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Submission Number: 4189
Submission ID: 137
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Created: Thu, 09/12/2019 - 15:37
Completed: Wed, 06/24/2026 - 13:49
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Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English

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Institution Name Keck Graduate Institute
College or School Name School of Pharmacy
Short Name Keck Graduate Inst
Banner Image: PharmCAS_App_Header.png
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Street 1 535 Watson Dr.
Street 2
Street 3
City Claremont
State California
Zip 91711
Country United States
Program Location: California
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? June 1, 2027
Final Application Deadline Description:
What is the priority application deadline for your program? January 4, 2027
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:
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? No
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?  No
Does your program have affiliation or articulation agreements with undergraduate institutions for admissions? Contact the program directly for additional details.  No
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?  No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class: 41
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: 80
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? No
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: In addition to the PharmD, students may pursue a concurrent master's degree:
MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences (MSPS): Advanced training in drug discovery, design, and delivery, preparing graduates for careers in the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, academic, and government sectors.
MS in Population Health Sciences (MSPHS): Focuses on pharmaceutical care, population health, and healthcare system transformation to improve health outcomes at the patient and community levels.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Program Description At Keck Graduate Institute (KGI), we prepare future pharmacists for the full spectrum of career opportunities in pharmacy. While our graduates are fully prepared for traditional careers in community pharmacy, hospital and health-system practice, ambulatory care, and residency training, they also gain unparalleled exposure to the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries—opening doors to career paths that are rarely emphasized in traditional PharmD programs.

Students personalize their education by selecting one of three career-focused PharmD certificates at the end of their second professional year:
o Medication Therapy Outcomes – prepares students for careers in community, ambulatory, hospital, and health-system pharmacy.
o Pharmacy Informatics and Healthcare Management – prepares students for careers in pharmacy informatics, digital health, healthcare management, and healthcare technology.
o Medical and Clinical Affairs – prepares students for careers in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, including medical affairs, clinical development, regulatory affairs, and related fields.
These certificates allow students to tailor their education to their professional interests while developing specialized knowledge that distinguishes them in the job market.

Our small class sizes create a highly personalized educational experience where students work closely with faculty mentors, receive individualized advising, participate in research and leadership opportunities, and develop the professional skills needed to thrive in an evolving healthcare landscape. Our integrated curriculum builds the knowledge, clinical skills, and professional attitudes necessary to become confident, practice-ready pharmacists through active, team-based learning and real-world patient care experiences.

LEARN MORE -
Website: www.kgi.edu/pharmd
Email admissions: admissions@kgi.edu
Program Description Video:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Minimum Overall GPA: N/A
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: 43
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 37
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: The total number of college Semester Hours (including basic math and science college Semester Hours) that must be completed prior to matriculation for those with a bachelor's degree is 31 Semester Hours.

The total number of college Semester Hours (including basic math and science college Semester Hours) that must be completed prior to matriculation for those without a bachelor's degree is 43 Semester Hours.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
List of Course Prerequisites:
Course Subject Course Title Semester Hours (Min) Quarter Hours (Min)
Chemistry General Chemistry I w/ lab 4 6
Chemistry General Chemistry II w/ lab 4 6
Chemistry Organic Chemistry I w/ lab 4 6
Chemistry Organic Chemistry II w/ lab 4 6
Biology/Biological Science General Biology I 3 4
Biology/Biological Science General Biology II 3 4
Physics Anatomy or Physiology 3 4
Statistics Physics or Economics or Statistics 3 4
Math College Algebra or Trigonometry or Pre-Calculus 3 4
Science/Math Elective(s) Biochemistry, Microbiology, Physiology or Anatomy or Physiology II, Upper-level Biology, Immunology, Histology, Genetics/Genomics, Statistics, Economics 6 9
Humanities English Composition, English, Public Speaking, Speech, Communications, History, Literature, Philosophy, Fine Art, Ethics, Classics, Religion/Religious Studies, Ethnic Studies 3 4
Social/Behavioral Science Anthropology, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Business, Psychobiology 3 4
When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)? All prerequisites must be completed by the end of the fall semester after matriculation..
Can applicants use online classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?
  • Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Varies
  • 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: Yes, but only if no letter grade option available
  • Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes, but only if no letter grade option available
  • Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes, but only if no letter grade option available
Enter any additional information regarding pass/fail course prerequisites:
Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites: Applicants must receive a "C" or better in all prerequisite courses.

Science prerequisite courses must be no more than 10 years old.

Applicants receiving a Bachelor's degree only must complete General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, General Biology, Statistics (Physics or Economics or Statistics), and Physiology (Anatomy or Physiology), and College Algebra (or Trigonometry or Pre-Calculus) requirements. Applicants not receiving a Bachelor's degree must complete all listed requirements.
Link to additional course prerequisites information: https://www.kgi.edu/academics/degrees-certificates/doctor-of-pharmacy/pharmd-application-procedures-requirements/
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? No
Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements:
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? No
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? One (1)
Please indicate your evaluation type requirements. Select all that apply.
  • Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Friend: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Any Subject Area): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Supervisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
What is your college/school policy on committee letters? Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation? Varies
What is your college/school policy on composite letters? Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation? Varies
Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations: Letters of Reference: One required, may be from a professor or instructor with whom the applicant has taken an academic course or a work supervisor. Contact information for 1 professional reference may be submitted in lieu of a Letter of Recommendation.
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, 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: Keck Graduate Institute has received Approval of School for Attendance by "Nonimmigrant Student” for the PharmD program with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Upon approval, KGI will be able to issue I-20s to students wishing to apply for an F-1 student visa.
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: Other interview format
Does the institution offer an online interview option? Yes
Briefly describe your institution's interview process: Applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted with the interview dates. Past candidates have found that the combination of activities throughout the interview day help them get to know the school and its cutting-edge, personalized environment. Group activities reflect the active learning approach of the school and one-on-one interviews allow candidates to experience the level of engagement of KGI's entrepreneurial setting.
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? Yes
Is the deposit refundable for any period of time? No
Enter details on the deposit (e.g. amount) and deposit refund policies: Applicants accepted prior to March 1 will be required to pay an initial, non-refundable deposit of $250, due within ten business days of the admission email date. A second, non-refundable deposit of $250 will be required on or before March 1. Applicants accepted after March 1 will be required to pay a single, non-refundable deposit of $500. All retained deposits for matriculating students will go towards tuition costs.
Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class: 2027-08-23
Additional details for accepted applicants: Orientation for the program will begin the week of August 23, 2027 with attendance being mandatory. Following Orientation, students will participate in Academic Prologue leading up to the first day of classes.
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? Yes
Is your institution participating in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service? Yes
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
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