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Submission Number: 4196
Submission ID: 144
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Created: Fri, 09/06/2019 - 20:17
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Institution Name High Point University
College or School Name School of Pharmacy
Short Name High Point U
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If you need to post a notification below your institution name, please enter it here:
Street 1 Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy
Street 2 High Point University
Street 3 One University Parkway
City High Point
State North Carolina
Zip 27268
Country United States
Program Location: North Carolina
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 3, 2024
Final Application Deadline Description:
What is the priority application deadline for your program? None
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: 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.
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
Academic Term Type: Semester (2 terms per academic year)
What is the primary program structure for the Pharm.D. curriculum? * 4
Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions? Not Required
Does your institution have alternative enrollment options available? Yes
If Yes to alternate enrollment, check all that apply: Early assurance
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: 70
Anticipated number of early assurance students advancing to the P1 year in the upcoming entering class: 10
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: PharmD/MBA (Business Administration), PharmD/MHA (Healthcare Administration)
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: High Point University offers the opportunity for PharmD students to pursue an MBA degree with a healthcare management concentration or a Masters of Healthcare Administration (MHA) degree. Two courses in the PharmD program will count toward your MBA or MHA degree.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Program Description High Point University’s Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy (FWSOP) (www.highpoint.edu/pharmacy) trains clinicians through our integrated curriculum that weaves foundational basic pharmaceutical science courses with applied courses and practical clinical experiences by combining classroom learning with real world application. Live patient portrayals begin in the first semester and include opportunities for three years of transformational patient relationships. Small class sizes provide more patient interactions, more research opportunities, and greater student support. The FWSOP uses a holistic approach to evaluate applicants. More information about FWSOP’s admission factors, application process, and interview day can be found at www.highpoint.edu/pharmacy/admission-technical-standards and www.highpoint.edu/pharmacy/applicationprocess.
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: We take a holistic approach in considering applications. We do not have a minimum required GPA, but recommend 2.5 or above to be competitive.
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 65
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 28
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 98
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)
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 or 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
When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)? Prior to the start of orientation in August 2024
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: No
  • Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : No
  • Non-Science Course Prerequisites: No
Enter any additional information regarding pass/fail course prerequisites:
Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites: * 4 credit hours of Physiology are required but 6-8 credit hours of Human Anatomy & Physiology are recommended. One combined Anatomy and Physiology course should cover all major organ systems and include one hour of lab. Physiology courses in various disciplines are accepted.

* It is recommended that a total of 6 hours be taken in English composition courses. A 3-hour writing intensive Literature course may be accepted.

* Elective courses should be taken to reach the minimum requirement of 65 total semester hours.
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? 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
Select the option that best describes the program’s PCAT policy: Optional
Link to PCAT information on institutional website:
Additional PCAT information: Applicants are not required to submit a PCAT score. Submission of a PCAT score is recommended but not required for an applicant with a GPA below 3.0 in order to provide the Admissions Committee with more 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? Two (2)
Please indicate your evaluation type requirements. Select all that apply.
  • 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
What is your college/school policy on committee letters? Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation? No
What is your college/school policy on composite letters? Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation? No
Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations: The High Point University School of Pharmacy recommends one letter of reference be submitted by a pharmacist or other health care professional and another letter be written by a faculty member (science or math preferred).
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
Other clarifying information, if necessary: School only accepts transcript evaluations from WES.
Non-native speakers must submit official TOEFL scores? Yes
If the TOEFL is required for non-native English speakers, provide additional details about the requirement below: TOEFL score is required for applicants who learned English as a foreign language unless the applicant earned a degree from a U.S. college or university.
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? Yes
Enter any additional information for foreign-educated pharmacists without a U.S. license who are interested in the entry-level Pharm.D. program.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Interview Format: Individual applicants with one interviewer
Does the institution offer an online interview option? Yes
Briefly describe your institution's interview process: Your interview at High Point University's Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy is designed for you to learn more about our pharmacy program, faculty, and HPU. An applicant will be provided an overview of our program and 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 enjoy tours of the School of Pharmacy and the HPU campus.
Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description: http://www.highpoint.edu/pharmacy/applicationprocess/
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: 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).
Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class: 2024-08-05
Additional details for accepted applicants: The tentative first day of the Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy orientation is Monday, August 5, 2024 but that date is 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 13, 2024.
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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