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Submission Number: 4115
Submission ID: 63
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Created: Tue, 09/17/2019 - 13:40
Completed: Wed, 06/14/2023 - 13:31
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Language: English

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Institution Name University of California, San Francisco
College or School Name School of Pharmacy
Short Name U of California, San Francisco
Banner Image: 2020.0611 pharmcas banner.png
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Street 1 UC San Francisco School of Pharmacy
Street 2 Room S-960, Box 0150
Street 3 513 Parnassus Avenue
City San Francisco
State California
Zip 94143
Country United States
Program Location: California
Admissions Office Contact(s):
  • Name: Joel W. Gonzales
    Title: Director of Admissions
    Office: Office of Student & Curricular Affairs
    Phone (Work): 415-502-5368
    Email: PharmD@ucsf.edu
  • Name: Edgar Micua
    Title: Admissions Coordinator
    Office: Office of Student & Curricular Affairs
    Phone (Work): 415-476-2733
    Email: PharmD@ucsf.edu
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? December 1, 2023
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. Applicants who meet the priority application deadline (with a complete application) and have their applications verified by PharmCAS, may be eligible for early admissions interviews and decision notification.
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? Public
Is your institution part of an academic health center? Yes
Academic Term Type: Quarter (4 terms per academic year)
What is the primary program structure for the Pharm.D. curriculum? * 2 - 3
Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions? Not Required
Does your institution have alternative enrollment options available? No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class: 122
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Target number of Pharm.D. seats for the upcoming P1 entering class: 127
Maximum number of Pharm.D. seats available in the upcoming P1 entering class: 127
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/MSCR (Clinical Research), 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: UCSF PharmD graduates are encouraged to build upon their pharmacy education through additional degrees. For more information, please visit our website: https://pharmacy.ucsf.edu/education
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Program Description The UCSF PharmD is a multifaceted and compassionate leader in pharmacy, with a scientific mindset and a limitless future. UCSF’s 3-year, year-round PharmD program prepares ambitious minds for diverse and dynamic careers in pharmacy and beyond. We inspire inquisitive students to think creatively from fresh perspectives and to fearlessly approach new challenges in pharmacy and across health care. From our home in the San Francisco Bay Area, and at the world’s leading university focused on health, our students care for—and learn from—diverse patient populations and evolve into patient-centered clinicians. UCSF PharmD graduates, equipped with a scientific mindset and an unmatched professional skillset, are transforming health care for patients and communities through pharmacy. Students are surrounded by individuals who inspire and challenge them to excel.

For more information on our PharmD program, please visit http://pharmd.ucsf.edu

For more information on applying to our program, please visit http://pharmd.ucsf.edu/admissions

For insight into our admissions process, visit our Admissions Director’s blog at http://pharmdadmissions.ucsf.edu
Program Description Video:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Minimum Overall GPA: 2.8
Minimum Prerequisite GPA: N/A
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants: The minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA to apply to our program is a 2.80 (as calculated by PharmCAS). On occasions the minimum GPA requirement has been waived for extenuating circumstances. Please contact our office for additional information on minimum GPA waivers.
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: 30
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 88
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)
Chemistry General Chemistry with Lab 8 12
Chemistry Organic Chemistry with Lab 8 12
Biology/Biological Science Biology with Lab 8 12
Physiology Physiology 3 4
Microbiology Microbiology with Lab 3 4
Math Calculus 3 4
Statistics Statistics 3 4
English Composition / Writing English Composition 5 8
Communication / Speech (Verbal) Public Speaking or Debate 3 4.5
Social/Behavioral Science Introduction to Psychology OR Introduction to Sociology OR Cultural Anthropology 3 4.5
Economics Microeconomics OR Macroeconomics 3 4.5
Other Humanities and/or Social Sciences (See website for more detailed information: http://pharmd.ucsf.edu/admissions/reqs/academic) 10 14.5
When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)? July 1, 2024 (You may be in the process of completing the prerequisites when you submit the application as well as planning to complete prerequisite requirements AFTER submitting the application, but all prerequisites must be satisfactorily completed by July 1 of the year of entry into the program.)
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: For detailed information on UCSF Prerequisite Requirements, visit: https://pharmd.ucsf.edu/admissions/reqs/academic

In order to be eligible for admission, you must satisfactorily complete a minimum total of 88 quarter units (equivalent to 59 semester units) of academic course work at another college. Our prerequisites are a part of this required minimum number of units.

You may be in the process of completing the prerequisites when you submit the application, but all prerequisites must be satisfactorily completed by July 1 of the year of entry into the program.
Link to additional course prerequisites information: https://pharmd.ucsf.edu/admissions/reqs/academic
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? Yes
If yes, please enter the dollar amount: $80.00
Link to supplemental fee form or instructions: http://pharmd.ucsf.edu/admissions/apply
Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements: UCSF Application Processing Fee: http://pharmd.ucsf.edu/admissions/apply
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: The PCAT is not required, rather it's optional. For example, this could apply to students at or near the minimum 2.80 GPA requirement or students who completed science prereq coursework more than seven years ago. Questions? We encourage you to contact our staff. For information on the PCAT as an option, visit our blog: http://pharmdadmissions.ucsf.edu/2018/12/2019-and-beyond-pcat-no-longer-required.html
Minimum composite PCAT score considered: N/A
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:
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? Three (3)
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? Conditionally accepted
If you've selected "Conditionally Accepted," please post the criteria you require and all necessary information for the applicants. Committee letters are acceptable. We will consider this as one letter, or multiple letters (depending on the wishes of an applicant.)
Does it count as more than one evaluation? Varies
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. Composite letters are acceptable. We will consider this as one letter, or multiple letters (depending on the wishes of an applicant.)
Does it count as more than one evaluation? Varies
Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations: UCSF requires at least 3 letters of reference. If a 4th letter is submitted, we will accept a fourth letter. Although not a requirement, we would like to receive a letter from an individual who could speak about your academic abilities.
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: Important specific information for foreign students is available online: http://pharmd.ucsf.edu/admissions/intl Students with non-US coursework must submit a World Educational Services (WES) evaluation along with original transcripts from the non-US institution. WES evaluations should be submitted to PharmCAS; non-US transcripts should be sent directly to our office. We will only accept evaluations completed by WES. We will not accept other evaluation services.
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:
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. All admitted students, regardless of previous training or degrees earned, must complete the entire three-year program.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Interview Format: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers, Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI), Other interview format
Does the institution offer an online interview option? Not sure at this time
Briefly describe your institution's interview process: Interviews are by invitation only and are held in Fall 2023 and Winter 2024. Details about the interview process are available on the web: http://pharmd.ucsf.edu/admissions/interview
Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description: http://pharmd.ucsf.edu/admissions/interview
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: $100
Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class: 2024-07-22
Additional details for accepted applicants: Start date of program (Tentative): 7/22/2024
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 501
SIDS 63