Contact Information
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Institution Address:
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Street 1: the University of Kansas
Street 2: 2010 Becker Drive
Street 3: Suite 3045
City: Lawrence
State: Kansas
Zip: 660047
Country: United States

Program Location:: Kansas
Admissions Office Contact(s)::
- Name: Chris Claussen
  Title: Recruitment & Admissions Coordinator
  Office: KU School of Pharmacy
  Phone (Work): 7858640098
  Email: RxAdmissions@KU.edu

Institutional Website::
- https://pharmacy.ku.edu
- https://pharmacy.ku.edu/pharmd

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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 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? : April 1, 2026
Describe any requirements or incentives for applicants who apply by the priority deadline. :
Apply prior to the June 1 deadline to ensure your best opportunities at KU for financial aid and preferred campus placement.


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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 
Satellite/Branch campuses:: KU School of Pharmacy-Wichita, 1010 N. Kansas St., Wichita, KS 67214
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
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? : 2 years

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? : Yes

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. : No

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::
Completion of the KU Pre-Pharmacy course requirements, plus admission to the KU PharmD program and completion of the first two years of the KU PharmD program, results in eligibility for the KU Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmaceutical Studies (BSPS) at the mid-point of the KU PharmD curriculum.  There is not an option to complete other bachelor's degrees during PharmD study at KU.


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:: 107
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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/MS (Master of Science), PharmD/MSCR (Clinical Research), Other Dual Degrees
If other dual degrees, as defined above, please list::
PharmD/BS (pharmaceutical studies)


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 contact associate dean Janelle Ruisinger for more information.

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Program Description
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Program Description:
The University of Kansas (KU) School of Pharmacy is a world-class teaching and research institution founded in 1885 and a member of the prestigious American Association of Universities (AAU). The KU School of Pharmacy ranks in the top 20% of schools of pharmacy according to US News and World Report and has consistently been a top 10 school in National Institutes of Health funding for over two decades. The graduating class of 2022 achieved a 99% first-time pass rate on the North American Pharmacists Licensure Exam (NAPLEX) and 99% on the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination (MPJE). We educate researchers who help solve the world’s most pressing issues in healthcare. Our rich tradition, combined with a collaborative relationship between our Pharm.D. and research programs, sets us apart from other schools. KU students learn from many of the 400+ faculty and clinical preceptors, representing a vast array of practice settings and clinical expertise. Students also learn the basic science principles of drug therapy from world–renowned researchers involved in the discovery of 24 marketed drugs. Our students graduate with a broad understanding of pharmacy, from discovery and formulation to delivery. Students enter our professional program after completing two years of pre-pharmacy coursework. The KU School of Pharmacy is one school, with a presence on three campuses, Lawrence, KU Medical Center in Wichita and KU Medical Center in Kansas City. Approximately three quarters of a million dollars of scholarship money is awarded annually to pharmacy students. Reduced out-of-state tuition is available for qualified applicants. For more program information see our website: pharmacy.ku.edu.


Program Description Video::
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GPA and Credit Hour Criteria
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Minimum Overall GPA:: 2.5
Minimum Prerequisite GPA:: 2.5
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants::
High School students interested in the Early Assurance pathway should contact Chris Claussen or KU-Admissions regarding GPA requirements. 

Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 67
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 40
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Provide any additional information regarding credit hour policies for applicants::
When transferring to KU, prerequisite lectures+labs may vary in credit hours but are often equivalent to KU School of Pharmacy requirements. For more information, please contact KU School of Pharmacy recruitment & admissions coordinator Chris Claussen (Claussen@KU.edu).

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Course Prerequisites
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List of Course Prerequisites::
Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General Chemistry 1 with lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 0
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General Chemistry 2 with lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 0
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry 1  with lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 0
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry 2  with lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: Molecular & Cellular Biology (lab not required)
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 0
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Course Subject: Anatomy
Course Title: Human anatomy (lab not required)
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 0
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Course Subject: Microbiology
Course Title: Microbiology with lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 0
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Course Subject: Physiology
Course Title: Physiology with lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 0
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Course Subject: Math
Course Title: Calculus
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 0
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Course Subject: Statistics
Course Title: Statistics
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 0
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Course Subject: Physics
Course Title: Physics with lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 0
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Course Subject: English Composition / Writing
Course Title: English Composition 1
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 0
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Course Subject: English Composition / Writing
Course Title: English Composition 2
Semester Hours (Min): 3
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Course Subject: Communication / Speech (Verbal)
Course Title: Public Speaking
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 0
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Course Subject: Humanities
Course Title: ONE arts/humanities course from KU Core 34 category/code "AH."  See https://kucore.ku.edu/courses for applicable options.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 0
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Course Subject: Social/Behavioral Science
Course Title: ONE social/behavioral science course from KU Core 34 category/code "SBS."  See https://kucore.ku.edu/courses for applicable options.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 0
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Course Subject: Other
Course Title: ONE U.S. culture course from KU Core 34 category/code "USC."  See https://kucore.ku.edu/courses for applicable options.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 0
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Course Subject: Other
Course Title: ONE global culture course from KU Core 34 category/code "GLBC."  See https://kucore.ku.edu/courses for applicable options.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 0
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Course Subject: Other
Course Title: Relevant elective(s), as needed, to reach the minimum required 67 total earned credit hours prior to entering the KU PharmD program.  Elective credit may be necessary to reach 67 earned credits if one's science labs consist of less than two credit hours each.

When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)?:
All prerequisites must be documented complete, with an official transcript showing satisfactory grade, by the start of fall 2026 classes (August 2026).

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::
Question?  Please contact us at RxAdmissions@KU.edu

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::
Please contact us at RxAdmissions@KU.edu with questions pertaining to pass/fail grading and minimum grade requirements.

Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites::
Pre-Pharmacy courses completed at institutions other than KU that satisfy the KU School of Pharmacy prerequisite requirements commonly differ in credit hours. Transfer students are encouraged to contact the KU School of Pharmacy with questions about course equivalency.  For additional information about our pre-pharmacy course requirements, see Pharmacy.KU.edu/prerequisites.

Link to additional course prerequisites information:: https://Pharmacy.KU.edu/prerequisites
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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?: Yes
Link to Supplemental Instructions: : https://admissions.ku.edu/apply

Supplemental Application Fee:
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Will your institution require a supplemental application fee?: Yes
If yes, please enter the dollar amount:: $40
Link to supplemental fee form or instructions:: https://admissions.ku.edu/apply

Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements::
In addition to PharmCAS, the KU School of Pharmacy requires a supplemental application:  the KU (undergraduate) transfer admission application.  Please visit https://admissions.ku.edu/apply to complete this supplemental application in addition to PharmCAS.  This institutional application is required for financial aid and scholarship consideration.  For international students, this institutional application is what initiates the official evaluation of international transcripts.

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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

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Observation Hours
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Observation Hours Required:
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Does your program require pharmacy observation hours?: Recommended, but not required
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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: ACCEPTED
Co-Worker: ACCEPTED
Employer: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Faculty Advisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
Friend: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
Health Care Professional: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Pharmacist: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Politician: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
Pre-Health Advisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Professor (Any Subject Area): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Professor (Liberal Arts): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Professor (Math): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Professor (Science): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Supervisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Teaching Assistant: ACCEPTED

Committee Letters:
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What is your college/school policy on committee letters? : Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation?: No

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

Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations::
Each applicant must submit three letters of recommendation via PharmCAS. We recommend that your references be current and include a professor and present or former employer with whom you have interacted within the past 24 months. It is recommended but not necessary you have one letter from a pharmacist or other healthcare professional.

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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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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, US Temporary 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::
Foreign Transcript Evaluations:  Students with coursework completed at foreign institutions seeking admission to the KU School of Pharmacy are required to submit official and original transcripts to the University of Kansas Office of International Admissions. Transfer students are encouraged to initiate this process early in the fall semester as evaluations can take several weeks to complete.
International applicants are also required to submit the KU International Admission application as their supplemental application.  Please see https://world.ku.edu for more information.

Non-native speakers must submit official TOEFL scores?: No
If the TOEFL is required for non-native English speakers, provide additional details about the requirement below: :
Applicants who are admitted for whom English is a second language must take an English skills competency examintion through the University of Kansas Applied English Center.  For more information, please see https://world.ku.edu and/or contact World@KU.edu.

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.:
Foreign-educated pharmacists (without U.S. licensure) are subject to the same KU PharmD admission requirements as any other applicant.


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Interviews
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Interview Format:: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Does the institution offer an online interview option?: Yes, but only on a case-by-case basis
Briefly describe your institution's interview process::
Qualified applicants are invited for an interview.  Interviews are scheduled beginning in September, and held on a rolling basis throughout the academic year.  Committee members look for students with good communication skills, emotional maturity, leadership, professionalism, understanding of the pharmacy profession, and an interest in service to community.  Job shadowing or work experience in a pharmacy or a healthcare setting is encouraged.
The interview process is an opportunity for applicants to interact with current KU School of Pharmacy students. 

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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?: No
Enter details on the deposit (e.g. amount) and deposit refund policies::
A $100 non-refundable deposit secures the admitted student's seat in the KU PharmD program.  This deposit is non-refundable, but is credited to the student's KU account for the P1 fall semester tuition at the University of Kansas.


Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class:: 2026-08-15
Additional details for accepted applicants::
Again, the supplemental (KU admission) application must be complete in order to to enter the KU School of Pharmacy and/or enroll in University of Kansas classes.
The KU School of Pharmacy holds P1 Orientation on the last Thursday & Friday of the week before fall semester classes start (Thursday-Wichita, Friday-Lawrence/all).
Questions?  Please contact us at RxAdmissions@KU.edu


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