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Submission ID: 49
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Created: Mon, 09/02/2019 - 22:31
Completed: Wed, 06/17/2026 - 18:28
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Institution Name St. Louis College of Pharmacy
College or School Name St. Louis College of Pharmacy
Short Name U of HS & Pharm in St. Louis
Banner Image: STLCOP Header photo for PharmCAS configuration portal 900 x 270 pixel.jpg
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Street 1 1 Pharmacy Place
Street 2
Street 3
City St. Louis
State Missouri
Zip 63110
Country United States
Program Location: Missouri
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 1, 2027
Final Application Deadline Description:
What is the priority application deadline for your program? December 1, 2026
Describe any requirements or incentives for applicants who apply by the 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? Private
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? 4 years
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: In addition to an official transfer credit evaluation from our registrar department to determine transfer credit acceptance, the student would have to successfully complete 30 credit hours earned at UHSP with a minimum of 18 of those 30 credit hours in upper-level courses (300 and above) in order for us to award a bachelor's degree.
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: 60
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: 110
Anticipated number of early assurance students advancing to the P1 year in the upcoming entering class: 0
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)
Does your institution offer a concurrent, double, or second degree program, as defined above? No
Provide any additional information regarding dual, concurrent, double, or second degree programs: MBA program is in conjunction with the University of Missouri St. Louis.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Program Description St. Louis College of Pharmacy was founded in 1864 and is one of the oldest pharmacy colleges west of the Mississippi River. Over more than 160 years, it has grown from a single classroom into a respected community of pharmacy and health care professionals, educators, researchers, and leaders.

Its Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) program is designed to prepare students for a wide range of pharmacy careers, including community, hospital, industry, and other practice settings. Located within a major biomedical hub in St. Louis, the college emphasizes hands-on learning, leadership development, critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication.

Key features include:

A 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio that promotes close faculty mentorship.
A curriculum focused on interprofessional, evidence-based, patient-centered care.
Preparation for graduates to become “team- and practice-ready” pharmacists.
Integrated study of pharmacology, medicinal chemistry, pathophysiology, and pharmacotherapeutics organized around organ systems and disease states.
Modern facilities with advanced classrooms, research spaces, and technology-enhanced learning environments.

Overall, the program aims to develop pharmacists who can work effectively within health care teams and achieve positive patient outcomes across diverse practice settings.
Program Description Video:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Minimum Overall GPA: 2.7
Minimum Prerequisite GPA: 2.7
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants:
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 59
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 38
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:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
List of Course Prerequisites:
Course Subject Course Title Semester Hours (Min) Quarter Hours (Min)
Biology/Biological Science Biology I AND Biology II (must include labs) 8 13.34
Anatomy & Physiology Anatomy & Physiology I AND Anatomy & Physiology II (must include labs)* 8 13.34
Microbiology Microbiology (with or without lab) 3 5
Chemistry General Chemistry I AND General Chemistry II (must include labs) 8 13.34
Chemistry Organic Chemistry I AND Organic Chemistry II (must include labs) 8 13.34
Biochemistry Biochemistry (Does not require a lab) 3 5
Math Calculus 3 5
Statistics Introductory Statistics 3 5
English Composition / Writing English Composition or College Writing 6 10
Social/Behavioral Science Psychology or Sociology 3 5
Communication / Speech (Verbal) Public Speaking or Communication 3 5
Humanities General Liberal Arts or Humanities 3 5
When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)? By the end of the Summer 2027 semester term
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:
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:
Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites: * Students can also take Human Anatomy with lab and Human Physiology with lab each at least 4-credit hour courses to meet 8 credit hour Anatomy & Physiology with labs prerequisite.
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? No
Will your institution require a supplemental application fee? No
Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements:
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: DAT, MCAT
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:
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.
  • Co-Worker: NOT 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
  • Pre-Health Advisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Professor (Any Subject Area): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Liberal Arts): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Math): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Professor (Science): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Supervisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Teaching Assistant: ACCEPTED
What is your college/school policy on committee letters? Recommended but not required
Does it count as more than one evaluation? No
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:
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, Foreign (non-US) Citizens, 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: STLCOP accepts evaluations from WES to further evaluate a student's coursework for possible transfer admissions. ECE and InCRED evaluations will also be considered. In addition, we recommend students submit syllabi for all prerequisite courses taken.
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: TOEFL Scores: A minimum Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 550 on the paper-based test or 80 on the internet-based test. When you register for the TOEFL, use the St. Louis College of Pharmacy code: 6626.
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.
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 process consists of one 30-minute interview with two faculty members and a writing component (essays and assessment). Interviewees are scored on multiple factors that will be reviewed by the admissions committee. In addition, applicant's may meet with alumni, current students, and other staff members. Interview days also include tours of the facilities.
*Applicants will be invited to campus for the interview but virtual interviews are available.
Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description: https://www.uhsp.edu/admissions/professional/process.html
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? Yes
Enter details on the deposit (e.g. amount) and deposit refund policies: Priority Decision Admission Offer: $200 due two weeks after offer
Regular Decision Admission Offer: $200 due two weeks after offer
Deposits are refundable if the College is notified in writing by May 1, 2027.
Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class: 2027-08-16
Additional details for accepted applicants:
Are accepted applicants required to have CPR certification prior to matriculation? Yes
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
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