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Submission Number: 4162
Submission ID: 110
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Created: Sun, 09/08/2019 - 12:18
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Institution Name University of North Texas Health Science Center
College or School Name System College of Pharmacy
Short Name U of North Texas HSC
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Street 1 3500 Camp Bowie Blvd.
Street 2 Student Service Center
Street 3
City Fort Worth
State Texas
Zip 76107
Country United States
Program Location: Texas
Admissions Office Contact(s):
Institutional Website:
Contact Information Video:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
What is the final (enforced) application deadline for your program? April 1, 2025
Final Application Deadline Description:
What is the priority application deadline for your program? December 2, 2024
Describe any requirements or incentives for applicants who apply by the priority deadline.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Please select the appropriate ACPE accreditation status for your institution from the list below: Full Accreditation
Satellite/Branch campuses: None
Does your program follow the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? No
Is your institution public or private? Public
Is your institution part of an academic health center? Yes
Select the appropriate academic term type for your program. Semester (2 terms per academic year)
What is the minimum requirement of pre-pharmacy coursework for matriculation into your professional Doctor of Pharmacy program?  2 years
Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions? Not Required
What is the structure (e.g., length) of your Pharm.D. program curriculum? 4 years
Does your program offer an Early Assurance program for admissions?  Yes
Does your program have affiliation or articulation agreements with undergraduate institutions for admissions? Contact the program directly for additional details.  Yes
Does your program offer a student the ability to complete their bachelor’s degree while enrolled in the Pharm.D. program? No
Does your program offer alternative pathways to Pharm.D. degree completion?  Yes
If “Yes” to alternate pathways to Pharm.D. degree completion, check all that apply: Other
If Other, please briefly describe The FlexPharmD program offers students greater flexibility, accessibility, and affordability. It includes a combination of online and in-person courses during the first three years of the program. Some courses are exclusively online for students to complete on their own time, while the remaining classes, lab activities, and exams are on campus. Fewer days on campus translates to reduced travel time, savings on transportation and living costs, and greater work-life balance.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class: 67
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Target number of Pharm.D. seats for the upcoming P1 entering class: 85
Maximum number of Pharm.D. seats available in the upcoming P1 entering class: 100
Anticipated number of early assurance students advancing to the P1 year in the upcoming entering class: 0
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Does your institution offer a dual degree program, as defined above? Yes
If yes, check all that apply: PharmD/MBA (Business Administration), PharmD/MPH (Public Health), PharmD/MS (Master of Science), PharmD/PhD (Doctor of Philosophy)
Does your institution offer a concurrent, double, or second degree program, as defined above? No
Provide any additional information regarding dual, concurrent, double, or second degree programs: Applicants must apply separately to each school administering the dual degree. For example, both the College of Pharmacy and the School of Public Health must be applied to for the PharmD/MPH. Decisions for each portion of the degree of study are made separately. Applicants are recommended to complete and receive their offer to the PharmD program before submitting their application to the dual degree portion.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Program Description The UNT System College of Pharmacy is a part of The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth (HSC). Part of the University of North Texas System, it is a graduate-level institution located on a 33-acre campus in the Cultural Arts District of Fort, Worth, Texas. HSC consists of six colleges, offering degrees in Pharmacy, Osteopathic Medicine, Public Health, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant studies, Lifestyle Health Sciences and Coaching, Biomedical Sciences, and Nursing.

The Texas State Legislature approved The UNT System College of Pharmacy on September 1, 2011. Its first class was seated in Fall 2013 and graduated in May 2017. Full Accreditation Summer 2017.

https://www.unthsc.edu/college-of-pharmacy/

For questions related to our pharmacy program, please email admissions@unthsc.edu or call 817-735-2003.
Program Description Video:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Minimum Overall GPA: 0
Minimum Prerequisite GPA: 2.50
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants: All prerequisites need to be completed with a C or better. If a course has been failed or repeated, all attempts are used in the calculation of the grade point average. However, the Admissions Committee will consider upward grade trends.
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 72
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:
Total number of basic science college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
Provide any additional information regarding credit hour policies for applicants:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
List of Course Prerequisites:
Course Subject Course Title Semester Hours (Min) Quarter Hours (Min)
Biology/Biological Science Accept any 4-hour Biology course for science majors with lab 4
Biology/Biological Science Accept any 4-hour Biology course for science majors with lab 4
Microbiology Microbiology with lab 4
Anatomy Human Anatomy & Physiology with Lab OR Anatomy with lab (a stand-alone Anatomy course will be accepted). A stand-alone Physiology course will NOT be accepted. A&P II will NOT be accepted. 4
Biology/Biological Science Genetics* (for science majors) *Will accept Molecular Biology or Biochemistry in lieu of Genetics 3
Chemistry General Chemistry I with Lab (for science majors) 4
Chemistry General Chemistry II with Lab (for science majors) 4
Chemistry Organic Chemistry I with Lab (for science majors) 4
Chemistry Organic Chemistry II with Lab (for science majors) 4
Physics Physics with Lab (Math based - Algebra/Calculus for science majors) 4
Math Calculus I (Pre-Calculus will NOT be accepted in lieu of Calculus) 3
Statistics Statistics (Elementary Probability Statistics or Elementary Statistical Methods preferred) 3
English Composition / Writing English Composition I - any writing course that fulfills the Texas Common Core or its equivalent will be accepted 3
English Composition / Writing English Composition II - any writing course that fulfills the Texas Common Core or its equivalent will be accepted 3
Humanities Literature - we accept any sophomore-level literature 3
Humanities U.S. History I 3
Humanities U.S. History II 3
Other Political Science (U.S. Government) OR U.S. Constitution OR American Government 3
Humanities Fine Arts & Humanities elective 3
Social/Behavioral Science Social & Behavioral Science elective (i.e., Economics, Psychology, Sociology) 3
Communication / Speech (Verbal) Public Speaking 3
When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)? All prerequisites need to be completed by the end of Summer Session 1 (5-week session).
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
Enter any additional information regarding online course prerequisites: Science courses offered online must be for science majors and have the lab component included.
Can applicants use pass/fail 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
Enter any additional information regarding pass/fail course prerequisites: Pass/Fail course grades are acceptable to the College of Pharmacy for the academic semesters of Spring 2020, Fall 2020 and Spring 2021 due to academic impacts of Covid-19.
Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites: General Education Prerequisites Exemption – If you have (or will complete in May 2025) a Bachelor’s or higher degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, you may claim an exemption from the General Education Prerequisites. If you claim the General Education Prerequisites Exemption, only your Math and Science prerequisite coursework will be included in the GPA calculation. IMPORTANT – Claiming the General Education Prerequisites Exemption is optional. If you choose to claim the General Education Prerequisites Exemption, you must have a 2.5 GPA or higher in your Math & Science coursework to be considered for an interview.

Please see important information regarding completion of prerequisites in Summer Session I on our website (https://www.unthsc.edu/college-of-pharmacy/prerequisite-coursework/).
Link to additional course prerequisites information: https://www.unthsc.edu/college-of-pharmacy/prerequisite-coursework/
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Does your institution require applicants to submit a supplemental application or supplemental materials directly to the institution and outside of PharmCAS? No
Will your institution require a supplemental application fee? Yes
If yes, please enter the dollar amount: $50.00
Link to supplemental fee form or instructions: https://quikpayasp.com/unt/unt/unthsc_commerce_manager/payer.do?orderType=HSCAdmissions
Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements: HSC College of Pharmacy requires a supplemental application processing fee. All documents and questions are managed through the PharmCAS application.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
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
Does your program require pharmacy observation hours? Recommended, but not required
Please note any additional relevant information: It is strongly recommended to have community/volunteer service and pharmacy/healthcare experience. This could strengthen your application.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Are evaluations (letters of reference) required by your institution? Yes
 If yes, how many evaluations are required? Two (2)
Please indicate your evaluation type requirements. Select all that apply.
  • Clergy: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
  • Co-Worker: CONDITIONALLY 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
What is your college/school policy on committee letters? Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation? No
What is your college/school policy on composite letters? Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation? No
Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations: Letters of recommendation must be from a person who has preferably known you over six (6) months and can accurately comment on your academic, volunteer, and or employment experiences and attributes. Letters of recommendation from family members and friends will not be accepted. Two letters of recommendation are required; three are encouraged.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Is preference given to state residents? Yes
Is preference given to residents of other states? Yes
Additional information about the program’s state residency requirements: Please see our website for information about scholarships and awards offered by the UNT System College of Pharmacy in Fort Worth, Texas. Non-residents awarded a $1,000 competitive scholarship from HSC may also be eligible for in-state tuition.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Does your institution consider foreign citizens (excluding Canadian citizens)? Yes
Select the citizenship types eligible for admission: US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, Foreign (non-US) Citizens with a Visa, 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: International applicants must submit the following:
1. PharmCAS application
2. $50 Supplemental Application fee
3. An official transcript evaluation from World Education Services, Inc. (WES). Applicants with overseas transcripts must secure a course-by-course WES ICAP (submitted through PharmCAS).
4. Catalog course descriptions (submitted through PharmCAS in the Program Materials Section under Documents) for the specific courses you anticipate meeting prerequisite courses; syllabi may also be required.
5. Document, such as a degree plan, that serves to verify that science prerequisite courses are for science majors.

See below for English Language Proficiency Requirements and our website for other helpful information.

DACA students: Please reach out to our office for application instructions.
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: ELP Requirements
Proficiency in English is required; see HSC website for current minimum TOEFL score. Submit scores directly from TOEFL to PharmCAS using Code 8246.

Students (excluding F-1/J-1 students) who have completed at least 74 semester credit hours at an accredited United States university or college will not be required to submit passing TOEFL scores.
Does the institution offer a post-B.S. Pharm.D. program for current pharmacists who are already licensed in the U.S.? No
Does the institution consider foreign-educated pharmacists WITHOUT a U.S. license for admission to the entry-level Pharm.D. program? No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Interview Format: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Does the institution offer an online interview option? Yes
Briefly describe your institution's interview process: Selected applicants will be invited to an online admissions interview via Zoom video conferencing. Please note that not everyone who applies for admission is invited to interview. Interview is half-day (4 1/2 hours) in length.
Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description: https://www.unthsc.edu/college-of-pharmacy/about-us/admissions-information
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Is a deposit required to hold an acceptee's place in the class? Yes
Is the deposit refundable for any period of time? No
Enter details on the deposit (e.g. amount) and deposit refund policies: Seat deposit of $500 is required by given deadline provided on correspondence and enrollment/residency documents (forms sent by the Director of Admissions).

$500 will be applied to Fall 2025 tuition and fees. Seat deposit fees are non-refundable.
Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class: 2025-08-12
Additional details for accepted applicants: Relevant webpage will be shared with admitted students upon admission decision.
Are accepted applicants required to have CPR certification prior to matriculation? No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
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
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