1. Apply by the November 1st Priority Deadline and have your deposit waived ($400 discount).
2. Explore the Rocky Mountain Remote Pathway. https://pharmacy.cuanschutz.edu/academics/pharmd/remote-pharmd
3. A Supplemental Application is required for all candidates interested in the Rocky Mountain Remote Pathway.
4. Qualified applicants can complete the faculty interview virtually or in person.
2. Explore the Rocky Mountain Remote Pathway. https://pharmacy.cuanschutz.edu/academics/pharmd/remote-pharmd
3. A Supplemental Application is required for all candidates interested in the Rocky Mountain Remote Pathway.
4. Qualified applicants can complete the faculty interview virtually or in person.
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Contact Information
1. Apply by the November 1st Priority Deadline and have your deposit waived ($400 discount).
2. Explore the Rocky Mountain Remote Pathway. https://pharmacy.cuanschutz.edu/academics/pharmd/remote-pharmd
3. A Supplemental Application is required for all candidates interested in the Rocky Mountain Remote Pathway.
4. Qualified applicants can complete the faculty interview virtually or in person.
2. Explore the Rocky Mountain Remote Pathway. https://pharmacy.cuanschutz.edu/academics/pharmd/remote-pharmd
3. A Supplemental Application is required for all candidates interested in the Rocky Mountain Remote Pathway.
4. Qualified applicants can complete the faculty interview virtually or in person.
12850 E. Montview Blvd.
Aurora
Colorado
80045
United States
Distance Pathway/Online
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Name: The Admissions Team
Office: Office of Student Services
Phone (Work): (303) 724-2882
Email: SOP.OSSAPPS@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU
Yes
Program Application Deadline
June 1, 2026
Applications are accepted through June 1, but we strongly encourage early submission. Review timelines are shorter, and all requirements must be completed by the deadline with no exceptions. Applying early ensures a smoother process and more time for follow-up steps.
November 3, 2025
Apply by November 3 to receive priority consideration for scholarships, waive your $400 deposit, and gain extra time to prepare for enrollment. Early applicants benefit from a smoother admissions process and increased access to resources.
Yes
Program Information
Full Accreditation
Yes
Public
Yes
Semester (2 terms per academic year)
CU Pharmacy requires completing all prerequisite coursework before matriculating into the program. You can see a full breakdown of prerequisites on our website: https://pharmacy.cuanschutz.edu/academics/pharmd/admissions-information
Applicants may apply with in-progress coursework and may be eligible for a Summer Extension Waiver. Communication must be timely throughout the application and review process to ensure all requirements are met by the deadline.
Applicants may apply with in-progress coursework and may be eligible for a Summer Extension Waiver. Communication must be timely throughout the application and review process to ensure all requirements are met by the deadline.
Not Required
4 years
No
Yes
Yes
CU Pharmacy current students are eligible to apply for a first-time BSMS from the University of Colorado after completing the necessary credit hours during their PharmD program in combination with the required prerequisites to the program. The BSMS is application-based, and students must pay all fees.
Yes
Other
CU Pharmacy now offers the Remote Pathway Program! Please see our website for additional details:
https://pharmacy.cuanschutz.edu/academics/pharmd/remote-pharmd
https://pharmacy.cuanschutz.edu/academics/pharmd/remote-pharmd
Yes
Last Entering Class
93
Yes
Dual and Concurrent Degrees
Yes
PharmD/MBA (Business Administration), PharmD/MPH (Public Health)
Yes
Dual Degrees: https://pharmacy.cuanschutz.edu/academics/dual-degrees
BSMS:
Students enrolling in the PharmD program without a bachelor's degree can earn a Bachelor of Science in Medical Sciences degree after completing the required credit hours through the PharmD program and pre-pharmacy coursework.
BSMS:
Students enrolling in the PharmD program without a bachelor's degree can earn a Bachelor of Science in Medical Sciences degree after completing the required credit hours through the PharmD program and pre-pharmacy coursework.
Yes
Program Description
Interested in a CU Pharmacy degree but can’t relocate to Denver?
The Rocky Mountain Remote PharmD Pathway offers the flexibility you need, without compromising the quality of your education. Through live, synchronous classes, you’ll join your campus-based cohort in real time via videoconferencing, ensuring you stay connected and supported throughout your journey.
Top-Tier Education, Wherever You Are
Learn from internationally recognized faculty and pharmacy leaders.
Access career services, academic advising, and mental health support.
Complete experiential rotations near your home and in Colorado.
Receive hands-on training during on-campus visits (up to 10 days per semester).
Engage in interprofessional learning with students across healthcare disciplines.
Flexibility That Fits Your Life
Stay rooted in your community and close to your support system.
Avoid the disruption of relocating a partner, children, or household.
Prefer to switch to on-campus learning later? You can.
Save on Costs
Eliminate moving expenses and avoid Denver’s cost of living.
Take classes from the comfort of your home while earning a top-ranked degree.
Scholarship Support
Eligible students who apply early have access to a portion of the Mile High $1 Million Scholarship Fund, with additional scholarships available each year.
Whether you're passionate about community pharmacy, research, personalized medicine, or a path yet to be discovered, CU Pharmacy offers the foundation to launch your career, wherever you are.
Learn more: https://pharmacy.cuanschutz.edu/education/pharmd/remote-pharmd
The Rocky Mountain Remote PharmD Pathway offers the flexibility you need, without compromising the quality of your education. Through live, synchronous classes, you’ll join your campus-based cohort in real time via videoconferencing, ensuring you stay connected and supported throughout your journey.
Top-Tier Education, Wherever You Are
Learn from internationally recognized faculty and pharmacy leaders.
Access career services, academic advising, and mental health support.
Complete experiential rotations near your home and in Colorado.
Receive hands-on training during on-campus visits (up to 10 days per semester).
Engage in interprofessional learning with students across healthcare disciplines.
Flexibility That Fits Your Life
Stay rooted in your community and close to your support system.
Avoid the disruption of relocating a partner, children, or household.
Prefer to switch to on-campus learning later? You can.
Save on Costs
Eliminate moving expenses and avoid Denver’s cost of living.
Take classes from the comfort of your home while earning a top-ranked degree.
Scholarship Support
Eligible students who apply early have access to a portion of the Mile High $1 Million Scholarship Fund, with additional scholarships available each year.
Whether you're passionate about community pharmacy, research, personalized medicine, or a path yet to be discovered, CU Pharmacy offers the foundation to launch your career, wherever you are.
Learn more: https://pharmacy.cuanschutz.edu/education/pharmd/remote-pharmd
Yes
GPA and Credit Hour Criteria
N/A
N/A
CU Pharmacy takes a holistic approach to admissions, carefully considering all aspects of each application.
If you're unsure about your eligibility or would like feedback on the strength of your application, we encourage you to contact our Admissions Team. We're here to help!
If you're unsure about your eligibility or would like feedback on the strength of your application, we encourage you to contact our Admissions Team. We're here to help!
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In some cases, relevant coursework not listed among standard prerequisites may be accepted upon review.
If you're unsure whether your previous coursework meets a prerequisite requirement, please contact the Admissions Team to request a transcript review or schedule a pre-advising appointment at SOP.OSSAPPS@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU.
In some cases, relevant coursework not listed among standard prerequisites may be accepted upon review.
If you're unsure whether your previous coursework meets a prerequisite requirement, please contact the Admissions Team to request a transcript review or schedule a pre-advising appointment at SOP.OSSAPPS@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU.
Yes
Course Prerequisites
Course Subject | Course Title | Semester Hours (Min) | Quarter Hours (Min) |
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Biochemistry | Biochemistry (No lab required) | 3 | 4 |
Biology/Biological Science | Biology I | 3 | 4 |
Biology/Biological Science | Biology I Lab | 1 | |
Biology/Biological Science | Biology II | 3 | 4 |
Biology/Biological Science | Biology II Lab | 1 | |
Chemistry | General Chemistry I | 3 | 4 |
Chemistry | General Chemistry I Lab | 1 | |
Chemistry | General Chemistry II | 3 | 4 |
Chemistry | General Chemistry II Lab | 1 | |
Chemistry | Organic Chemistry I | 3 | 4 |
Chemistry | Organic Chemistry I Lab | 1 | |
Chemistry | Organic Chemistry II | 3 | 4 |
Chemistry | Organic Chemistry II Lab | 1 | |
Microbiology | Microbiology (no lab required) | 2 | 3 |
Physiology | Human Physiology (or Anatomy and Physiology II) | 3 | 4 |
Physiology | Physiology Lab (or Anatomy and Physiology lab II) | 1 | |
Math | Calculus | 3 | 4 |
English Composition / Writing | English Composition 1 | 3 | 4 |
Humanities | Humanities / Social Science | 8 | 12 |
All prerequisites must be completed before starting the PharmD program in the Fall (the first week of August). Courses taken after the Spring semester will need the Admissions Team's approval after submission of a Summer Extension Waiver.
- Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Yes
- Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes
- Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes
The University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy will accept online prerequisite coursework.
- Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Varies
- Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Varies
- Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Varies
The University of Colorado will also accept prerequisite coursework with a "Pass" grade taken during the 2020-26 academic year(s).
CU Pre-Pharmacy Course List: https://pharmacy.cuanschutz.edu/academics/pharmd/admissions-information#coursework
All courses may be taken online.
AP/IB coursework will be accepted if itemized on verified PharmCAS transcripts, otherwise official scores must sent directly to CU Pharmacy.
All prerequisites must be completed at an accredited institution with grades of C or better (C- are not allowed). A Prerequisite Waiver is available and requires course information/description/syllabus/documentation and will be required for each course submitted for review. This form is also available for calculus or science prerequisites over 10 years old.
If offered admission to CU Pharmacy, you must complete prerequisites by the end of the spring semester. A Summer Extension Waiver is available for a minimal amount of credits and requires prior approval by the Admissions Team.
The University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy will accept online prerequisite coursework.
The University of Colorado will also accept prerequisite coursework with a Pass grade in 2020-26 academic years (fall, spring, summer).
All courses may be taken online.
AP/IB coursework will be accepted if itemized on verified PharmCAS transcripts, otherwise official scores must sent directly to CU Pharmacy.
All prerequisites must be completed at an accredited institution with grades of C or better (C- are not allowed). A Prerequisite Waiver is available and requires course information/description/syllabus/documentation and will be required for each course submitted for review. This form is also available for calculus or science prerequisites over 10 years old.
If offered admission to CU Pharmacy, you must complete prerequisites by the end of the spring semester. A Summer Extension Waiver is available for a minimal amount of credits and requires prior approval by the Admissions Team.
The University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy will accept online prerequisite coursework.
The University of Colorado will also accept prerequisite coursework with a Pass grade in 2020-26 academic years (fall, spring, summer).
Yes
Supplemental Materials
No
A Rocky Mountain Remote Pathway supplemental application is made available after an applicant has been reviewed, interviewed, and recommended for admission. This additional documentation is unavailable until an offer letter (pending eligibility) has been sent.
Yes
Standardized Tests
Yes
Other
For International Applicants, please see our website for English Proficiency and TOEFL Requirements: https://pharmacy.cuanschutz.edu/academics/pharmd/admissions-information#international
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: ACCEPTED
- Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
- Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
- Health Care Professional: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Pharmacist: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
- Politician: NOT ACCEPTED
- Pre-Health Advisor: ACCEPTED
- Professor (Any Subject Area): ACCEPTED
- Professor (Liberal Arts): ACCEPTED
- Professor (Math): ACCEPTED
- Professor (Science): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Supervisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Teaching Assistant: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
Accepted
No
Accepted
No
Two (2) recommendation forms are required as part of the PharmCAS application. Letters submitted instead of completing the form will not be accepted. The applicant should seek recommendations attesting to his/her academic performance (academic recommendation) or to the applicant's professional skills and potential for success in a rigorous professional degree program (professional recommendation).
No coworker, friend, or family member letters of recommendation will be accepted.
No coworker, friend, or family member letters of recommendation will be accepted.
Yes
Residency
No
No
In-State Tuition Eligibility: https://www.cuanschutz.edu/registrar/residency/future-students#ac-establishing-residency-in-colorado-0
(Pending Eligibility) Many out-of-state students may be eligible for in-state tuition after demonstrating one year of Colorado domicile. In addition, multiple scholarship opportunities are available for incoming (until funds are depleted) and current students (application-based), which can lower the cost of attendance.
(Pending Eligibility) Many out-of-state students may be eligible for in-state tuition after demonstrating one year of Colorado domicile. In addition, multiple scholarship opportunities are available for incoming (until funds are depleted) and current students (application-based), which can lower the cost of attendance.
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
Non-US Citizens must apply early, as additional steps throughout the process could delay enrollment. Please allow time for processing of application and additional requirements.
CU Pharmacy only accepts foreign transcript evaluations from WES.org
CU Pharmacy only accepts foreign transcript evaluations from WES.org
Yes
The University of Colorado requires the TOEFL unless one of our alternative English Language Proficiency standards has been met: https://pharmacy.cuanschutz.edu/academics/pharmd/admissions-information#international
No
Yes
Interviews
Individual applicants with one interviewer
Yes
Applicants who are invited to interview can complete either an in-person or virtual interview and become eligible for an offer of admission. Candidates are strongly encouraged to attend an onsite Interview Day or Campus Visit Day following their virtual interview (pending availability). The Interview/Campus Day includes an overview of the program by the Dean of Students, lunch, a tour with student ambassadors, and presentations from faculty and the Office of Experiential Programs. (Guests are invited (max: 2) to attend the day's events).
Yes
Accepted Applicants
Yes
No
Priority Deadline: Applicants who submit their application by November 3rd are NOT required to pay a deposit.
All other applicants: A $400 total deposit is required. An initial $200 is required to hold any offer of admission, and an additional $200 is required to confirm attendance, which is due after March 1st.
All deposits are non-refundable.
All other applicants: A $400 total deposit is required. An initial $200 is required to hold any offer of admission, and an additional $200 is required to confirm attendance, which is due after March 1st.
All deposits are non-refundable.
2026-08-10
https://pharmacy.cuanschutz.edu/current-students/on-campus-pharmd-students/pharmd-resources
Yes
Yes
Background Checks and Drug Screenings
Yes
No
Yes