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Submission Number: 4107
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Created: Tue, 09/10/2019 - 20:43
Completed: Tue, 05/23/2023 - 09:46
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Institution Name The University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill
College or School Name Eshelman School of Pharmacy
Short Name U of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Banner Image: PharmCAS_banner_image.png
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Street 1 UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy
Street 2 301 Pharmacy Lane
Street 3 Campus Box 7566
City Chapel Hill
State North Carolina
Zip 27599
Country United States
Program Location: North Carolina
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? February 1, 2024
Final Application Deadline Description:
What is the priority application deadline for your program? October 2, 2023
Describe any requirements or incentives for applicants who apply by the priority deadline. The priority deadline is non-binding and is best suited for candidates for whom UNC is their first choice. Applicants who submit both their PharmCAS application and the supplemental information form by the priority deadline will receive priority consideration for an interview invitation and an opportunity to apply for the Dean's Signature Scholarships. Those who apply by the priority deadline may also receive their admissions decision earlier in the application cycle.
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: Asheville, North Carolina
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? * 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: 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: 140
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Target number of Pharm.D. seats for the upcoming P1 entering class: 150
Maximum number of Pharm.D. seats available in the upcoming P1 entering class: 150
Anticipated number of early assurance students advancing to the P1 year in the upcoming entering class: 14
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/MPH (Public Health)
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: Learn more about our dual degree options here: https://pharmacy.unc.edu/education/pharmd/program/
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Program Description At the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, everything we do begins and ends with the patient in mind. As the No. 1 pharmacy school in the country, our mission is to advance medicine for life by discovering the medicines of tomorrow, maximizing the benefit of medicines of today and training the next generation of pharmacists.

Our transformative curriculum provides students with foundational concepts before they enter the classroom. These concepts are later applied through student-to-student and student-to-faculty interactions. Immersion experiences in patient care begin immediately following year one and will continue through year four. Fourth year students can also select an international rotation in one of nine practice sites. Our students are involved in vibrant co-curricular experiences through student organizations that enhance their learning, growth and development in the classroom. They staff two indigent care clinics, host health fairs and hold leadership positions in local, state and national organizations.

We also offer a dual campus model with campuses in Chapel Hill and Asheville. One school, two campuses, same degree. All students complete their PY1 foundational year on the Chapel Hill campus where they explore careers in pharmacy and learn about both campuses. During the PY1 year, students designate their choice for one of the campuses, each of which offers a distinct but comparable experience. All students, regardless of campus, receive their degree from the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy.

We look forward to introducing you to our community! To learn more, visit: https://pharmacy.unc.edu/
Program Description Video:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Minimum Overall GPA: 2.5
Minimum Prerequisite GPA: 2.5
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants:
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: 34
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 90
Total number of basic science college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 51
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)
Chemistry Chemistry 101/101L (General Chemistry I with lab) 4 6
Chemistry Chemistry 102/102L (General Chemistry II with lab) 4 6
Chemistry *Chemistry 241/241L (Separations/Analytical Characterization with lab) UNC-Chapel Hill students only 3 0
Chemistry Chemistry 261 (Organic Chemistry I with lab) 4 6
Chemistry Chemistry 262/262L (Organic Chemistry II with lab) 4 6
Biology/Biological Science Biology 101/101L (Principles of Biology with lab) 4 6
Anatomy & Physiology Biology 252/252L (Human Anatomy/Physiology with lab) 4 6
Microbiology Microbiology 251 or 255 (Microbiology with or without lab) 3 4
Physics Physics 114/114L (General Physics I with lab, calculus-based preferred but will accept algebra-based) 4 6
Math Math 231 or Math 241 (Calculus of One Variable) 3 4
Statistics Statistics 151 or 155 (Statistics) 3 4
Biochemistry Chemistry 430 (Biological Chemistry - upper level biochemistry class with two semesters of organic chemistry as a prerequisite) 3 4
When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)? Students must successfully complete all prerequisite courses by the spring semester of the year they plan to enroll in the program.
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: Please send your specific course information to pharmacy_admissions@unc.edu for official review by the School.
Can applicants use pass/fail classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?
  • Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: No
  • Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : No
  • Non-Science Course Prerequisites: No
Enter any additional information regarding pass/fail course prerequisites: While we prefer letter grades, we will accept pass or credit grades for courses taken during the Spring 2020 and Fall 2020 semesters from institutions that put special grading accommodations in place due to COVID-19.
Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites: Students with an undergraduate degree prior to enrolling must complete the math and science prerequisites only. Students currently enrolled at UNC-Chapel Hill take Chemistry 241/241L (Separations/Analytical Characterization).

Students enrolling in the program without a bachelor's degree are required to complete at least two years of undergraduate coursework (at least 60 semester credit hours) including the math, science, and general education prerequisites. The general education prerequisites include ENG 105 "English Composition" (3 semester credits), two Social Sciences (6 semester credits total), and two Humanities (6 semester credits total). Examples of accepted social science courses include Psychology, Sociology, Economics, Political Science, and Anthropology. Examples of accepted humanities courses include English, History, Philosophy, Ethics, Ethnic and Gender Studies, Social Justice, or foreign language. For additional information, please reference the course prerequisite website: https://pharmacy.unc.edu/education/pharmd/prospective-students/
Link to additional course prerequisites information: https://pharmacy.unc.edu/education/pharmd/prospective-students/
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? Yes
Link to Supplemental Instructions:
Will your institution require a supplemental application fee? No
Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements: After the PharmCAS application is submitted, verified, and released to our School, we will email applicants a link with instructions for submitting a supplemental information form. The form is free to submit and should only take applicants a few minutes to complete. Applications are not considered complete or reviewed for interview invitations until this supplemental information form is submitted.
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: https://pharmacy.unc.edu/education/pharmd/prospective-students/
Additional PCAT information: The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy is now PCAT test optional. Applicants who are unable to complete an exam or who choose not to report exam scores will not be disadvantaged.
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? No
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: ACCEPTED
  • Co-Worker: ACCEPTED
  • Employer: ACCEPTED
  • Faculty Advisor: ACCEPTED
  • Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Health Care Professional: ACCEPTED
  • Pharmacist: ACCEPTED
  • Politician: ACCEPTED
  • Pre-Health Advisor: ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Any Subject Area): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Liberal Arts): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Math): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Science): ACCEPTED
  • Supervisor: ACCEPTED
  • Teaching Assistant: ACCEPTED
What is your college/school policy on committee letters? No Answer
What is your college/school policy on composite letters? No answer
Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations: Applications are considered completed when two evaluations are received. High school teachers are not among the instructors that should be used for evaluations due to the distance from last attendance and the subject matter level.
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: NC residency for tuition purposes is not determined by the institution. Students who wish to be considered as in-state for tuition purposes must complete the Residency Determination Service and provide their RCN number. https://www.ncresidency.org/
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
Other clarifying information, if necessary: We only accept evaluations from WES. Please request course-by-course WES evaluations directly through the application as stated on the PharmCAS transcript page.
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: We prefer for students to have a TOEFL iBT score greater than or equal to 100. TOEFL exemptions are available in some cases. Please consult the School's website for additional information.
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: Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI)
Does the institution offer an online interview option? Yes
Briefly describe your institution's interview process: Students invited to interview will meet with faculty, staff, and current students. Each candidate will participate in a multiple mini interview (MMI) session. The MMI is a series of interview stations consisting of timed interview scenarios. Applicants rotate through the stations, each with their own interviewers and scenarios, over the course of an hour. The MMI does not test pharmacy knowledge but will assess characteristics and attributes the Admissions Committee feel are important for success as a pharmacist. The MMI format is quick interaction responding to scenarios and is not a traditional "get to know you" interview. There are additional opportunities to meet faculty and students in a more casual setting during the interview day.
Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description: https://pharmacy.unc.edu/education/pharmd/prospective-students/
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: In addition to submitting an Intent to Enroll form, students must pay a $500 non-refundable deposit. The enrollment deposit is applied to the first tuition bill.
Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class: 2024-08-01
Additional details for accepted applicants: Pre-orientation happens during the summer beginning in mid-May and is online. In-person orientation begins on August 1st on the campus in Chapel Hill for all new PY1 students.
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
Admin Status Published
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AACP Institution Number
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