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Now offering 2 entry terms!
Accelerated January Spring Start or August Fall Start.
Application deadlines and details are included below.

Institution Address:

1 University Park Dr.

Nashville

Tennessee

37204

United States

Program Location:

Tennessee

Admissions Office Contact(s):

Name: Laura Ward
Title: Director of Admissions and Student Affairs
Office: Student Affairs
Phone (Work): 6159666656
Email: pharmapp@lipscomb.edu
Name: Rebekah Osteen
Title: Assistant Director of Pharmacy Admissions
Office: Pharmacy Graduate Admissions
Phone (Work): 6159667181
Email: rebekah.osteen@lipscomb.edu

Institutional Website:

Contact Information Video:

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Yes

Program Application Deadline

Final Application Deadline:

What is the final (enforced) application deadline for your program?

June 2, 2025

Final Application Deadline Description:

Candidates with a PharmCAS account established by the June 2 deadline can be considered after the deadline by special request.

Priority Application Deadline:

What is the priority application deadline for your program?

February 3, 2025

Describe any requirements or incentives for applicants who apply by the priority deadline.

Applying early is encouraged. Knowing where you are headed early means knowing your scholarships sooner. Plus, it's helpful for planning relocation and provides earlier access to the details that will be necessary as part of the onboarding process.

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Yes

Program Information

Please select the appropriate ACPE accreditation status for your institution from the list below:

Full Accreditation

Does your program follow the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines?

Is your institution public or private?

Private

Is your institution part of an academic health center?

Academic Term Type:

Select the appropriate academic term type for your program.

Semester (2 terms per academic year)

Program Structure: Pre-Pharmacy Coursework

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

Program Structure: Pharm.D. Program Curriculum

What is the structure (e.g., length) of your Pharm.D. program curriculum?

4 years

Alternative Options: Early Assurance

Does your program offer an Early Assurance program for admissions?

Yes

Alternative Options: Affiliation or Articulation Agreements

Does your program have affiliation or articulation agreements with undergraduate institutions for admissions? Contact the program directly for additional details.

Yes

Alternative Options: Bachelor’s Degree While Enrolled

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:

Those enrolled at Lipscomb University in a 3+1 pre-pharmacy track may earn a bachelor's degree after the first year of the PharmD curriculum.

Alternative Options: Pathways

Does your program offer alternative pathways to Pharm.D. degree completion?

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Last Entering Class

Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class:

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Yes

Dual and Concurrent Degrees

Dual Degree:

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), 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:

Dual degree curriculum outside of the Pharm.D. courses is completed during the summer break periods in person or in a hybrid format depending on the class and the program. These are nice options for students who need to work during the summer but would like to obtain an additional degree at a reduced cost that will be conferred at the same time as the PharmD degree. Students are eligible to begin dual degrees at the end of the P1 year.

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Yes

Program Description

Through a Christian worldview, Lipscomb University College of Pharmacy embraces our mission to inspire and develop learners to provide compassionate care and leadership through education, service, and innovation. The College of Pharmacy is dedicated to educating student pharmacists who demonstrate values consistent with our mission through their compassion, care, trust and research. Through a combination of educational experiences ranging from basic science coursework to direct patient interactions, curricular experiences will prepare student pharmacists to: Optimize medication outcomes in an ethical and compassionate manner; Satisfy pre-licensure requirements of Boards of Pharmacy; Develop student pharmacists into effective practitioners with excellent patient care skills; Manage ethical, cultural, and socioeconomic challenges the student pharmacist will encounter throughout everyday practice.

Program Description Video:

https://vimeo.com/662724233/9c6a66e367

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Yes

GPA and Credit Hour Criteria

Minimum Overall GPA:

N/A

Minimum Prerequisite GPA:

N/A

Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants:

Preference for interviews is given for candidates with a cumulative 2.5 GPA or better. Lipscomb reserves the right to invite candidates whose recent coursework indicates the opportunity for success despite the overall PharmCAS calculation.

Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:

Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:

Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:

Provide any additional information regarding credit hour policies for applicants:

Substitutions may be offered for specific prerequisites outside of the math and science core curriculum to those already having bachelor's degrees through an appeal process.
Achievement of a "C" or higher for each required pre-pharmacy course is mandatory.
Candidates may apply with coursework planned or in progress.
All courses are completed prior to beginning the program.
Math and science courses expire after 10 years.
Online courses are accepted.

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Yes

Course Prerequisites

List of Course Prerequisites:

Course Subject	Course Title	Semester Hours (Min)	Quarter Hours (Min)
Chemistry	General Chemistry I with lab	4	6
Chemistry	General Chemistry II with lab	4	6
Communication / Speech (Verbal)	Speech Communication	3	4.5
General Elective(s)	Social Science and Humanities Electives (i.e. psychology, sociology, political science, geography, history, foreign language, literature, philosophy)	12	18
General Elective(s)	General Electives: These courses may come from any discipline. Electives taken in Biology, Chemistry or Mathematics improve candidate competitiveness.	6	10
Chemistry	Organic Chemistry I with lab	4	6
Chemistry	Organic Chemistry II with lab	4	6
Microbiology	Microbiology with Lab	4	6
Biology/Biological Science	Biology with lab (i.e. cell and genetics, diversity and ecology, cell biology and/or immunology)	8	12
Statistics	Statistics	3	4.5
Math	College Algebra or Calculus I	3	4.5
English Composition / Writing	English Composition I	3	4.5
English Composition / Writing	English Composition II	3	4.5

When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)?

All prerequisites should be completed before classes begin in the first semester of the P1 year.

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

Can applicants use pass/fail 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 pass/fail course prerequisites:

Pass/Fail grades will only be accepted in exceptional circumstances such as the COVID-19 pandemic. If your institution did not provide an option for receiving traditional grades, you will not be penalized. Students should opt for regular course letter grades whenever possible.

Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites:

All students must complete the math and science core curriculum. Students enrolling with a bachelor's degree may be given special consideration for the substitution of courses toward requirements, which are outside the math and science core provided competency can be demonstrated through alternate coursework. Required pre-pharmacy courses should be completed by the end of the summer semester prior to desired enrollment. Applicants must achieve a grade of "C" or higher for each required pre-pharmacy course. A cumulative academic grade point average (GPA) of not less than 2.5 on a 4.0 scale is preferred for all coursework. To learn more about the prerequisite requirements, please visit the Admissions Requirements tab of the Lipscomb University College of Pharmacy website. https://www.lipscomb.edu/academics/programs/pharmacy

Link to additional course prerequisites information:

https://www.lipscomb.edu/academics/programs/pharmacy

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Supplemental Materials

Supplemental Requirements:

Does your institution require applicants to submit a supplemental application or supplemental materials directly to the institution and outside of PharmCAS?

Supplemental Application Fee:

Will your institution require a supplemental application fee?

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Standardized Tests

Standardized Tests:

Do you accept or consider any standardized tests? Do not include immunization requirement or other similar documentation requirements.

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Observation Hours

Observation Hours Required:

Does your program require pharmacy observation hours?

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Evaluations (Letters of Reference)

Evaluations Required:

Are evaluations (letters of reference) required by your institution?

Yes

If yes, how many evaluations are required?

Three (3)

Please indicate your evaluation type requirements. Select all that apply.

Clergy: NOT ACCEPTED
Co-Worker: NOT ACCEPTED
Employer: ACCEPTED
Faculty Advisor: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
Health Care Professional: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
Pharmacist: ACCEPTED
Politician: NOT ACCEPTED
Pre-Health Advisor: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
Professor (Any Subject Area): CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
Professor (Liberal Arts): CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
Professor (Math): ACCEPTED
Professor (Science): ACCEPTED
Supervisor: ACCEPTED
Teaching Assistant: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED

Committee Letters:

What is your college/school policy on committee letters?

Recommended but not required

Does it count as more than one evaluation?

Yes

Composite Letters:

What is your college/school policy on composite letters?

Recommended but not required

Does it count as more than one evaluation?

Yes

Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations:

One letter of recommendation is preferred from your pre-health committee. If your school does not have a committee, two academic letters will be accepted as a substitution. All applicants will also need to submit one letter from a supervisor in a work or volunteer setting and one letter that serves as a character reference. All candidates should have at least one academic recommendation either from a committee or a math or science faculty member.

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Residency

Is preference given to state residents?

Is preference given to residents of other states?

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Yes

International Applicants

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):

Do not send any foreign transcript documentation. School only considers U.S. credentials. If you have completed your course prerequisites at a foreign institution, you may be ineligible for admission to these particular pharmacy programs.

Other clarifying information, if necessary:

Lipscomb University College of Pharmacy considers international students who have been enrolled at an accredited US college or university for the completion of the math and science core pre-requisites before the planned enrollment date. Credits from international pharmacy programs are not accepted toward the PharmD degree. The College accepts evaluations from WES or ECE submitted to PharmCAS for consideration of pre-requisite courses only provided the student has also attended a US institution for 2 years. Applicants are urged to review additional details for international student admission at https://www.lipscomb.edu/academics/programs/pharmacy.

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:

The TOEFL is required for all international students and is recommended for any student who has English as a second language regardless of residency status.

Post-B.S. Pharm.D. Programs for Current Pharmacists Licensed in the U.S.:

Does the institution offer a post-B.S. Pharm.D. program for current pharmacists who are already licensed in the U.S.?

Details on Post-B.S. Pharm.D. Programs

Programs for Foreign-educated Pharmacists without a U.S. License:

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.

Foreign-educated pharmacists must meet the same admissions requirements as all other international students including attendance at a US institution for 2 years before applying.

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Interviews

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:

Qualified applicants are invited to campus to interview with two members of the Admissions Committee. Interviewers will seek to get to know you as an individual and learn the motivations, goals and expectations influencing your career choice. Interviews generally from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Expect to participate in the interview, group activities & a campus tour. Additional activities will be included to allow you to meet student pharmacists and experience Lipscomb's unique culture.

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Accepted Applicants

Deposits:

Is a deposit required to hold an acceptee's place in the class?

Yes

Is the deposit refundable for any period of time?

Enter details on the deposit (e.g. amount) and deposit refund policies:

Lipscomb requires a $500 deposit to confirm your seat in the class. Candidates are given ample time to consider Lipscomb's acceptance and scholarships prior to an acceptance deadline. Seats are filled on a rolling admissions basis.

Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class:

2025-08-06, 2025-01-03

Additional details for accepted applicants:

Lipscomb will hold an optional summer orientation program for accepted and confirmed students in the August cohort in June. Mandatory orientation will be held 3 days prior to the start of classes. The January cohort will have their orientation programs in December and January.

Are accepted applicants required to have CPR certification prior to matriculation?

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Background Checks and Drug Screenings

Is your institution participating in the PharmCAS-facilitated Criminal Background Check (CBC) Service?

Is your institution participating in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service?

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

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Program Description

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Course Prerequisites

Supplemental Materials

Standardized Tests

Observation Hours

Evaluations (Letters of Reference)

Residency

International Applicants

Interviews

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