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The University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy - To Advance Health and Transform Communities
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Submission Number: 4270
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Created: Thu, 06/05/2025 - 14:11
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Institution Name The University of Rhode Island – Professional Entry (4 years)
College or School Name College of Pharmacy
Short Name U of Rhode Island_4 years
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Street 1 College of Pharmacy
Street 2 7 Greenhouse Road
Street 3
City Kingston
State Rhode Island
Zip 02881
Country United States
Program Location: Rhode Island
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? May 1, 2026
Final Application Deadline Description:
What is the priority application deadline for your program? December 1, 2025
Describe any requirements or incentives for applicants who apply by the priority deadline. Availability for college-based transfer scholarships with a 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? Public
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? Other
If Other, please briefly describe: Direct Admissions for 6 years, accepting students for 4 year professional degree pathway.
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.  Yes
Does your program offer a student the ability to complete their bachelor’s degree while enrolled in the Pharm.D. program? Yes
If “Yes” to ability to complete their bachelor’s degree while enrolled, please briefly describe: Students may choose to double major and complete a bachelor's degree in programs outside the College of Pharmacy.
Does your program offer alternative pathways to Pharm.D. degree completion?  No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class: 108
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Target number of Pharm.D. seats for the upcoming P1 entering class: 130
Maximum number of Pharm.D. seats available in the upcoming P1 entering class: 135
Anticipated number of early assurance students advancing to the P1 year in the upcoming entering class: 90
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/MS (Master of Science)
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: https://web.uri.edu/pharmacy/academics/pharmd-mba/doctor-of-pharmacy-master-of-business-administration-curriculum/
https://web.uri.edu/pharmacy/academics/pharmd-ms/
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Program Description The PharmD program at the University of Rhode Island is a 0/6 program. While most students come from high school, we have a limited number of transfer students into the P1 year. The curriculum stresses critical thinking, active learning and clinical experience to prepare you for practice in a variety of settings. Graduates of our program have a strong record of passing the national licensing examination (NAPLEX). Average score over the past five years is above 90 percentage for graduates taking the exam for the first time. Amongst graduates of the last five years, more than 96% reported pharmacy related employment by September following graduation on their AACP graduating student survey. For the class of 2025, over 50% of graduates were accepted to either a residency or fellowship training program. Job responsibilities vary from staff pharmacists, manager, clinical specialist, consultant, executive, to professor. Ninety-eight percent of graduates indicate that they would select the URI College of Pharmacy if they were starting their pharmacy programs over again. For more information, please visit our web page: http://web.uri.edu/pharmacy/
Program Description Video:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Minimum Overall GPA: N/A
Minimum Prerequisite GPA: 2.7
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants: No grade less than C- in required prerequisite course if taken at the University of Rhode Island. Courses outside the University of Rhode Island require a minimum of C to transfer to the institution.
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 42
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 29
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:
Provide any additional information regarding credit hour policies for applicants: No grade less than C- in required prerequisite course if taken at the University of Rhode Island. Courses outside the University of Rhode Island require a minimum of C to transfer to the institution.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
List of Course Prerequisites:
Course Subject Course Title Semester Hours (Min) Quarter Hours (Min)
Anatomy & Physiology Fundamentals of Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Fundamentals of Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Fundamentals of Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab I
Fundamentals of Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab II
 8
Biochemistry Introductory Biochemistry 3
Biology/Biological Science Prinicples of Biology I
Principles of Biology Lab I		 4
Chemistry General Chemistry Lecture I and II
General Chemistry Lab I and Lab II
Organic Chemistry Lecture I and II
Organic Chemistry Lab		 16
Communication / Speech (Verbal) Communication Fundamentals I 3
Economics Principles of Economics: Microeconomics 3
English Composition / Writing Introduction to Research Writing 3
Ethics Ethics 3
Math Calculus I 3
Microbiology Introductory Medical Microbiology Lecture
Introductory Medical Microbiology Lab		 4
Statistics Introductory Biostatistics 4
When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)? By the end of the spring semester prior to the start of the Fall P1 year.
Can applicants use online 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 online course prerequisites:
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: Usually no, though many institutions incorporated P/F with COVID-19 considerations.
Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites: Students entering the program must meet the criteria listed at the website below:
https://web.uri.edu/pharmacy/academics/pharmd/admission/

The College requires students to complete the general education requirements of the University prior to graduation.
Link to additional course prerequisites information:
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? Varies
Will your institution require a supplemental application fee? No
Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements: Will require a high school transcript if transferring to the University without completion of an undergraduate degree.
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. Yes
If yes, select which standardized tests you accept or consider: ACT, SAT
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Does your program require pharmacy observation hours? Recommended, but not required
Please note any additional relevant information: Students are encouraged to include experiences in pharmacy, patient care, shadowing, internships, and community service or volunteer work.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Are evaluations (letters of reference) required by your institution? Yes
 If yes, how many evaluations are required? Two (2)
Please indicate your evaluation type requirements. Select all that apply.
  • Clergy: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Co-Worker: ACCEPTED
  • Employer: ACCEPTED
  • Faculty Advisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Family Member: ACCEPTED
  • Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Health Care Professional: ACCEPTED
  • Pharmacist: ACCEPTED
  • Politician: ACCEPTED
  • Pre-Health Advisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Professor (Any Subject Area): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Liberal Arts): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Math): CONDITIONALLY REQUIRED
  • Professor (Science): CONDITIONALLY REQUIRED
  • Supervisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Teaching Assistant: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
What is your college/school policy on committee letters? No Answer
What is your college/school policy on composite letters? Not Accepted
Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations: For admission directly out of high school to the PharmD program, we require a minimum of two letters: one from a science or math teacher and one from a guidance counselor or a teacher from another subject area. For direct entry into the professional program, two letters of recommendation are required. These letters of recommendation should comment on your personal motivation, initiative, and interpersonal skills.
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:
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, US Temporary Residents, Canadian Citizens, 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: If you are an international transfer student, your transcripts of university studies must be formally evaluated by any NACES certified agency. Please visit NACES.org for a list of approved credit evaluators. Please request a course-by-course evaluation and have an official report sent directly to URI and PharmCAS. For International applicants, please visit the following website for more detailed information: http://web.uri.edu/admission/international-admission-requirements/ .
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 applicants whose first language is not English must provide proof of English language proficiency. English language proficiency may be demonstrated by one of the following:

Duolingo English Test (DET): minimum score of 125
TOEFL iBT: minimum score of 100
IELTS: minimum score of 7.0
Cambridge English: Advanced: 185-190
Pearson Test of English: 68
Eiken Test of English: Completion of Grade 1

https://web.uri.edu/admission/international/
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? No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Interview Format: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Does the institution offer an online interview option? Yes, but only on a case-by-case basis
Briefly describe your institution's interview process: The interview with faculty from the College of Pharmacy assesses the students' verbal and written communication skills, understanding of the pharmacy profession, and commitment to patient care. Candidates must complete an interview after their application is submitted and reviewed by the Admissions Committee.
Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description:
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: The University of Rhode Island will follow the Cooperative Agreement Guidelines with deposits prior to March 1st.

After March 1st, students will have 2 weeks after an admission offer is made to submit a deposit for their seat.
Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class: 2026-09-09
Additional details for accepted applicants: A Professionalism Day (orientation) for incoming students is planned on the advising day prior to classes starting, September 8, 2026.
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
Admin Status Published
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AACP Institution Number 6000
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