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Created: Sat, 09/07/2019 - 15:16
Completed: Tue, 06/13/2023 - 09:32
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Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English

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Institution Name Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED)
College or School Name College of Pharmacy
Short Name NEOMED U
Banner Image: Lake NEOMED.jpg
If you need to post a notification below your institution name, please enter it here:
Street 1 4209 St. Rt. 44
Street 2 PO Box 95
Street 3
City Rootstown
State Ohio
Zip 44272
Country United States
Program Location: Ohio
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 3, 2024
Final Application Deadline Description: Final day to begin a PharmCAS application is June 3, 2024. If PharmCAS participates in a deadline extension for 2024 applications and NEOMED has open seats we plan to offer extensions upon request to complete in progress applications.
What is the priority application deadline for your program? None
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? No
Is your institution public or private? Public
Is your institution part of an academic health center? Yes
Academic Term Type: Semester (2 terms per academic year)
What is the primary program structure for the Pharm.D. curriculum? * 3 - 4
Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions? Not Required
Does your institution have alternative enrollment options available? Yes
If Yes to alternate enrollment, check all that apply: Affiliation or articulation agreement with undergraduate institution(s), Early assurance
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class: 64
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Target number of Pharm.D. seats for the upcoming P1 entering class: 55
Maximum number of Pharm.D. seats available in the upcoming P1 entering class: 60
Anticipated number of early assurance students advancing to the P1 year in the upcoming entering class: 50
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), PharmD/PhD (Doctor of Philosophy)
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: NEOMED and the University of Akron collaborate to offer a reduced credit hour MBA through the University of Akron for NEOMED PharmD students. NEOMED offers the Basic and Translational Biomedicine (BTB) research program leading to both MS and PhD degrees.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Program Description Located near Cleveland and Akron just minutes from Kent State University, Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) is setting the standard for pharmacy education.

Our curriculum prepares graduates to practice at the top of their licenses in a team approach to patient care in a variety of community and clinical settings. As NEOMED is the only college of pharmacy in northeast Ohio, our students have a distinctive level of access to experiential rotations at some of the most prestigious clinical sites in the world. NEOMED's NAPLEX Pass Rates are often ranked among the best in the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP). For the past decade, NEOMED pharmacy graduates have averaged a 91.6% NAPLEX pass rate. In a recent American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education value analysis comparing tuition costs to outcomes, NEOMED’s quality/value index was higher than the average of the top 10 U.S. pharmacy programs as ranked by U.S. News and World Report in its annual issue on colleges and universities.

Other NEOMED highlights include:

96% job placement since 2018

Graduation rate over 90%

94.4% PGY-1 residency match rate - 8th best in the United States

81.3% NAPLEX First-Time Pas rate (2022)

NEOMED PharmD students complete experiential curriculum within the academic semesters. Students are able to use semester breaks for paid internships, research opportunities, and school-life balance.

Scholarship programs are established on an annual basis.

Any students wishing to explore transfer to NEOMED apply through PhamCAS and are evaluated on a holistic basis.

The NEOMED PharmD program is not currently authorized to enroll F-Visa international students.
Program Description Video:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Minimum Overall GPA: 2.50
Minimum Prerequisite GPA: 2.50
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants: The above grade point averages are recommended as opposed to required. NEOMED uses holistic practices in screening candidates for interview eligibility. Candidates with grades less than recommended may be considered for interview and offers of admission.
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 60
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 36
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
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: Candidates are encouraged to apply for admission while prerequisite coursework is still in progress.

For complete information about pre-professional prerequisite coursework please visit: https://www.neomed.edu/pharmacy/admissions/paths/prerequisites/
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 Anatomy & Physiology course (Either one Anatomy course or one Physiology course is also acceptable.) 3
Chemistry General/Inorganic Chemistry course sequence with labs (two courses with labs) 8
Microbiology Microbiology course 3
Biology/Biological Science Biology I and II with labs (two courses with labs) or Biology I with labs and upper-level Biology course (two courses)

Note: If your curricular program does not require a sequence you may substitute another upper-level biological science course. 		8
Chemistry Organic Chemistry course sequence with labs (two courses with labs) 8
Physics General Physics course 3
Biochemistry Biochemistry course 3
Math Calculus course 3
Statistics Statistics course (Recommend health sciences statistics if practical) 3
English Composition / Writing Composition course sequence (two courses)

Note: If your curriculum does not require traditional writing courses you may substitute two writing-intensive humanities courses as evidence of written communication competency.		 6
General Elective(s) General Education and/or Additional Science Courses Approximately 4 three-credit hour classes of college-level work 12
When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)? Pre-professional prerequisites must be completed prior to enrollment.

Candidate still working on completing their prerequisites are encouraged to apply and interview prior to completing all prerequisites.
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: NEOMED accepts online coursework from any regionally accredited community college, college, or university in the United States. International coursework may be acceptable when accompanied by a W.E.S. evaluation.
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: Candidates may wish to have pass/fail courses evaluated as fulfilling prerequisites following NEOMED receiving a verified application from PharmCAS.
Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites: NEOMED policy states that a grade of C minus or better is required for successful completion of prerequisite coursework. NEOMED will review pass/fail grades as potentially fulfilling prerequisite requirements on a case-by-case basis following acceptance into the PharmD program using holistic review.

Please visit https://www.neomed.edu/pharmacy/admissions/paths/prerequisites/ for other important guidelines related to international coursework prerequisite eligibility, AP coursework, or other curricular nuances.

NEOMED utilizes candidates verified academic record in PharmCAS as our sole source of reference for all academic information, including prerequisite progress. Please take advantage of the academic update periods available in PharmCAS and keep your academic record and prerequisite progress current. Candidate's PharmCAS records and data are integral to NEOMED's evidence-based, holistic admission practices.
Link to additional course prerequisites information: https://www.neomed.edu/pharmacy/admissions/paths/prerequisites/
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: NEOMED does not require a secondary/supplemental application nor is there any application fee.

Applying to NEOMED is as simple as completing the PharmCAS application.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Select the option that best describes the program’s PCAT policy: Optional
Link to PCAT information on institutional website:
Additional PCAT information: NEOMED is PCAT optional. Applicants may choose to share the PCAT via the application process or to not report the PCAT. NEOMED engages in evidence-based holistic admission practices that does not refer to the PCAT in rendering admission decisions.
Minimum composite PCAT score considered:
Do you accept or require other admission 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? Recommended, but not required
Please note any additional relevant information: While not required, experience as a pharmacy technician may prove extremely helpful.
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: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
  • Co-Worker: ACCEPTED
  • Employer: ACCEPTED
  • 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: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Pre-Health Advisor: ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Any Subject Area): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Liberal Arts): CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Math): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Professor (Science): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Supervisor: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
  • Teaching Assistant: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
What is your college/school policy on committee letters? Conditionally accepted
If you've selected "Conditionally Accepted," please post the criteria you require and all necessary information for the applicants. A committee letter should reflect the evaluation views of pre-health faculty or pharmacists.
Does it count as more than one evaluation? No
What is your college/school policy on composite letters? Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation? No
Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations: NEOMED recommends that at least one evaluation comes from a pharmacist. If an applicant is unable to obtain a recommendation from a pharmacist, another healthcare professional, advisor, or science faculty member is recommended.
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: NEOMED is residency neutral in admission decisions. About 5% - 10% of our P1 students come from outside of Ohio. NEOMED's non-resident surcharge is lower than many state university options for non-Ohio residents.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Does your institution consider foreign citizens (excluding Canadian citizens)? No
Select the citizenship types eligible for admission: US Citizens, US Permanent Residents
Policy for accepting non-U.S. coursework (excluding study abroad): Send a foreign transcript evaluation report (FTER) to PharmCAS
Other clarifying information, if necessary: In the event that there may be instances where students earn credit at an institution outside the United States, NEOMED may consider that work as applicable to fulfil a pre-professional prerequisite requirement. All applicants must send a foreign transcript evaluation report (FTER) and original transcripts through PharmCAS for verification at their own expense. NEOMED prefers that candidates utilize World Education Services (WES) for this service. In the event that international coursework is considered by NEOMED, matriculating students will need to have original official transcripts and a FTER from WES delivered to NEOMED upon matriculation at their expense. This practice applies to applicants that have attended institutions of higher education outside of the United States.
Non-native speakers must submit official TOEFL scores? No
If the TOEFL is required for non-native English speakers, provide additional details about the requirement below: The TOEFL is not currently required by NEOMED. As NEOMED offers limited ESL services, all candidates for admission are expected to be proficient in their use of English in both advanced educational and professional health care settings.
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. International coursework must be evaluated through W.E.S. and candidate apply through PharmCAS.
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: Selected candidates are invited to interview on a rolling basis starting in approximately September. Candidates are contacted via email only using the address on file in PharmCAS. Each applicant interviews in a conversational yet structured format. Candidates may select either a virtual interview or in person interview upon invitation to interview.
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: A $ 500 non-refundable deposit is required by May 1st with a sum of that fee being applied to the tuition balance upon matriculation as a credit.
Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class: 2023-08-21
Additional details for accepted applicants: Candidates expecting to begin PharmD study should expect classes to begin in late August preceded by a brief mandatory orientation of between three days to one week.
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? Yes
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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