with all bands at 7 or above, or an equivalent score as indicated on the University of Findlay’s English Exam Admission Standards.

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
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Interviews
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Interview Format:: Individual applicants with one interviewer
Does the institution offer an online interview option?: Yes
Briefly describe your institution's interview process::
Offers to interview are based on completed applications, transcripts & test scores. Interviews are conducted on a rolling basis. Students will be asked to type a short essay and will also interview, one-on-one, with a member of College of Pharmacy. Each interview will be approximately 60 minutes in length and is an important part of the admission decision. A computer or iPad for the essay will be furnished for on campus interviews. A photo ID may be required.

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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::
Contact your advisor for more information on your deposit and/or refund.


Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class:: 2024-08-19
Additional details for accepted applicants::
The Academic Calendar can be found at the following address:
https://findlay.smartcatalogiq.com/en/current/Undergraduate-Catalog/Academic-Calendar/2024-2025-Academic-Calendar

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?: No
Is your institution participating in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service?: No
I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes