Contact Information
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Enhance your PharmD by adding an MBA or MSSL (Strategic Leadership) at no additional cost! Campus and virtual interview options available. Tuition is the same for both in- and out-of-state students.  All students receive a scholarship. 

Institution Address:
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Street 1: University of Charleston School of Pharmacy
Street 2: 2300 MacCorkle Avenue, SE
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City: Charleston
State: West Virginia
Zip: 25304
Country: United States

Program Location:: West Virginia
Admissions Office Contact(s)::
- Name: Ms. Stacie Geise
  Title: Executive Director of Enrollment & Admissions
  Office: Office of Enrollment & Admissions
  Phone (Work): 304-357-4889
  Email: staciegeise@ucwv.edu

Institutional Website::
- http://www.ucwv.edu/pharmacy
- https://www.ucwv.edu/academics/school-of-pharmacy/admissions/
- https://econnections.ucwv.edu/forms/transcript/request
- https://www.ucwv.edu/academics/school-of-pharmacy/pharmacy-mba-mssl/

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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? : November 1, 2023
Describe any requirements or incentives for applicants who apply by the priority deadline. :
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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:: Affiliation or articulation agreement with undergraduate institution(s), 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:: 28
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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), PharmD/MSOL (Organizational Leadership), Other Dual Degrees
If other dual degrees, as defined above, please list::
PharmD/MSSL (Strategic Leadership)


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: :
The MBA or MSSL can be added for free to enhance your pharmacy career, with no extra applications to complete. Not only can you pursue traditional positions in pharmacy practice, but you will also be prepared for career paths in management, the pharmaceutical industry, research and education, marketing, biotechnology, entrepreneurial ventures, and more.

Learn more: https://www.ucwv.edu/academics/school-of-pharmacy/pharmacy-mba-mssl/

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Program Description
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Program Description:
UCSOP offers a 4-yr curriculum preparing you to practice in today’s rapidly changing health care environment, across a diverse spectrum of practice areas, including community, hospital, outpatient, industry, research, government, and academic settings. It features a longitudinal approach, bridging the gap between the foundational sciences and clinical practice and allowing you to build upon knowledge and skills each year. 

From a state of the art facility, to an in-house patient care clinic, the UCSOP makes it possible for students to participate in delivering pharmacy services to real patient’s just steps away from their academic classroom and labs. From the beginning, we envisioned a different kind of school of pharmacy -- one where the role of pharmacy was shaped by community-focused students and caring, hands-on faculty in an intimate environment. 

UCSOP uses a holistic admissions process to identify talented, qualified, and committed individuals through a competitive admissions process.

HIGHLIGHTS OF OUR PROGRAM INCLUDE:

*Small classes & personalized attention
*Learn from nationally recognized faculty, actively practicing in their field, every step of the way.
*Unique clinical rotations from Alaska to Puerto Rico - whether you want to explore somewhere new or stay local to the region, with over 620 rotations there is something for everyone. Your 1,904 experiential hours are built into the curriculum & arranged by our Office of Experiential Education. 
*Opportunities to participate in community outreach and rural health initiatives in vaccination efforts, disease management, medication adherence & safety, substance use disorders, and more.
* Employment rates above 90% within first year of graduation. 
*UC is ranked #1 in Diversity & Campus Safety in West Virginia
*One of the most affordable 4-yr, private school tuitions in the country

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GPA and Credit Hour Criteria
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Minimum Overall GPA:: N/A
Minimum Prerequisite GPA:: N/A
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants::
While we do not have a required minimum GPA, we consider a 2.75+ GPA to be competitive. All applications received are reviewed and considered using a holistic admissions process. 

Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 56
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 36
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Provide any additional information regarding credit hour policies for applicants::
Free Transcript Evaluations:  https://econnections.ucwv.edu/forms/transcript/request 

Contact pharmacy@ucwv.edu for any questions on prereqs. 

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Course Prerequisites
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List of Course Prerequisites::
Course Subject: Anatomy
Course Title: Human Anatomy & Lab (may be Human Anatomy & Physiology I)
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Physiology
Course Title: Human Physiology & Lab (may be Human Anatomy & Physiology II)
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: Biology I and Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: Biology II and Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Microbiology
Course Title: Microbiology and Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General Chemistry I and Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General Chemistry II and Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry I and Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry II and Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Math
Course Title: Calculus
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4.5
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Course Subject: Statistics
Course Title: Statistics
Semester Hours (Min): 2
Quarter Hours (Min): 3
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Course Subject: Economics
Course Title: Economics (Macro or Micro, or economic sociology can be accepted)
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4.5
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Course Subject: English Composition / Writing
Course Title: English I
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4.5
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Course Subject: English Composition / Writing
Course Title: English II
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4.5
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Course Subject: Social/Behavioral Science
Course Title: Psychology or Sociology
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4.5
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Course Subject: Humanities
Course Title: History or Political Science
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4.5

When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)?:
Successfully complete all courses with a C- or better by July prior to the August you intend to start the program.  (Example, July 31, 2024 when starting program August 2024)

Request a free transcript evaluation to confirm exactly which prereqs are met and which may still be outstanding: https://econnections.ucwv.edu/forms/transcript/request

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::
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. 

Can applicants use pass/fail 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 pass/fail course prerequisites::
Pass/Fail classes completed during the pandemic will be accepted. Please contact pharmacy@ucwv.edu for more information. 

Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites::
Courtesy Transcript Evaluation available:  https://econnections.ucwv.edu/forms/transcript/request 

Prerequisites must be completed prior to the beginning of the professional program. All prerequisite coursework must be completed with a grade C- or better prior to entry into the  program. AP credit is only accepted if it appears on a college transcript All questions should be directed to 304-357-4889 or pharmacy@ucwv.edu.

Link to additional course prerequisites information:: https://www.ucwv.edu/academics/school-of-pharmacy/admissions/
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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:: Optional
Link to PCAT information on institutional website:: https://www.ucwv.edu/academics/school-of-pharmacy/admissions/
Additional PCAT information::
Completion of the Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT) is optional for the 2023-2024 cycle

Minimum composite PCAT score considered:: N/A
Other Admission Tests:
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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?: No

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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: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
Co-Worker: NOT ACCEPTED
Employer: ACCEPTED
Faculty Advisor: ACCEPTED
Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
Health Care Professional: ACCEPTED
Pharmacist: ACCEPTED
Politician: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
Pre-Health Advisor: ACCEPTED
Professor (Any Subject Area): REQUIRED
Professor (Liberal Arts): ACCEPTED
Professor (Math): ACCEPTED
Professor (Science): ACCEPTED
Supervisor: ACCEPTED
Teaching Assistant: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)

Committee Letters:
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What is your college/school policy on committee letters? : Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation?: No

Composite Letters:
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What is your college/school policy on composite letters?: Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation?: No

Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations::
The UCSOP requires two letters of recommendation. At least one letter MUST be from a professor. 

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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
Additional information about the program’s state residency requirements::
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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, 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::
Translation by any recognized official transcript evaluation service is required, however WES is preferred. 

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: :
Select code 8246 and 5419. The TOEFL is NOT required if you took prerequisite coursework at an accredited US college or US university.

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?: Yes
Enter any additional information for foreign-educated pharmacists without a U.S. license who are interested in the entry-level Pharm.D. program.:
Students must apply through PharmCAS to complete the full 4-yr PharmD program. Upon admission, the UCSOP works with students indiviudally on the I-20 and VISA requirements.  Please visit: https://www.ucwv.edu/academics/school-of-pharmacy/admissions and contact pharmacy@ucwv.edu with questions. 


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Interviews
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Interview Format:: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Does the institution offer an online interview option?: Yes
Briefly describe your institution's interview process::
Once the UCSOP receives the complete PharmCAS application, your application will be reviewed. Competitive applicants will be invited for an interview. The interview panel consists of at least two UCSOP faculty members. Each interview is 30 minutes in duration. The interview process is designed to ascertain the applicant's strengths in the non-cognitive areas of interest identified as important measures and potential for success in the school's pharmacy program.

The interviewers will not have access to your application. Both campus and virtual options are available. 

Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description:: https://www.ucwv.edu/academics/school-of-pharmacy/admissions/
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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 tuition deposit is required to accept an offer and hold your seat in the program. The deposit can be split into two $250 installments.  The first $250 payment will be due in 2 weeks of the offer date, while the second $250 will be due by May 1st. 

Candidates interviewing on campus will receive a $100 early tuition deposit discount.  Candidates applying by the Priority Deadline (Nov 1) will receive a $100 early tuition deposit discount. 
These discounts are stackable, so a student interviewing on campus and applying by November 1st will receive a $200 discount.  


Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class:: 2024-08-12
Additional details for accepted applicants::
PHAR 501L is the required orientation for incoming students.  This on-campus course will begin in August one week before the fall semester begins. The PHAR 501L orientation start date for Fall 2023 was August 14, 2023.

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?: No
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