Published Survey
Submission Number: 4187
Submission ID: 135
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Created: Mon, 09/02/2019 - 06:31
Completed: Thu, 06/08/2023 - 09:51
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Language: English

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Institution Name Lebanese American University
College or School Name School of Pharmacy
Short Name Lebanese American U
Banner Image: SOP Banner.png
If you need to post a notification below your institution name, please enter it here:
Street 1 School of Pharmacy
Street 2 Lebanese American University
Street 3
City Byblos
State No State
Zip N/A
Country Lebanon
Program Location: International - Lebanon
Admissions Office Contact(s):
  • Name: Lamis Karaoui
    Title: Assistant Dean for Student Affairs
    Office: CHSC 6105
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? We are not a participating PharmCAS institution
Application fee for PharmD (first professional) program for non-PharmCAS schools only: NA
Application Deadline - For non-PharmCAS participating schools only. November 30, 2023
Final Application Deadline Description:
What is the priority application deadline for your program? We are not a participating PharmCAS institution
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:
Does your program follow the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? No
Is your institution public or private? Private
Is your institution part of an academic health center? Yes
Academic Term Type: Semester (2 terms per academic year)
What is the primary program structure for the Pharm.D. curriculum? * 2 - 4
Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions? Not Required
Does your institution have alternative enrollment options available? No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class: 37
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Target number of Pharm.D. seats for the upcoming P1 entering class: 50
Maximum number of Pharm.D. seats available in the upcoming P1 entering class: 50
Anticipated number of early assurance students advancing to the P1 year in the upcoming entering class: 50
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: Other Dual Degrees
If other dual degrees, as defined above, please list: BS in Pharmacy
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:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Program Description https://pharmacy.lau.edu.lb/education/graduate/pharmd.php
Program Description Video:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Minimum Overall GPA: 2.5
Minimum Prerequisite GPA: N/A
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants:
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 70
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)
Other pre-pharmacy program 4
Chemistry Chemical Principles 3
Chemistry Organic Chemistry I + Lab 4
Chemistry Organic Chemistry II + Lab 4
Anatomy & Physiology Medical Anatomy and Physiology 4
Computer Science Computer Application to Pharmacy 2
Physiology Principles of Pathophysiology and Immunology 4
Microbiology Microbiological Basis of Disease 3
Statistics Statistics for Health Profession Majors 3
Biochemistry Medical Biochemistry 4
Physiology Systems Pathophysiology 4
General Elective(s) Liberal Arts Curriculum courses 15
English Composition / Writing English courses 6
Biology/Biological Science General Biology 4
When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)?
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:
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: Re. section 5 above: Pass/Non-Pass was adopted in Spring 2020/Summer 2020/Fall 2020/Spring 2021 due to disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. A specific number of courses (not all) can be selected by the student for the P/NP grading option.
Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites: http://pharmacy.lau.edu.lb/programs/curriculum/prepharmacy.php
Link to additional course prerequisites information:
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? We are not a participating PharmCAS institution
Will your institution require a supplemental application fee? No
Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Select the option that best describes the program’s PCAT policy: Not Required or Considered
Link to PCAT information on institutional website:
Additional PCAT information:
Minimum composite PCAT score considered: N/A
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
Does your program require pharmacy observation hours? Recommended, but not required
Please note any additional relevant information:
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? Three (3)
Please indicate your evaluation type requirements. Select all that apply.
  • Clergy: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Co-Worker: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Employer: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
  • Faculty Advisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Family Member: REQUIRED
  • Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Health Care Professional: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
  • Pharmacist: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
  • Politician: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Pre-Health Advisor: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Any Subject Area): CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Liberal Arts): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Science): REQUIRED
  • Supervisor: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
What is your college/school policy on committee letters? No Answer
What is your college/school policy on composite letters? No answer
Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations: An applicant must complete three recommendation forms by three different faculty members, among which at least two should be from LAU (School of Arts and Sciences, or other School) and at least one should be from a PHA course instructor.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
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:
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, US Temporary Residents, Canadian Citizens, Foreign (non-US) Citizens with a Visa, Foreign (non-US) Citizens
Policy for accepting non-U.S. coursework (excluding study abroad): Send an original foreign transcript directly to the school
Other clarifying information, if necessary: http://pharmacy.lau.edu.lb/admissions/bs-pharmacy.php
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:
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: Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI)
Does the institution offer an online interview option? No
Briefly describe your institution's interview process: Purpose: The LAU SOP recognizes that academic excellence is not the only benchmark for success. SOP uses multiple mini-interviews for candidates. This process allows interviewers to become acquainted with candidates. Structure: Each candidate visits three committees and each committee is responsible for assessing one theme and the student's attributes in 5 to 7-minute sessions for a 20-minute interview. Interview Content: Interview questions relate to the candidate's non-academic past experiences, performances and behaviors.
Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Is a deposit required to hold an acceptee's place in the class? No
Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class: 2023-09-01, 2024-08-29
Additional details for accepted applicants: https://www.lau.edu.lb/calendar/20232024/

https://www.lau.edu.lb/calendar/20242025/
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? We are not a participating PharmCAS institution
Is your institution participating in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service? We are not a participating PharmCAS institution
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
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