The University of Findlay’s innovatively designed and delivered 4-year Online Doctor of Pharmacy (Distance PharmD) degree program blends the convenience of online didactic coursework – asynchronous with optional live study sessions with faculty – with valuable on-campus immersion experiences and experiential learning near your community.  Findlay offers a highly supportive and connected online community, with engaged faculty dedicated to each student’s success.
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Institution Name The University of Findlay – Distance Education Pathway
College or School Name College of Pharmacy
Short Name U of Findlay, The - Distance
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If you need to post a notification below your institution name, please enter it here: The University of Findlay’s innovatively designed and delivered 4-year Online Doctor of Pharmacy (Distance PharmD) degree program blends the convenience of online didactic coursework – asynchronous with optional live study sessions with faculty – with valuable on-campus immersion experiences and experiential learning near your community.  Findlay offers a highly supportive and connected online community, with engaged faculty dedicated to each student’s success.
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City Findlay
State Ohio
Zip 45840
Country United States
Program Location: Distance Pathway/Online
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, 2026
Final Application Deadline Description:
What is the priority application deadline for your program? March 2, 2026
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? Yes
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?  Yes
If “Yes” to alternate pathways to Pharm.D. degree completion, check all that apply: Online or distance-learning-based programs 
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class: 49
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Target number of Pharm.D. seats for the upcoming P1 entering class: 48
Maximum number of Pharm.D. seats available in the upcoming P1 entering class: 48
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? Yes
If yes, check all that apply: PharmD/MBA (Business Administration), PharmD/MSHI or MHIIM (Health Informatics)
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: ​At the University of Findlay, we offer our students outstanding opportunities to get the most out of their time at UF by simultaneously pursuing a second degree in either a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Science in Health Informatics (MSHI). ​​Please visit the following websites to learn more about each of our dual degree opportunities.
https://www.findlay.edu/pharmacy/pharm-d-mba
https://www.findlay.edu/pharmacy/pharm-d-health-informatics
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Program Description The University of Findlay’s innovatively designed and delivered 4-year Online Doctor of Pharmacy (Distance PharmD) degree program blends the convenience of online didactic coursework – asynchronous with optional live study sessions with faculty – with valuable on-campus immersion experiences and experiential learning near your community.  Findlay offers a highly supportive and connected online community, with engaged faculty dedicated to each student’s success.

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
Introductory (IPPE) and Advanced (APPE) Practice Experience are supervised, structured training experiences with a licensed pharmacist, in a clinical setting near your community.

IPPEs are completed in the first three years, 100 hours each year, in addition to the regular online coursework to help you gain confidence while building practical pharmaceutical and patient-focused communication skills.

APPEs are the full focus of the final year, a minimum of 1,440 hours – year 4 has no coursework. Students engage in direct patient care with nine 1-month rotations in settings that may include general medicine, ambulatory care, community pharmacy, geriatrics, and cardiology.

ON-CAMPUS IMMERSIONS
Each May during the first three years, students gain invaluable experience through one-week immersions featuring assessments, hands-on skill training, labs, simulations, and interdisciplinary and service-learning experiences.

STUDENT SUPPORT
Our Distance PharmD students are supported from enrollment through graduation, including dedicated experiential learning placement assistance, and benefit from the same resources and support as our on-campus students. You are part of the Findlay community.

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
The University of Findlay and ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy are nationally recognized by U.S. News & World Report. Our College of Pharmacy students graduate practice-ready, achieving high NAPLEX/MPJE Pass rates. (see links below)
Program Description Video:
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Minimum Overall GPA: 3.0
Minimum Prerequisite GPA: N/A
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants: The minimum recommended cumulative GPA from all institutions of higher education attended is 3.0, however, applicants with less than 3.0 may still be considered for acceptance into the program following a holistic admissions review process.
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 56
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 32
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 0
Total number of basic science college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 0
Provide any additional information regarding credit hour policies for applicants:
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List of Course Prerequisites:
Course Subject Course Title Semester Hours (Min) Quarter Hours (Min)
Biology/Biological Science Cell & Molecular Biology with Lab 4
Anatomy & Physiology Human Anatomy & Physiology I & II with Labs 8
Chemistry General Chemistry I & II with Labs 8
Chemistry Organic Chemistry I & II with Labs 8
English Composition / Writing College Writing II 3
Math Calculus I 4
Statistics Statistics 3
Physics Physics I with Labs OR Physics for Health Sciences 4
General Elective(s) General Education Courses*
(8 courses at 3 semester hours each, not including prerequisite requirements)
*Only necessary if applicant does not hold a Bachelor's degree.
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When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)? Course requirements must be completed prior to August 15, 2025 unless an exception is made by the College of Pharmacy.
*Applicants who have earned a bachelor’s degree will not be required to complete the University of Findlay’s general education (CORE+) coursework.
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:
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: Consideration will be given for courses listed as pass/fail, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites: Applicants must have a "C" or better in each required prerequisite course for which a grade was awarded.
Link to additional course prerequisites information: https://pharmdonline.findlay.edu/programs/online-pharm-d
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? No
Please indicate your evaluation type requirements. Select all that apply.
What is your college/school policy on committee letters? Conditionally required
Does it count as more than one evaluation? No
What is your college/school policy on composite letters? No answer
Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations: Though not required, letters of recommendation that are submitted may be utilized in a holistic admissions decision-making process.
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: Students from all states except Colorado and Puerto Rico are welcome to apply to Findlay’s Distance PharmD program
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, Foreign (non-US) Citizens with a Visa, 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: The University of Findlay only accepts course by course evaluations from WES and English translation is required.
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: Students, whose native language is not English and who have not graduated from a University of Findlay approved English speaking university, must meet all other admissions criteria and must also have a verified: IELTS of 7.5 composite score with all bands at 7 or above, or an equivalent score as indicated on the University of Findlay’s English Exam Admission Standards.
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: Offers to interview are based on completed applications, transcripts & test scores. Interviews are conducted on a rolling basis. Students will interview one-on-one, with a member of College of Pharmacy staff and be asked to write a short essay. Each interview will be approximately 60 minutes in length and is an important part of the admission decision. The essay consists of a response to a prompt provided during the interview and is to be completed electronically. A photo ID may be required.
Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description: https://pharmdonline.findlay.edu/application-process
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: Contact your advisor for more information on your deposit.
Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class: 2026-08-24
Additional details for accepted applicants: The Academic Calendar can be found at the following address:
https://findlay.smartcatalogiq.com/en/current/undergraduate-catalog/academic-calendar/
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? No
Is your institution participating in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service? No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
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