FREE DUAL-DEGREE PROGRAM: add a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Strategic Leadership (MSSL) degree to your PharmD degree at no additional cost or time, providing a valuable path to career enhancement and diverse professional opportunities.

TOP 5 MOST AFFORDABLE 4-year, private program tuition for in-state or out-of-state students. All admitted students are awarded at least a $3,000 annual scholarship.
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FREE DUAL-DEGREE PROGRAM: add a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Strategic Leadership (MSSL) degree to your PharmD degree at no additional cost or time, providing a valuable path to career enhancement and diverse professional opportunities.

TOP 5 MOST AFFORDABLE 4-year, private program tuition for in-state or out-of-state students. All admitted students are awarded at least a $3,000 annual scholarship.
University of Charleston School of Pharmacy
2300 MacCorkle Avenue, SE
Charleston
West Virginia
25304
United States
West Virginia
Yes

Program Application Deadline

June 2, 2025
November 1, 2024
Applicants who submit an application by November 1st will receive $100 off their Early Tuition Deposit.
Yes

Program Information

Full Accreditation
No
Private
No
Semester (2 terms per academic year)
2 years
Not Required
4 years
Yes
Yes
Yes
University of Charleston undergraduate students, as well as some Academic Partner students can take advantage of an Accelerate Bachelors (3+4) Pathway and apply their first year of pharmacy school credits back to their undergraduate degree and receive their Bachelor of Science degree after their P1 year.
No
Yes

Last Entering Class

11
Yes

Dual and Concurrent Degrees

Yes
PharmD/MBA (Business Administration), PharmD/MSOL (Organizational Leadership), Other Dual Degrees
PharmD/MSSL (Strategic Leadership)
No
Add a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a healthcare concentration or a Master of Science in Strategic Leadership (MSSL) degree to your PharmD program at no additional cost or time, providing a valuable path to career enhancement and diverse professional opportunities.
Yes

Program Description

University of Charleston School of Pharmacy’s mission is to prepare pharmacy leaders dedicated to making a positive impact on their communities. Our students forge lasting connections and expand their horizons while creating meaningful understanding and impact in 6 core areas: leadership, advocacy, public health, interprofessional experience, cultural awareness, and innovation.

Our award-winning faculty nurture students to provide the highest standard of culturally sensitive, interprofessional patient care, with an emphasis on underserved populations. We believe that the best thing we can offer our students is an opportunity to become their best — to provide experiences that broaden their viewpoint and support to help them achieve their dreams.

HIGHLIGHTS:
SMALL SCHOOL ATMOSPHERE: an intimate learning environment with an average class size of 30 students and a 5:1 student to faculty ratio. We use an appreciative advising model where faculty provide personalized guidance to students, tailoring curricular and co-curricular plans to your career goals.

DIVERSITY AND SAFETY: Ranked #1 in diversity and campus safety in the state, UC is home to students from over 40 states and countries. Our students learn alongside peers from rich, diverse backgrounds, making them better pharmacists and people.

HANDS ON EXPERIENCE: Immerse yourself in our dynamic, technology-infused program with nearly 2,000 experiential hours and built-in certifications. From local opportunities in West Virginia to diverse experiences in places like Alaska and Puerto Rico, gain valuable experience at renowned institutions such as the Cleveland Clinic, FDA, CDC, and Indian Health Services.
Yes

GPA and Credit Hour Criteria

N/A
N/A
While we do not have a required minimum GPA, we consider a 2.75+ GPA to be competitive with a C- in all prerequisite courses to be competitive. All applications received are reviewed and considered using a holistic admissions process.
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Free Transcript Evaluations: https://bit.ly/ucsoptranscript

Email pharmacy@ucwv.edu or text 304-462-2494 for any questions about prerequisite courses.
Yes

Course Prerequisites

Course Subject Course Title Semester Hours (Min) Quarter Hours (Min)
Anatomy Human Anatomy & Lab (may be Human Anatomy & Physiology I) 4 6
Physiology Human Physiology & Lab (may be Human Anatomy & Physiology II) 4 6
Biology/Biological Science Biology I and Lab 4 6
Biology/Biological Science Biology II and Lab 4 6
Microbiology Microbiology and Lab 4 6
Chemistry General Chemistry I and Lab 4 6
Chemistry General Chemistry II and Lab 4 6
Chemistry Organic Chemistry I and Lab 4 6
Chemistry Organic Chemistry II and Lab 4 6
Math Calculus 3 4.5
Statistics Statistics 2 3
Economics Economics (Macro or Micro, or economic sociology can be accepted) 3 4.5
English Composition / Writing English I 3 4.5
English Composition / Writing English II 3 4.5
Social/Behavioral Science Psychology or Sociology 3 4.5
Humanities History or Political Science 3 4.5
Successfully complete all courses with a C- or better by July prior to the August you intend to start the program. (Example, July 31, 2025 when starting program August 2025)

Request a free transcript evaluation: https://bit.ly/ucsoptranscript
  • Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Yes
  • Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes
  • Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes
Online courses will be accepted as long as they are successfully completed through an accredited college or university. Please contact pharmacy@ucwv.edu with questions.
  • Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Varies
  • Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Varies
  • Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Varies
Pass/Fail classes completed during the pandemic will be accepted. Please contact pharmacy@ucwv.edu for more information.
Free Transcript Evaluation available: https://bit.ly/ucsoptranscript

AP Credits will be accepted if they appear on a college transcript

Prerequisites must be completed prior to the beginning of the professional program with a C- or better.
Yes

Supplemental Materials

No
No
UCSOP does not require a supplemental application or application fee.
Yes

Standardized Tests

No
Yes

Observation Hours

No
Yes

Evaluations (Letters of Reference)

Yes
Two (2)
  • Co-Worker: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Employer: ACCEPTED
  • Faculty Advisor: ACCEPTED
  • Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Health Care Professional: ACCEPTED
  • Pharmacist: ACCEPTED
  • Pre-Health Advisor: ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Any Subject Area): REQUIRED
  • Professor (Liberal Arts): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Math): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Science): ACCEPTED
  • Supervisor: ACCEPTED
Accepted
No
Accepted
No
The UCSOP requires two letters of recommendation. At least one letter MUST be from a professor.
Yes

Residency

No
No
In-state and out-of-state students pay the same tuition.
Yes

International Applicants

Yes
US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, US Temporary Residents, Canadian Citizens, Foreign (non-US) Citizens with a Visa, Other Non-Citizens (e.g. DACA Students)
Send a foreign transcript evaluation report (FTER) to PharmCAS AND Send an original foreign transcript directly to the school
If you have received international course credits, we will need a course-by-course transcript evaluation by an official NACES member evaluation company so we can accurately evaluate your transcript. WES is the recommended source by PharmCAS.
Yes
Select code 8246 and 5419. The TOEFL is NOT required if you took prerequisite coursework at an accredited US college or US university.
No
Details on Post-B.S. Pharm.D. Programs
Yes
Students should apply through PharmCAS to complete the full 4-yr PharmD program. Upon admission, we will work with you on the I-20 and VISA requirements.
Yes

Interviews

Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Yes
As part of our holistic admissions process, your interview will be closed-file with two faculty members. This allows our interviewers to genuinely get to know you without any bias. Whether you join us on campus or virtually, you will also have a chance to see what makes UCSOP different during an informative presentation and opportunities to meet with other faculty and students.
Yes

Accepted Applicants

Yes
No
A $500 non-refundable Early Tuition Deposit is required to accept our offer. The deposit can be split into two installments. The first installment will be due 2 weeks after accepting our offer, while the second installment will be due by June 1st.

Students who apply by November 1 will receive $100 off their Early Tuition Deposit.

Students who interview on campus will receive $100 off their Early Tuition Deposit.
2025-08-18
Welcome and Orientation Week (PHAR 501L) is required for incoming students. PHAR 501L for Class of 2025 will begin on August 11.
No
Yes

Background Checks and Drug Screenings

Yes
No
Yes