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Published Survey
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Contact Information

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12800 N Lake Shore Drive
Mequon
Wisconsin
53097-2402
United States
Wisconsin
  • Name: Nancy Stoehr, PharmD, MEd, BCSCP
    Title: Director of Admissions
    Office: Office of Recruitment and Admissions
    Phone (Work): 262-243-2765
    Email: pharmacy@cuw.edu
  • Name: Katelyn Wilson, MEd
    Title: Assistant Director of Admissions Operations
    Office: Office of Recruitment and Admissions
    Phone (Work): 262-243-2728
    Email: pharmacy@cuw.edu
Yes

Program Application Deadline

June 2, 2025
Final application is marked June 2, 2025, however, all students remaining pre-pharmacy coursework and final transcripts are due before the first day of fall classes.
None
Yes

Program Information

Full Accreditation
Yes
Private
No
Semester (2 terms per academic year)
2 years
Not Required
4 years
Yes
Yes
Yes
For more information about Concordia University's Dual Degree programs in Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Science or Bachelor of Science in Public Health, please visit:
https://www.cuw.edu/academics/programs/pharmaceutical-science-bachelors/index.html
https://www.cuw.edu/academics/programs/public-health-bachelors/index.html
No
Yes

Last Entering Class

50
Yes

Dual and Concurrent Degrees

Yes
PharmD/MBA (Business Administration), PharmD/MPH (Public Health), Other Dual Degrees
PharmD/MNPS (Natural Product Science)
PharmD/PhD (Chemistry)
Yes
Students can gain admission into dual degree programs prior to starting their P1 year or anytime thereafter. All dual-degree options can be completed concurrently with PharmD.
Yes

Program Description

Concordia University Wisconsin is located in Mequon, WI on approximately 200 acres of magnificent Lake Michigan shoreline, 15 miles north of downtown Milwaukee. Concordia School of Pharmacy is committed to developing pharmacists who are servant leaders, dedicated to providing patient-centered care that improves the health of our communities in rural and urban areas through excellence in teaching, research, service, and practice. Our program offers a student-centered environment that promotes the balance & flexibility for students to build their pharmacy network, gain hands-on practice-based experiences, engage in research, and gain interprofessional practice & education.

Program Highlights:
- Consistently ranked by graduates as a top choice
- Outstanding residency placement success
- ACPE noteworthy program
- AACP award-winning program
Yes

GPA and Credit Hour Criteria

N/A
N/A
Preferred GPA of 2.75 or above. Exceptions will be made on a case-by-case basis
56
32
Yes

Course Prerequisites

Course Subject Course Title Semester Hours (Min) Quarter Hours (Min)
Chemistry General Chemistry I with Lab 4 6
Chemistry General Chemistry II with Lab 4 6
Biology/Biological Science Biology I with Lab (Human Anatomy or Anat. & Phys would also count) 4 6
Biology/Biological Science Biology II with Lab (Human Anatomy or Anat. & Phys would also count) 4 6
Chemistry Organic Chemistry I with Lab 4 6
Chemistry Organic Chemistry II with Lab 4 6
Physics Physics I with or without Lab (Algebra or Calc based both acceptable) 3 6
Science/Math Elective(s) One or more advanced science elective course(s) (Examples: Physics II, Physiology, Anatomy, Anatomy & Physiology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or other advanced science course.) 5 6
Math Calculus (for math and/or science majors) 3 6
English Composition / Writing English Composition or Writing Course 3 4
Communication / Speech (Verbal) Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking Course 3 4
Statistics Statistics (Biostats also acceptable) 3 4
General Elective(s) General Education Electives 12
Applicants need to complete all required prerequisites prior to starting the PharmD program.
  • Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Yes
  • Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes
  • Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes
  • Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Yes
  • Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes
  • Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes
All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of C- or better.

PRE-PHARMACY COURSE EQUIVALENCY GUIDES
Please contact us at pharmacy@cuw.edu for an individual transcript evaluation of pre-pharmacy coursework.
Yes

Supplemental Materials

No
No
Yes

Standardized Tests

No
Yes

Observation Hours

Recommended, but not required
Pharmacy experience is not required, however we do strongly encourage students to gain as much practical knowledge of the profession as possible.
Yes

Evaluations (Letters of Reference)

Yes
Two (2)
  • Clergy: ACCEPTED
  • Co-Worker: ACCEPTED
  • Employer: ACCEPTED
  • Faculty Advisor: ACCEPTED
  • Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Health Care Professional: ACCEPTED
  • Pharmacist: ACCEPTED
  • Pre-Health Advisor: ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Any Subject Area): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Liberal Arts): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Math): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Science): ACCEPTED
  • Supervisor: ACCEPTED
  • Teaching Assistant: ACCEPTED
Accepted
No
Accepted
No
Concordia University Wisconsin requires two letters of reference to be submitted directly to PharmCAS. References should be able to speak to your academic performance, understanding of the pharmacy profession, service and leadership opportunities, and character. Choose references who know you well in professional or educational settings, such as professors, supervisors, advisors, or pharmacists. Reference letters are reviewed to assess your: character, communication skills, academic ability, motivation and understanding of the pharmacy profession, and commitment to community service.
Yes

Residency

No
No
Yes

International Applicants

Yes
US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, US Temporary Residents, Canadian Citizens, Foreign (non-US) Citizens with a Visa, Foreign (non-US) Citizens, Other Non-Citizens (e.g. DACA Students)
Send a foreign transcript evaluation report (FTER) to PharmCAS
International students interested in applying to Concordia University Wisconsin School of Pharmacy must:
Complete the PharmD application process through PharmCAS.
Have foreign transcripts evaluated by a foreign evaluation service, as described on the PharmCAS website, and submitted to PharmCAS. Submit a TOEFL or IELTS score to PharmCAS if previous coursework was completed in a language other than English. CUW accepts a minimum score of 79 on TOEFL and 6.5 on IELTS.
Complete the pre-pharmacy course requirements. Foreign pharmacy international coursework may partially or fully satisfy the pre-pharmacy course requirements, at the discretion of the associate dean for academic affairs.
Yes
All non-US citizens with less than ten (10) years of academic experience in an English-speaking environment.
No
Details on Post-B.S. Pharm.D. Programs
Yes
Yes

Interviews

Individual applicants with one interviewer, Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Yes
At Concordia School of Pharmacy, our Interview Day is a half-day program, where you'll meet faculty, staff, and current students to learn more about what makes Concordia School of Pharmacy unique. You'll complete a writing sample, and interview with one or two faculty and/or practicing pharmacists.
Yes

Accepted Applicants

Yes
No
Accepted applicants must submit a $500 seat deposit to register for fall coursework. Learn more about seat deposit options at our website: https://www.cuw.edu/academics/schools/pharmacy/admissions/accepted-students.html
2025-08-25
No
Yes

Background Checks and Drug Screenings

No
No
Yes