We are excited to announce that our revised Pharmacy curriculum is now fully competency driven. We continue to innovate while integrating Northeastern University's tradition of experiential learning. Northeastern University Pharmacy students are eligible to participate in 2 6-month paid co-op experiences.
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We are excited to announce that our revised Pharmacy curriculum is now fully competency driven. We continue to innovate while integrating Northeastern University's tradition of experiential learning. Northeastern University Pharmacy students are eligible to participate in 2 6-month paid co-op experiences.
Northeastern University
School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
360 Huntington Avenue
Boston
Massachusetts
02115
United States
Massachusetts
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Name: Adrienne Gibbons
Title: Manager, Admissions and Enrollment
Office: School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Office of the Student Affairs
Email: PharmDAdmissions@northeastern.edu
Yes
Program Application Deadline
June 3, 2024
November 1, 2023
All applicants that submit a complete application before the November 1, deadline will be given priority consideration for scholarships.
Yes
Program Information
Full Accreditation
No
Private
No
Trimester with summer term
* Other
Direct-Entry students graduate with both a PharmD and MPH degree in just 5 years, saving one full year of study.
Required
Yes
Early assurance , Other
The PharmD/MPH dual degree is only offered through the direct-entry pathway.
However, the early assurance pathway and the transfer pathway offer a plus one MPH degree option. The plus one option is not available for those who apply through the direct-entry pathway.
However, the early assurance pathway and the transfer pathway offer a plus one MPH degree option. The plus one option is not available for those who apply through the direct-entry pathway.
Yes
Last Entering Class
64
Yes
Dual and Concurrent Degrees
Yes
PharmD/MPH (Public Health)
Yes
Yes
Program Description
The Doctor of Pharmacy/Masters in Public Health (PharmD/MPH) dual degree enables students to broaden the scope of their pharmacy training to include a public health perspective. Direct-Entry students can graduate with both a PharmD and MPH degree in just 5 years, saving one full year of study.
The Northeastern co-operative education (co-op) model is the only program of its kind among US pharmacy schools. PharmD/MPH direct-entry students participate in up to three co-op experiences (2 required pharmacy co-ops and one optional public health co-op), providing one full year of invaluable real-world experience. During the final year of the program, students complete the Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs) required of all PharmD programs.
Of the 6 six-week required rotations, one can be a public health-oriented placement. Additionally, in year 5, students take a Public Health Practicum in the fall and Public Health Capstone in the spring.
Co-op = More Experience: We are the only US school of pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences with a cooperative education (co-op) program. Students complete 2 full-time, 6-month, paid co-op experiences providing more than 4 times the number of IPPE hours as compared the most PharmD programs.
RESEARCH: We rank #1 in the nation among private schools of pharmacy in NIH funding
Success: Placement in residencies/fellowships, passing the NAPLEX, securing employment, pursuing advanced degrees: our students succeed
Northeastern University students have the #1 pass rate of the NAPLEX exam in Massachusetts at 84%. The average national first-time attempt pass rate is 80%
Of the students that elected to pursue a post-grad training program in 2023, 88% secured a position in a post-grad year 1 residency (national average match rate is 71%), 88% secured a post-grad year 2 residency (national average match rate is 83%)
Applying:
Rolling Admission: Applicants are evaluated, and decisions are made on a rolling basis
The Northeastern co-operative education (co-op) model is the only program of its kind among US pharmacy schools. PharmD/MPH direct-entry students participate in up to three co-op experiences (2 required pharmacy co-ops and one optional public health co-op), providing one full year of invaluable real-world experience. During the final year of the program, students complete the Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs) required of all PharmD programs.
Of the 6 six-week required rotations, one can be a public health-oriented placement. Additionally, in year 5, students take a Public Health Practicum in the fall and Public Health Capstone in the spring.
Co-op = More Experience: We are the only US school of pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences with a cooperative education (co-op) program. Students complete 2 full-time, 6-month, paid co-op experiences providing more than 4 times the number of IPPE hours as compared the most PharmD programs.
RESEARCH: We rank #1 in the nation among private schools of pharmacy in NIH funding
Success: Placement in residencies/fellowships, passing the NAPLEX, securing employment, pursuing advanced degrees: our students succeed
Northeastern University students have the #1 pass rate of the NAPLEX exam in Massachusetts at 84%. The average national first-time attempt pass rate is 80%
Of the students that elected to pursue a post-grad training program in 2023, 88% secured a position in a post-grad year 1 residency (national average match rate is 71%), 88% secured a post-grad year 2 residency (national average match rate is 83%)
Applying:
Rolling Admission: Applicants are evaluated, and decisions are made on a rolling basis
Yes
GPA and Credit Hour Criteria
2.50
2.00
A preferred cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.00 or higher AND cumulative undergraduate science GPA of 3.00 or higher
Once enrolled a PharmD student must maintain an overall 3.00 GPA to remain in good academic standing.
Once enrolled a PharmD student must maintain an overall 3.00 GPA to remain in good academic standing.
120
180
40
60
For questions about course stale dates please reach out to PharmDAdmissions@northeastern.edu
Yes
Course Prerequisites
| Course Subject | Course Title | Semester Hours (Min) | Quarter Hours (Min) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biology/Biological Science | General Biology I *must include at least one lab component between the two courses |
3 | 4.5 |
| Biology/Biological Science | General Biology II *must include at least one lab component between the two courses |
4 | 6 |
| Chemistry | General Chemistry I *must include at least one lab component between the two courses |
3 | 4.5 |
| Chemistry | General Chemistry II *must include at least one lab component between the two courses |
4 | 6 |
| Chemistry | Organic Chemistry I with lab *unlike with the 'general' chemistry requirement, the organic chemistry prerequisites must each have a lab |
4 | 6 |
| Chemistry | Organic Chemistry II with lab *unlike with the 'general' chemistry requirement, the organic chemistry prerequisites must each have a lab |
4 | 6 |
| Biochemistry | Biochemistry | 3 | 4.5 |
| Math | Calculus or other high-level math | 3 | 4.5 |
| Anatomy & Physiology | Human Anatomy & Physiology I |
3 | 4.5 |
| Anatomy & Physiology | Human Anatomy & Physiology II with Lab Notes on fulfilling the Human Anatomy & Physiology I and II Course Sequence: A total of 7 accredited semester hours of HUMAN-based Physiology and Anatomy are required by the program (which must include one lab). Courses designed for health professions are highly preferred. Please check with an advisor at your current institution to see which courses fit these requirements. If a general anatomy or physiology course is taken, 80% of the course content must be based on HUMAN systems. Most students fulfill this requirement by taking: OPTION 1: Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Human Anatomy and Physiology II (at least one lab as part of sequence) OPTION 2: Human Physiology I and Human Anatomy I (at least one lab as part of sequence) OPTION 3: Human Physiology I and Human Physiology II (at least one lab as part of sequence) |
4 | 6 |
| Humanities | Humanities | 4 | 6 |
Please reach out to PharmDAdmissions@northeastern.edu for further questions.
- Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: No
- Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Varies
- Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes
Please reach out to PharmDAdmissions@northeastern.edu for additional terms and conditions about online courses.
- Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Varies
- Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Varies
- Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes
Grades taken as Pass, Fail, or Satisfactory taken during the 2020-2021 COVID-19 pandemic will be accepted. Proof of institutional COVID-19 exceptional policies may be required.
*Must be taken at a locally and nationally accredited institution
*AP credits are accepted, as long as your transcripts show that the course was accepted there for credit
* 3.00 overall GPA average for prerequisite coursework is desired. You must have earned a 2.00 (grade of C) in order for a prerequisite course to count
*AP credits are accepted, as long as your transcripts show that the course was accepted there for credit
* 3.00 overall GPA average for prerequisite coursework is desired. You must have earned a 2.00 (grade of C) in order for a prerequisite course to count
Yes
Supplemental Materials
No
No
Yes
PCAT and Other Tests
Not Required or Considered
Not required or considered
No
Yes
Observation Hours
No
Yes
Evaluations (Letters of Reference)
Yes
Two (2)
- Clergy: NOT ACCEPTED
- Co-Worker: NOT ACCEPTED
- Employer: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Faculty Advisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
- Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
- Health Care Professional: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Pharmacist: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Politician: NOT ACCEPTED
- Pre-Health Advisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Professor (Any Subject Area): ACCEPTED
- Professor (Liberal Arts): ACCEPTED
- Professor (Math): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Professor (Science): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Supervisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Teaching Assistant: NOT ACCEPTED
Not Accepted
Not Accepted
Letters of reference must be received from two different individuals. Letters from family members, friends, or individuals who provide healthcare to the applicant are not accepted.
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
Northeastern University accepts international students and considers foreign prerequisite courses and degrees. However, we do not allow domestic-based or international students to enter the program with advanced academic standing. All successful applicants must complete the four full professional years at Northeastern to receive a PharmD. All transcripts must be submitted for verification through World Education Services (WES) Inc. A course-by-course GPA and degree equivalency evaluation is required. International students are required to complete all prerequisite coursework before matriculating. Any missing prerequisites will prevent a student from being invited to interview. Exceptions are not made for international students, concerning the number of accredited hours earned or grades obtained.
Yes
For students whose native language is not English, proof of English language proficiency is required. Minimum TOEFL scores 100, with a 25+ score in listening & a 25+ score in speaking.
Select code 8246 to report TOEFL to Northeastern.
Select code 8246 to report TOEFL to Northeastern.
Yes
Yes
Interviews
Individual applicants with one interviewer, Individual applicants with two or more interviewers, Other interview format
Yes, but only on a case-by-case basis
Qualified PharmCAS applicants will be contacted to schedule interview times. Interview days will include an overview of the program, meetings with faculty, current students, and Interviews. Co-op is a unique feature of the Northeastern PharmD program, and you will have an opportunity to hear first-hand about the amazing experiential education available.
Yes
Accepted Applicants
Yes
No
Northeastern University requires a $500 deposit. This deposit is applied to the 1st-semester fall tuition.
2023-09-05
No
Yes
Background Checks and Drug Screenings
No
No
Yes