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Submission Number: 4165
Submission ID: 113
Submission UUID: ae2fa2c4-9271-48ae-a578-4a3ce12986cb
Submission URI: /publishedsurvey
Submission Update: /publishedsurvey?token=O-uEF9EPL-Sxp8lwrfv8lshAqjLZypELTuhI9lvjkDE
Created: Fri, 08/23/2019 - 23:52
Completed: Tue, 06/15/2021 - 15:34
Changed: Tue, 06/15/2021 - 17:17
Remote IP address: 56.65.153.181
Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English
Is draft: No
Current page: Complete
Webform: Pharm.D. School Directory
Submitted to: Published Survey
Contact Information
West Coast University
School of Pharmacy
590 North Vermont Avenue
Los Angeles
California
90004
United States
California
-
Name: Christina Collard
Title: Admissions Advisor, School of Pharmacy
Office: Admissions
Phone (Work): 323-284-7904
Email: ccollard@westcoastuniversity.edu -
Name: Karen Hassell
Title: Dean, School of Pharmacy
Office: Executive Faculty Office
Phone (Work): 323 454 5058
Email: KHassell@westcoastuniversity.edu -
Name: Ettie Rosenberg
Title: Assistant Dean of Student Affairs Professor, Pharmacy Practice
Office: Student Affairs
Phone (Work): 323- 454-5024
Email: eRosenberg@westcoastuniversity.edu
Yes
Program Application Deadline
June 1, 2022
None
Yes
Program Information
Full Accreditation
Yes
Private
No
Semester (2 terms per academic year)
* 4
Preferred
No
Yes
Last Entering Class
61
Yes
Dual and Concurrent Degrees
No
No
Yes
Program Description
The School of Pharmacy curriculum is designed as a professional, four-year Doctor of Pharmacy program that encompasses didactic, laboratory, and experiential learning. Our rigorous curriculum will prepare students to become competent, caring, and contemporary pharmacy practitioners by engaging students with highly qualified faculty who are accessible and available to meet with students who require additional personal assistance. Our interactive-learning environment emphasizes expanded clinical experiences, including interprofessional experiences with other health science programs, the extensive use of technology, and outreach activities with other students. Additional information on the program can be found at: https://westcoastuniversity.edu/programs/doctor-pharmacy.html
Yes
GPA and Credit Hour Criteria
2.50
2.50
63
34
94.5
Yes
Course Prerequisites
Course Subject | Course Title | Semester Hours (Min) | Quarter Hours (Min) |
---|---|---|---|
Chemistry | General Chemistry (with laboratory) | 8 | 12 |
Chemistry | Organic Chemistry (with laboratory) | 8 | 12 |
Biology/Biological Science | General Biology (with Cell Biology) | 8 | 12 |
Physiology | Human/Mammalian Physiology (with laboratory) | 3 | 4.5 |
Anatomy | Human Anatomy (with laboratory) | 3 | 4.5 |
Microbiology | Microbiology (with laboratory) | 3 | 4.5 |
Biochemistry | Biochemistry | 3 | 4.5 |
Economics | Economics (Micro, Macro or General) | 3 | 4.5 |
Math | Calculus (with Analytical Geometry) | 3 | 4.5 |
Statistics | Statistics | 3 | 4.5 |
Communication / Speech (Verbal) | Speech Communication/Public Speaking/ Interpersonal Communication or Debate | 3 | 4.5 |
English Composition / Writing | English Composition | 6 | 9 |
Social/Behavioral Science | Psychology or Sociology | 3 | 4.5 |
General Elective(s) | General Electives in Humanities and Social/Behavioral science | 6 | 9 |
Prior to the start of Fall 2022-2023
- Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: No
- Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Varies
- Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Varies
- Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: No
- Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : No
- Non-Science Course Prerequisites: No
Applicants must provide evidence of successful completion of the required pre-pharmacy coursework from a regionally accredited college or university in the United States. Completion of prerequisite coursework with cumulative and math/science grade point averages of 2.50 or higher is preferred. Coursework from international institutions must be assessed by a credential evaluation service. The applicant must be in good academic standing at each college or university attended. All prerequisite coursework must be completed with a grade of "C" (2.0 on a 4.0 scale) or better and must be completed by Spring 2022. Additionally, any math and science coursework taken over 10 years ago will not be considered.
Preferred Coursework (not required): Physics with Laboratory (may be non-calculus based) 4 semester credits or 6 quarter credits
Preferred Coursework (not required): Physics with Laboratory (may be non-calculus based) 4 semester credits or 6 quarter credits
Yes
Supplemental Materials
No
No
Yes
PCAT and Other Tests
Not Required or Considered
N/A
No
Yes
Observation Hours
No
Yes
Evaluations (Letters of Reference)
Yes
Three (3)
- Clergy: ACCEPTED
- Employer: ACCEPTED
- Faculty Advisor: ACCEPTED
- Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
- Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
- Health Care Professional: ACCEPTED
- Pharmacist: ACCEPTED
- Pre-Health Advisor: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
- Professor (Liberal Arts): ACCEPTED
- Professor (Math): REQUIRED
- Professor (Science): REQUIRED
- Supervisor: ACCEPTED
Conditionally accepted
Letter must be signed by all committee members.
No
Conditionally accepted
Letter must be signed by all committee members.
No
Three letters of recommendation are required: Two letters of recommendation are required from math/science professors A third letter from the following list will be accepted: - Pharmacist (supervisor) - Math/Science professor - Employer (supervisor) - Healthcare professional (supervisor) - Liberal Arts professor
Yes
Residency
No
No
Yes
International Applicants
Yes
US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, Foreign (non-US) Citizens with a Visa
Send a foreign transcript evaluation report (FTER) to PharmCAS
International applicants must provide evidence of successful completion of the required pre-pharmacy coursework. Coursework from international institutions must be assessed by a credential evaluation service.
No
No
Yes
Interviews
Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Yes, but only on a case-by-case basis
The purpose of the interview is to determine the applicant's potential for success in the Doctor of Pharmacy program and the candidate's oral communication skills. Candidates will also be required to write an extemporaneous essay on an assigned topic to assess their writing skills. During the day of the interview, a brief curricular overview will be presented and a tour of the School will be provided.
Yes
Accepted Applicants
Yes
Yes
Applicants will be required to make a $500.00 payment for a seat deposit. The seat deposit will be credited to your program costs. The University will retain a maximum of $175.00 of this deposit should you cancel your enrollment within seven calendar days (excluding holidays) of enrollment or by the seventh calendar day of the first term, whichever is later. The seat deposit is fully refundable if you are not admitted as a result of your background check. Deposits may be paid by credit card on line, money order or cashier's check made out to West Coast University. PERSONAL CHECKS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
- Aug 15, 2022
- Aug 22, 2022
No
Yes
Background Checks and Drug Screenings
No
No
Yes