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Submission Number: 4197
Submission ID: 145
Submission UUID: 48cfa069-7d5c-4eb0-b510-7acc7408a5c8
Submission URI: /publishedsurvey
Submission Update: /publishedsurvey?token=3mFTW6vIY1dJQku467SlKv_vHAiYgxlNhqCPNLh6W5I
Created: Wed, 08/28/2019 - 09:17
Completed: Wed, 06/14/2023 - 17:06
Changed: Wed, 04/03/2024 - 15:35
Remote IP address: 206.178.203.28
Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English
Is draft: No
Webform: Pharm.D. School Directory
Submitted to: Published Survey
Contact Information ------------------- Banner Image:: Transparent_SoP Lockup v2 DEC2019.png If you need to post a notification below your institution name, please enter it here:: {Empty} Institution Address: -------------------- Street 1: 500 W. University Avenue Street 2: {Empty} Street 3: {Empty} City: El Paso State: Texas Zip: 79902 Country: United States Program Location:: Texas Admissions Office Contact(s):: - Name: Sergio Frias Office: Office of Student Affairs Phone (Work): 915-747-8688 Email: applypharmacy@utep.edu Institutional Website:: - http://www.utep.edu/pharmacy Contact Information Video:: {Empty} I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes Program Application Deadline ---------------------------- Final Application Deadline: --------------------------- What is the final (enforced) application deadline for your program?: June 3, 2024 Final Application Deadline Description:: {Empty} Priority Application Deadline: ------------------------------ What is the priority application deadline for your program? : None I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes Program Information ------------------- Please select the appropriate ACPE accreditation status for your institution from the list below:: Full Accreditation Satellite/Branch campuses:: {Empty} Does your program follow the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines?: Yes Is your institution public or private?: Public Is your institution part of an academic health center?: No Academic Term Type:: Semester (2 terms per academic year) Program Structure: ------------------ What is the primary program structure for the Pharm.D. curriculum?: * 4 Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions?: Not Required Alternative Enrollment Options: ------------------------------- Does your institution have alternative enrollment options available?: No I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes Last Entering Class ------------------- Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class:: 42 I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes Dual and Concurrent Degrees --------------------------- Dual Degree: ------------ 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?: No Provide any additional information regarding dual, concurrent, double, or second degree programs: : {Empty} I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes Program Description ------------------- Program Description: The University of Texas at El Paso School of Pharmacy (SoP) is committed to preparing IDEAL pharmacists to meet the needs of a 21st century demographic. Our vision is "to be a pioneer in the advancement of pharmacy education through Innovation, Diversity, Engagement, Access, and Leadership (IDEAL) in our community and beyond." The UTEP SoP Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) curriculum provides unique experiences to prepare its students. Some examples are: - Training in Technical Pharmacy Spanish - Study away/Study abroad experiences in locations such as Washington D.C., Nashville TN, Presidio TX, Ireland, Egypt, Spain - Research Methods - Robust interprofessional activities with nursing, medical, physical therapy, and other healthcare students We are looking for students who meet or believe the SoP will help them grow to meet our IDEAL. We are looking for a diverse student body with a variety of backgrounds, opinions, and experiences. Feel free to explore our website (www.utep.edu/pharmacy) to learn more about our innovative pharmacy program. Program Description Video:: {Empty} I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes GPA and Credit Hour Criteria ---------------------------- Minimum Overall GPA:: N/A Minimum Prerequisite GPA:: N/A Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants:: The UTEP School of Pharmacy has no minimum GPA requirements, but there are preferred GPA guidelines. Preferred Undergraduate Math/Science GPA: 3.2 Preferred Undergraduate Overall GPA: 2.75 Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 79 Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 40 Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: {Empty} Total number of basic science college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: {Empty} Provide any additional information regarding credit hour policies for applicants:: {Empty} I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes Course Prerequisites -------------------- List of Course Prerequisites:: Course Subject: Math Course Title: Calculus I (a course in Business Calculus does not meet the requirement) Semester Hours (Min): 3 --- Course Subject: Statistics Course Title: Elementary Statistical Methods (a course in Business/Psychology Statistics does not meet the requirement) Semester Hours (Min): 3 --- Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science Course Title: General Biology Semester Hours (Min): 3 --- Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science Course Title: General Biology II Semester Hours (Min): 3 --- Course Subject: Anatomy & Physiology Course Title: Human Anatomy/Physiology I with Lab (Can be fulfilled with a Human Anatomy only class with Lab) Semester Hours (Min): 4 --- Course Subject: Anatomy & Physiology Course Title: Human Anatomy/Physiology II with Lab (Can be fulfilled with a Human Physiology only class with Lab) Semester Hours (Min): 4 --- Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science Course Title: Genetics I or Molecular Biology Semester Hours (Min): 3 --- Course Subject: Chemistry Course Title: General Chemistry with Lab Semester Hours (Min): 4 --- Course Subject: Chemistry Course Title: General Chemistry II with Lab Semester Hours (Min): 4 --- Course Subject: Chemistry Course Title: Organic Chemistry I with Lab Semester Hours (Min): 4 --- Course Subject: Chemistry Course Title: Organic Chemistry II with Lab Semester Hours (Min): 4 --- Course Subject: Microbiology Course Title: General Microbiology with Lab Semester Hours (Min): 4 --- Course Subject: Physics Course Title: General Physics I Semester Hours (Min): 3 --- Course Subject: Foreign Language Course Title: Spanish Placement Exam (SPAN II or higher) If unable to test into Spanish II, 3 SCH will be required. Semester Hours (Min): 0 --- Course Subject: English Composition / Writing Course Title: Rhetoric and Composition I or English I (Core curriculum course) Semester Hours (Min): 3 --- Course Subject: English Composition / Writing Course Title: Rhetoric and Composition II or English II (Core curriculum course) Semester Hours (Min): 3 --- Course Subject: Humanities Course Title: Language, Philosophy & Culture (Core curriculum course) Semester Hours (Min): 3 --- Course Subject: Humanities Course Title: Creative Arts (Core curriculum course) Semester Hours (Min): 3 --- Course Subject: Humanities Course Title: History of the United States to 1865 (Core curriculum course) Semester Hours (Min): 3 --- Course Subject: Humanities Course Title: History of the United States Since 1865 (Core curriculum course) Semester Hours (Min): 3 --- Course Subject: Humanities Course Title: Introduction to Politics (Core curriculum course) Semester Hours (Min): 3 --- Course Subject: Humanities Course Title: American Government and Politics (Core curriculum course) Semester Hours (Min): 3 --- Course Subject: Social/Behavioral Science Course Title: Social & Behavioral Sciences (Core curriculum course) Semester Hours (Min): 3 --- Course Subject: Other Course Title: Component Area Option I (Core curriculum course) Semester Hours (Min): 3 --- Course Subject: Communication / Speech (Verbal) Course Title: Component Area Option II (Core curriculum course) Semester Hours (Min): 3 When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)?: All prerequisite courses must be completed prior to the first day of New Student Orientation, which is held two weeks before the Fall semester begins. Check the UTEP calendar to identify the first day of Fall 2024 classes: https://www.utep.edu/student-affairs/registrar/Academic%20Calendars/academic-calendar.html Applicants interviewed or accepted may be required to complete a math placement assessment to help determine need for noncredit math courses or tutoring. 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:: See our website for full details regarding the use of online courses to fulfill prerequisites: https://www.utep.edu/pharmacy/prospective-students/admissions-requirements.html 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:: See our website for full details regarding the use of pass/fail courses to fulfill prerequisites: https://www.utep.edu/pharmacy/prospective-students/admissions-requirements.html Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites:: Applicants who have earned a bachelor's degree must complete all math and science prerequisites, and the Spanish placement exam, but Core Curriculum requirements will be automatically marked complete. Applicants must be core-complete to be admitted to our program. If you do not have a bachelors degree please see the full list of UTEP courses that meet the Texas Core Curriculum at the following page: http://catalog.utep.edu/undergrad/core-curriculum/ Applicants who are applying from another Texas institution of higher education, and do not have a bachelor's degree, please see the Transfer student policies on the above page for rules on how your core curriculum will be accepted. The Spanish prerequisite can be completed by taking any college-level Spanish course, AP credit, dual credit, CLEP exam, or by taking the Spanish placement exam and placing into SPAN II or higher. Link to additional course prerequisites information:: https://www.utep.edu/pharmacy/prospective-students/admissions-requirements.html I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes Supplemental Materials ---------------------- Supplemental Requirements: -------------------------- Does your institution require applicants to submit a supplemental application or supplemental materials directly to the institution and outside of PharmCAS?: No Supplemental Application Fee: ----------------------------- Will your institution require a supplemental application fee?: Yes If yes, please enter the dollar amount:: $100 Link to supplemental fee form or instructions:: https://secure.touchnet.net/C21711_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=27&SINGLESTORE=true Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements:: {Empty} I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes PCAT and Other Tests -------------------- Select the option that best describes the program’s PCAT policy:: Not Required or Considered Link to PCAT information on institutional website:: {Empty} Additional PCAT information:: {Empty} Minimum composite PCAT score considered:: {Empty} Other Admission Tests: ---------------------- 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 Observation Hours ----------------- Observation Hours Required: --------------------------- Does your program require pharmacy observation hours?: Recommended, but not required Please note any additional relevant information:: {Empty} I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes Evaluations (Letters of Reference) ---------------------------------- Evaluations Required: --------------------- 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: ACCEPTED Faculty Advisor: ACCEPTED Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED Friend: NOT ACCEPTED Health Care Professional: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED Pharmacist: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED Politician: ACCEPTED Pre-Health Advisor: ACCEPTED Professor (Any Subject Area): ACCEPTED Professor (Liberal Arts): ACCEPTED Professor (Math): ACCEPTED Professor (Science): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED Supervisor: ACCEPTED Teaching Assistant: ACCEPTED Committee Letters: ------------------ What is your college/school policy on committee letters? : Recommended but not required Does it count as more than one evaluation?: No Composite Letters: ------------------ What is your college/school policy on composite letters?: Not Accepted Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations:: For a complete application, three (3) letters of recommendation must be submitted via PharmCAS. These letters should discuss your professional, research, academic, and service/civic experiences. Letters from family members, friends, or close relations are not accepted. It is strongly recommended that one letter be from a faculty member (all disciplines accepted, but a science faculty member is preferred), or healthcare professional. I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes Residency --------- 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:: {Empty} I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes International Applicants ------------------------ 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:: Our program only accepts 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: : All international students must submit their official TOEFL scores. TOEFL (paper based): Minimum score of 500. TOEFL Internet Based (IBT): Minimum score of 79. Regiser and request your score be sent to our program at www.ets.org/toefl. Our school code 6829. Post-B.S. Pharm.D. Programs for Current Pharmacists Licensed in the U.S. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 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 ---------------------------------------------------------------- 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.: {Empty} I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes Interviews ---------- Interview Format:: Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI) Does the institution offer an online interview option?: Yes Briefly describe your institution's interview process:: The UTEP School of Pharmacy (SoP) interview process consists of a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) and the Health Science Reasoning Test (HSRT). The MMI will assess non-cognitive qualities and how the applicant fits the UTEP SoP IDEAL vision. For more information see: https://www.utep.edu/pharmacy/prospective-students/interviewing.html For more information on the HSRT see: https://www.insightassessment.com/Products/Products-Summary/Critical-Thinking-Skills-Tests/Health-Sciences-Reasoning-Test-HSRT Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description:: https://www.utep.edu/pharmacy/prospective-students/interviewing.html I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes Accepted Applicants ------------------- Deposits: --------- 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 $200 deposit is non-refundable but will be distributed back to every admitted applicants account at the beginning of the Fall semester to be applied towards tuition and fees. Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class:: 2023-08-28 Additional details for accepted applicants:: The UTEP Academic Calendar can be found here: https://www.utep.edu/student-affairs/registrar/Academic%20Calendars/academic-calendar.html Are accepted applicants required to have CPR certification prior to matriculation?: Yes I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes Background Checks and Drug Screenings ------------------------------------- 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