This application is NOT for high school interested in applying to Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy. Please utilize the common application or apply directly to Wilkes at https://www.wilkes.edu/apply if you are a high school senior. This application is only for students who are current sophomores in the PPGS program.
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Submission Number: 4255
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Contact Information
This application is NOT for high school interested in applying to Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy. Please utilize the common application or apply directly to Wilkes at https://www.wilkes.edu/apply if you are a high school senior. This application is only for students who are current sophomores in the PPGS program.
84 West South Street
Dean's Office, SLC 117
Wilkes-Barre
Pennsylvania
18766
United States
Pennsylvania
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Name: Justin Collins
Title: Director of Admissions & Student Affairs
Office: Nesbitt School of Pharmacy
Phone (Work): 570-408-4122
Email: justin.collins@wilkes.edu
Yes
Program Application Deadline
June 2, 2025
Wilkes University utilizes rolling admissions. Candidates are evaluated as applications come in. Seats may be filled prior to the deadline. We recommend you apply early.
None
Yes
Program Information
Full Accreditation
n/a
No
Private
No
Semester (2 terms per academic year)
Not Required
4 years
Yes
Yes
Yes
All students must earn a bachelor's degree if they do not have one prior to enrolling the PharmD professional phase of the program. All General Education requirements and degree requirements set forth by Wilkes University must be met. Students in the early assurance program have these requirements built into their coursework.
No
Yes
Last Entering Class
57
Yes
Dual and Concurrent Degrees
Yes
PharmD/MBA (Business Administration)
Yes
We offer a Spanish Concentration and Public Health Concentration. Additionally, we offer a Wilkes University Cannabis Production and CBD Extraction Certificate. Students can earn a second degree in any major or minor offered at Wilkes University.
Yes
Program Description
The Wilkes University School of Pharmacy provides a dynamic, challenging and comprehensive curriculum, focused on the evolving profession, that will serve as the foundation for life long learning and practice. Our graduates will be able to provide quality patient care in a wide range of health systems, in metropolitan and rural areas, and serve as leaders in the profession. Our smaller size allows us to function within a student-centered environment providing individualized attention and mentorship.
https://www.wilkes.edu/pharm
https://www.wilkes.edu/pharm
Yes
GPA and Credit Hour Criteria
2.5
2.5
We do not accept grades under a 2.0 (C). Additionally, we do not accept grade replacements for grades of a 2.0 (C) or higher. Only courses in which a grade lower than a 2.0 (C) are eligible for grade replacement.
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Essentials of Organic Chemistry (Wilkes course number 235/237) is accepted in place of Organic 1 and Organic 2.
**Please note that a curricular update will alter prerequisite requirements for students entering pharmacy school (P1) in fall 2026. Please contact us for further information if your anticipated start date is fall 2026.
**Please note that a curricular update will alter prerequisite requirements for students entering pharmacy school (P1) in fall 2026. Please contact us for further information if your anticipated start date is fall 2026.
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Course Prerequisites
| Course Subject | Course Title | Semester Hours (Min) | Quarter Hours (Min) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biology/Biological Science | General Biology 1 I with lab | 4 | |
| Biology/Biological Science | General Biology II with lab | 4 | |
| Math | Calculus | 4 | |
| Communication / Speech (Verbal) | Oral Communications | 3 | |
| Economics | Microeconomics | 3 | |
| Physics | General Physics | 3 | |
| Statistics | Statistics | 3 | |
| Chemistry | General Chemistry I with lab | 4 | |
| Chemistry | General Chemistry II with lab | 4 | |
| Chemistry | Organic Chemistry I with lab | 4 | |
| Chemistry | Organic Chemistry II with lab | 4 |
All prerequisites must be completed by the spring of the year prior to admission. Under certain circumstances, summer courses may be considered based on the completion date of the course.
Students who have already completed an economics course may submit a course description/syllabus for review.
Students who have already completed an economics course may submit a course description/syllabus for review.
- Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Varies
- Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes
- Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes
- Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Yes
- Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes
- Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes
The pass must be equivalent to a 2.0 ( C ) or higher.
Candidates that have summer prerequisite courses to complete may apply for summer admission, if seats are available, or be placed on the waitlist. AP credits may be accepted for some courses. The score required to earn credit at Wilkes University can be found at https://www.wilkes.edu/admissions/undergraduate-requirements/advanced-placement.aspx
Yes
Supplemental Materials
No
No
Yes
Standardized Tests
No
Yes
Observation Hours
No
Yes
Evaluations (Letters of Reference)
Yes
Two (2)
- Clergy: ACCEPTED
- Co-Worker: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- 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: ACCEPTED
- Pre-Health Advisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Professor (Any Subject Area): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Professor (Liberal Arts): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Professor (Math): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Professor (Science): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Supervisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Teaching Assistant: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
Accepted
No
Accepted
No
Instructions to Evaluator:
A frank appraisal of the applicant is requested. This recommendation will be utilized in weighting the applicant. Please be aware that the pharmacy profession entails critical responsibilities, and that a high rating should only be given to exceptional applicants. Thank you for your assistance.
In what capacity have you known the applicant?
How long have you known the applicant?
1. Comment on the applicant’s ability to problem-solve (e.g., in life- or work-related situations, not mathematical calculations).
2. The pharmacy profession is evolving into dispensers of information as well as medications. Do you feel the applicant has the ability to effectively communicate with people from all levels of society? Why?
3. Describe the applicant’s motivation and aptitude to successfully navigate a rigorous academic program.
A frank appraisal of the applicant is requested. This recommendation will be utilized in weighting the applicant. Please be aware that the pharmacy profession entails critical responsibilities, and that a high rating should only be given to exceptional applicants. Thank you for your assistance.
In what capacity have you known the applicant?
How long have you known the applicant?
1. Comment on the applicant’s ability to problem-solve (e.g., in life- or work-related situations, not mathematical calculations).
2. The pharmacy profession is evolving into dispensers of information as well as medications. Do you feel the applicant has the ability to effectively communicate with people from all levels of society? Why?
3. Describe the applicant’s motivation and aptitude to successfully navigate a rigorous academic program.
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 AND Send an original foreign transcript directly to the school
Wilkes University will evaluate foreign degrees internally as well as a review of third party evaluations. A student must earn a bachelor's degree at Wilkes or another institution to satisfy graduation requirements.
A student must have a social security number in order to obtain a Pennsylvania Intern License which is required for enrollment.
A student must have a social security number in order to obtain a Pennsylvania Intern License which is required for enrollment.
Yes
Students from certain countries are waived from taking the TOEFL exam. Please reach out to Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy for additional information.
Yes
The four years of the professional program are required.
Yes
Interviews
Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Yes, but only on a case-by-case basis
Required on-site interview or on Zoom. The interview process allows an opportunity for candidates to meet faculty and students.
Yes
Accepted Applicants
Yes
No
$300.00 non-refundable.
2025-08-25
https://www.wilkes.edu/academics/colleges/nesbitt-school-of-pharmacy/pharmd-program/index.aspx
No
Yes
Background Checks and Drug Screenings
No
No
Yes