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Why Belmont?
Personal attention & care from faculty. Great Nashville location with unique practice options. Focus on service. 4 pharmacy concentrations (Advanced Pharmacotherapy, Healthcare Informatics, Management, Public Health) & a PharmD/MBA. . Impressive licensure pass rates, residency matches & post graduate employment. Interprofessional healthcare training and more.
Apply now. No PCAT required. 4-year academic scholarships up to $25,000 per year for eligible candidates.

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Street 1: 1900 Belmont Blvd
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City: Nashville
State: Tennessee
Zip: 37212
Country: United States

Program Location:: Tennessee
Admissions Office Contact(s)::
- Name: Jackson Wallace
  Title: Senior Graduate Admissions Counselor
  Office: Belmont University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
  Phone (Work): 615-460-6710
  Email: pharmacy@belmont.edu
- Name: Lauren Lauzon
  Title: Director of Graduate Admissions
  Office: Belmont University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
  Phone (Work): 615-460-6107
  Email: pharmacy@belmont.edu

Institutional Website::
- https://www.belmont.edu/academics/majors-programs/pharmd/
- https://www.instagram.com/belmontcphs
- https://www.linkedin.com/school/belmont-university---college-of-pharmacy/

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Program Application Deadline
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Final Application Deadline:
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What is the final (enforced) application deadline for your program?: June 3, 2024
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Priority Application Deadline:
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What is the priority application deadline for your program? : October 2, 2023
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Program Information
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Please select the appropriate ACPE accreditation status for your institution from the list below:: Full Accreditation 
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Does your program follow the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines?: No
Is your institution public or private?: Private
Is your institution part of an academic health center?: No
Academic Term Type:: Semester (2 terms per academic year)
Program Structure:
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What is the primary program structure for the Pharm.D. curriculum?: * 2 - 4

Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions?: Not Required
Alternative Enrollment Options:
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Does your institution have alternative enrollment options available?: Yes
If Yes to alternate enrollment, check all that apply:: Early assurance 

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Last Entering Class
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Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class:: 45
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Dual and Concurrent Degrees
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Dual Degree:
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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: :
Applicants to the PharmD/MBA are required to have a bachelor's degree for entry into the MBA program.

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Program Description
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Program Description:
Personal Attention
With a 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio, aspiring pharmacists at Belmont will encounter exceptional faculty who are committed to helping students achieve the next steps on their pharmacy path. As a Christ-centered, student-focused program, Belmont offers individual attention, a family feel and a strong emphasis on service. In addition, the College uniquely provides four specialized concentrations:  pharmacotherapy, healthcare informatics, management, and public health, as well as a PharmD/MBA joint degree program.

Great Value
A $1 million scholarship pool for qualified applicants (3.0 GPA or greater) keeps the four-year doctoral degree affordable. Plus, the fourth year of the program requires a summer term—at Belmont, that extra session comes at no extra cost, eliminating the tuition increase found in the final year of most programs.
 
Location
Belmont Pharmacy’s location in Nashville serves as an enormous asset as health care is the city’s largest and fastest-growing employer with more than 500 companies that generate 570,000 jobs. This hometown advantage translates into exceptional clinical opportunities for our pharmacy students.
 
Interdisciplinary Opportunities
Students also benefit from interprofessional learning opportunities with students from other health science programs on campus, including nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy and public health with the University also recently announcing plans for a new College of Medicine. All of these programs enjoy state-of-the-art facilities, including high-tech and high-touch simulation spaces, research labs, a drug information center and an on-campus retail pharmacy, giving students a working model for learning the pharmacy business.
 
Successful Outcomes
Our graduates consistently achieve first-time pass rates on the NAPLEX and MPJE that are well above the national average with 92 percent of Belmont PharmD graduates employed in positions directly related to their degree.

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GPA and Credit Hour Criteria
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Minimum Overall GPA:: 2.5
Minimum Prerequisite GPA:: 2.7
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants::
Generally, applicant GPAs are not recalculated to meet minimum standards - all courses are included in the GPA calculation, even courses that have since been repeated.  However, the Admissions Committee may, on occasion, consider recalculating GPAs to meet minimum standards if all other parts of the application file are exemplary and demonstrate potential.

Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 63
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 27
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 94
Total number of basic science college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 41
Provide any additional information regarding credit hour policies for applicants::
All prerequisites must be completed and documented by the first day of classes in August. Admission for candidates who have not successfully completed all prerequisite requirements by that date will be rescinded.

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Course Prerequisites
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List of Course Prerequisites::
Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: 1st Biology - A course in biology such as general biology, microbiology, botany, zoology, genetics, and A&P. Must include a lab.
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: 2nd Biology - A second course in biology such as general biology, microbiology, botany, zoology, genetics, and A&P. Must include a lab.
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General (Inorganic) Chemistry I - The first course in a two-course general chemistry sequence. Must include a lab. 
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General (Inorganic) Chemistry II - The second course in a two-course general chemistry sequence. Must include a lab. (At quarter-based institutions, the sequence must also include a third course)
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry I - The first course in a two-course organic chemistry sequence. Must include a lab, which can be part of a 2-credit lab for both organic chemistry courses. 
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry II - The second course in a two-course organic chemistry sequence. Must include a lab, which can be part of a 2-credit lab for both organic chemistry courses. 
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Physics
Course Title: Physics - An algebra-based or calculus-based physics course. Does not require a lab.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Math
Course Title: Calculus - A calculus course providing an introduction to analytical geometry, limits, integration, and differentiation.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Statistics
Course Title: Statistics - A course in probability and statistics. Topics include descriptive measures, elementary probability distributions, sampling distributions, one and two sample inferences on means and proportions, simple linear regression, and correlation.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: English Composition / Writing
Course Title: *1st Writing - A course designed to improve writing skills which may include a course designated by the institution as writing intensive. English Composition I is recommended.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: English Composition / Writing
Course Title: *2nd Writing - A second course designed to improve writing skills which may include a course designated by the institution as writing intensive. English Composition II is recommended.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Communication / Speech (Verbal)
Course Title: *Oral Communication Skills - A course designed to improve oral communication skills, such as public speaking (recommended), interpersonal communication or professional communication.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Communication / Speech (Verbal)
Course Title: *2nd Communication Skills - A second course designed to improve communication skills. May include a third writing course or a foreign language speaking course.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Social/Behavioral Science
Course Title: *1st Behavioral or Social Science - A course from one of the following areas: psychology (recommended), economics (recommended), anthropology, sociology, history, political science, communication theory, minority studies or global issues.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Social/Behavioral Science
Course Title: *2nd Behavioral or Social Science - A second course from one of the following areas: psychology (recommended), economics (recommended), anthropology, sociology, history, political science, communication theory, minority studies or global issues. 
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Humanities
Course Title: *Humanities - A content-based course (rather than skill-based) from one of the following areas: literature, fine arts, philosophy, ethics, foreign culture or religion.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: General Elective(s)
Course Title: *1st Elective - A college level course or credits, excluding all other prerequisite credits.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: General Elective(s)
Course Title: *2nd Elective - A college level course or credits, excluding all other prerequisite credits.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: General Elective(s)
Course Title: *3rd Elective - A college level course or credits, excluding all other prerequisite credits.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4

When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)?:
All prerequisite coursework must be completed by the first day of classes in the first fall term.  Admission for candidates who do not successfully complete all prerequisite requirements will be rescinded.

Can applicants use online classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?:
Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Varies
Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes
Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes

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Can applicants use pass/fail classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?:
Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Yes, but only if no letter grade option available
Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes, but only if no letter grade option available
Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes, but only if no letter grade option available

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* Prerequisite courses designated with an asterisk are not required of applicants who will complete a bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. institution before enrolling in the PharmD program.  However, these prerequisites will be required up until the time that the degree is completed and verified on a submitted official transcript. Pre-pharmacy requirements may be taken at any regionally-accredited college or university and must be completed prior to matriculation into Belmont University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better or by receiving Advanced Placement (AP) high school credit at a regionally accredited undergraduate college or university.

Link to additional course prerequisites information:: https://www.belmont.edu/pharmacy/admission.html
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Supplemental Materials
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Supplemental Requirements:
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Does your institution require applicants to submit a supplemental application or supplemental materials directly to the institution and outside of PharmCAS?: No

Supplemental Application Fee:
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Will your institution require a supplemental application fee?: No

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PCAT and Other Tests
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Select the option that best describes the program’s PCAT policy:: Not Required or Considered
Link to PCAT information on institutional website:: https://www.belmont.edu/pharmacy/admission.html
Additional PCAT information::
Belmont does not require the PCAT, but candidates may strengthen their application and scholarship opportunities with competitive scores.

Minimum composite PCAT score considered:: n/a
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Do you accept or require other admission tests? Do not include immunization requirement or other similar documentation requirements.: No

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Observation Hours
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Observation Hours Required:
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Does your program require pharmacy observation hours?: Recommended, but not required
Please note any additional relevant information::
Belmont University College of Pharmacy highly recommends that prospective students consider the breadth of pharmacy practice when investigating observation opportunities, including hospitals, non-profit clinics serving the community, specialized settings within industry or government, and locally owned community pharmacies. Feel free to contact us for suggestions in your local area.


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Evaluations (Letters of Reference)
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Evaluations Required:
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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: NOT ACCEPTED
Employer: ACCEPTED
Faculty Advisor: ACCEPTED
Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
Health Care Professional: ACCEPTED
Pharmacist: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Politician: NOT ACCEPTED
Pre-Health Advisor: ACCEPTED
Professor (Any Subject Area): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Professor (Liberal Arts): ACCEPTED
Professor (Math): ACCEPTED
Professor (Science): ACCEPTED
Supervisor: ACCEPTED
Teaching Assistant: NOT ACCEPTED

Committee Letters:
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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.:
Prefer individual references, but a committee letter will be accepted for one of the two references required.

Does it count as more than one evaluation?: No

Composite Letters:
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What is your college/school policy on composite letters?: Conditionally accepted
If you've selected "Conditionally Accepted," please post the criteria you require and all necessary information for the applicants.:
Prefer individual references, but a composite letter will be accepted for one of the two references required.

Does it count as more than one evaluation?: No

Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations::
At least one letter of reference from a pharmacist is preferred, although not required.

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Residency
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Is preference given to state residents?: No
Is preference given to residents of other states?: No
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International Applicants
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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 
Other clarifying information, if necessary::
Our program only accepts evaluations from WES and English translation is required.

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: :
International applicants whose native language is not English must take the exam. The TOEFL requirement may be waived for students who hold a bachelors degree from a regionally accredited institution in the US.

Post-B.S. Pharm.D. Programs for Current Pharmacists Licensed in the U.S.
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Does the institution offer a post-B.S. Pharm.D. program for current pharmacists who are already licensed in the U.S.? : No
Details on Post-B.S. Pharm.D. Programs [1]

[1] https://www.pharmcas.org/school-directory/explore-and-compare/post_bs_programs

Programs for Foreign-educated Pharmacists without a U.S. License
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Does the institution consider foreign-educated pharmacists WITHOUT a U.S. license for admission to the entry-level Pharm.D. program?: No

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Interviews
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Interview Format:: Individual applicants with one interviewer, Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI)
Does the institution offer an online interview option?: Yes
Briefly describe your institution's interview process::
Qualified applicants are invited to attend an upcoming Interview Day.  Interview days are held two to three weeks per month for most of the year and each one is limited in size.  Each applicant will meet individually with three different faculty interviewers.  In addition to an interview appointment, Interview Days often include a program presentation, campus and facility tour, an opportunity to talk with current students, and an onsite writing sample.

Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description:: https://www.belmont.edu/pharmacy/admission.html
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Accepted Applicants
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Deposits:
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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 enrollment deposit is required to hold a place in the entering class.  The enrollment deposit is generally required within a month after admission with the time frame shortened later in the spring and early summer as space is available.


Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class:: 2024-08-21
Additional details for accepted applicants::
Student orientation begins one week prior to the first day of classes.

Are accepted applicants required to have CPR certification prior to matriculation?: No
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Background Checks and Drug Screenings
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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?: Yes
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