Published Survey
Submission Number: 4196
Submission ID: 144
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Created: Fri, 09/06/2019 - 20:17
Completed: Wed, 06/10/2026 - 17:01
Changed: Wed, 07/08/2026 - 12:31

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Language: English

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Submitted to: Published Survey

Contact Information

Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy
High Point University
One University Parkway
High Point
North Carolina
27268
United States
North Carolina
Yes

Program Application Deadline

June 1, 2027
Our program uses a rolling application process. We encourage applying early in the cycle for the best opportunity to be considered for interviews and admission.
None
Yes

Program Information

Full Accreditation
HPU's Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy does not have satellite or branch campuses. All courses are taught on the HPU campus via personal, live instruction.
No
Private
No
Semester (2 terms per academic year)
2 years
Not Required
4 years
Yes
No
No
No
Yes

Last Entering Class

40
Yes

Dual and Concurrent Degrees

Yes
PharmD/MBA (Business Administration), PharmD/MHA (Healthcare Administration)
Yes
High Point University offers the opportunity for PharmD students to pursue an MBA degree with three optional concentrations including Healthcare Management or a Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) degree. Two courses in the PharmD program will count toward your MBA or MHA degree.
Yes

Program Description

The Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy at High Point University in High Point, North Carolina provides a student-centered Doctor of Pharmacy program that integrates biomedical sciences, clinical sciences, and hands-on patient care experiences from the beginning of the curriculum. Our integrated curriculum is designed to prepare students for the future of pharmacy practice by developing not only strong clinical knowledge and technical competence, but also the communication, leadership, professionalism, and critical thinking skills needed to excel as members of the healthcare team. At FWSOP, students learn in a supportive, relationship-centered environment where faculty mentorship, collaboration, and individualized attention are central to the student experience.

Located in High Point, North Carolina, FWSOP provides state-of-the-art facilities, leadership opportunities, dual degree options (MBA & MHA), small class sizes and individualized support that help students explore pharmacy career pathways and become compassionate healthcare professionals prepared to make a meaningful impact. Our PharmD students receive a personalized education for the future of pharmacy!

The FWSOP uses a holistic approach to evaluate applicants. More information about FWSOP’s admission factors, application process, scholarships and interview day can be found on our website.

Learn more here: https://www.highpoint.edu/pharmacy/

Yes

GPA and Credit Hour Criteria

N/A
N/A
We take a holistic approach in considering applications. We do not have a minimum required GPA. The minimum preferred Cumulative and Core GPAs to be considered for admission are 2.50 on a 4.00 scale.
65
28
98
Yes

Course Prerequisites

Course Subject Course Title Semester Hours (Min) Quarter Hours (Min)
Biology/Biological Science General Biology with lab 4 6
Chemistry General Chemistry I with lab 4 6
Chemistry General Chemistry II with lab 4 6
Chemistry Organic Chemistry I with lab 4 6
Chemistry Organic Chemistry II with lab 4 6
Microbiology Microbiology with lab 4 6
Physiology Human Physiology with lab* [This requirement can be met with Anatomy and Physiology I and II or an A&P course if it covers the whole body and includes a lab.] 4 6
Math Calculus I or Intro to Statistics 3 4
Communication / Speech (Verbal) Communication or Public Speaking 3 4
English Composition / Writing English I 3 4
English Composition / Writing English II 3 4
Humanities Humanities/Social Sciences 6 8
General Elective(s) 16
This offer of admission is contingent upon the final documentation, successful completion and submission of all entrance forms, prerequisite courses and other programmatic requirements. All prerequisites must be completed prior to fall semester matriculation with a grade of C- or higher. Final Transcripts for prerequisites must be submitted to the registrar by October 31.
  • Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Yes
  • Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes
  • Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes
All prerequisite coursework must be completed at a regionally accredited college or university.
  • Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: No
  • Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : No
  • Non-Science Course Prerequisites: No
Applicants do not have to complete all prerequisites before applying. Applicants with outstanding prerequisites must list planned coursework in PharmCAS. All admitted applicants will meet with an admissions coordinator to define a plan for completing remaining prerequisites. All admitted applicants applying during the 2026-2027 PharmCAS application cycle must complete 65 hours of coursework prior to matriculation into the Doctor of Pharmacy program.

(Note: Pre-Professional Requirements for the FWSOP PharmD program will change beginning with the 2027–2028 PharmCAS application cycle (Fall 2028 Cohort, FWSOP Class of 2032). See our website below for more information.)
Yes

Supplemental Materials

No
No
Yes

Standardized Tests

No
Yes

Observation Hours

Recommended, but not required
Yes

Evaluations (Letters of Reference)

Yes
Two (2)
  • Clergy: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Co-Worker: ACCEPTED
  • Employer: ACCEPTED
  • Faculty Advisor: ACCEPTED
  • Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Health Care Professional: ACCEPTED
  • Pharmacist: ACCEPTED
  • Politician: 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
Accepted
No
Accepted
No
The High Point University School of Pharmacy recommends, but does not require, that one letter of reference be submitted by a pharmacist or other health care professional and another letter be written by a professor.
Yes

Residency

No
No
Yes

International Applicants

Yes
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)
Send a foreign transcript evaluation report (FTER) to PharmCAS
School only accepts transcript evaluations from WES.
Yes
TOEFL score is required for international applicants who learned English as a foreign language unless the applicant earned a degree from a U.S. college or university.
No
Details on Post-B.S. Pharm.D. Programs
No
Yes

Interviews

Individual applicants with one interviewer
Yes
Your interview at High Point University’s Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy is an opportunity for you to explore our pharmacy program, meet our faculty and students, and gain a deeper understanding of what High Point University has to offer. Applicants will be provided an overview of our program, two individual interviews with faculty members as well as the opportunity to meet with pharmacy students to hear their perspective regarding the School of Pharmacy and HPU. Applicants will also be provided the opportunity to tour the School of Pharmacy and the HPU campus.
Yes

Accepted Applicants

Yes
No
The enrollment deposit of $250 is non-refundable. The entire amount is credited to your first term of enrollment at High Point University's Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy (credit card fees are paid by HPU).
2027-08-16
The tentative first day of the mandatory orientation for the Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy will be August 11, 2027 (subject to change). Incoming students are required to attend orientation in order to learn more about the pharmacy program and School of Pharmacy policies, download needed software on their computers, interact with classmates, meet current pharmacy students as well as faculty and staff, and participate in community service. Classes are expected to start on August 16, 2027.
No
Yes

Background Checks and Drug Screenings

Yes
No
Yes