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Submission Number: 4125
Submission ID: 73
Submission UUID: 0074caf9-f69c-48e7-9702-c3a44b8bd4cd
Submission URI: /publishedsurvey
Submission Update: /publishedsurvey?token=kDsvUALXAyi64GslX0ITaeGbh62djaYieIsUbtkd06Y
Created: Wed, 09/04/2019 - 23:41
Completed: Thu, 06/25/2020 - 17:55
Changed: Fri, 06/26/2020 - 09:32
Remote IP address: 64.229.180.247
Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English
Is draft: No
Current page: Complete
Webform: Pharm.D. School Directory
Submitted to: Published Survey
Contact Information
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
School of Pharmacy
Somerset Hall, Room 116
Princess Anne
Maryland
21853
United States
Maryland
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Name: Dr. Sean Vasaitis
Title: Assistant Dean for Student Affairs
Office: Office of Student Affairs
Email: tsvasaitis@umes.edu
Program Application Deadline
April 1, 2021
No
Program Information
Full Accreditation
No
Public
No
Semester (2 terms per academic year)
* 2 - 3
Not Required
Yes
Affiliation or articulation agreement with undergraduate institution(s)
Last Entering Class
49
Upcoming Entering Class
50
0
Dual and Concurrent Degrees
No
No
Program Description
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) School of Pharmacy has the only three year concentrated Doctor of Pharmacy program in the state of Maryland. Our curriculum provides students with a strong foundation in the pharmaceutical, social/administrative and clinical sciences. With a major emphasis on high quality patient-centered care, innovation, and lifelong learning skills, our graduates are able to excel in any professional arena. Students are mentored by nationally renowned faculty with a student-faculty ratio of approximately 6:1. With a diverse student population, we utilize best teaching practices to ensure that every student achieves their full potential through an intellectually challenging and enriching educational experience. Our 2018 graduates had the highest NAPLEX pass rate in Maryland, and exceeded the national average. Our alumni are leaders in the profession, advancing the field of pharmacy and making a difference in the lives of the patients they serve. We are seeking highly motivated, exceptional students to continue this tradition of excellence. Discover us at: www.umes.edu/pharmacy
GPA and Credit Hour Criteria
N/A
N/A
66
36
104
Course Prerequisites
Course Subject | Course Title | Semester Hours (Min) | Quarter Hours (Min) |
---|---|---|---|
Chemistry | General Chemistry (w/Lab, for science majors) | 8 | 12 |
Chemistry | Organic Chemistry (w/Lab, for science majors) | 8 | 12 |
General Elective(s) | Arts & Humanities/Social & Behavioral Sciences* | 12 | 20 |
Communication / Speech (Verbal) | Public Speaking/Speech/Interpersonal Communications | 3 | 5 |
Biology/Biological Science | General Biology (w/Lab, for science majors) | 4 | 6 |
Anatomy & Physiology | Anatomy/Physiology (w/Lab) | 8 | 12 |
Microbiology | Microbiology (w/Lab) | 4 | 6 |
Physics | Physics (w/Lab)[May be algebra or calculus based] | 4 | 6 |
Math | Calculus | 4 | 6 |
Statistics | Statistics** | 3 | 5 |
Economics | Economics | 3 | 5 |
English Composition / Writing | English Composition and/or Literature | 6 | 10 |
Prerequisites need to be completed by July 1, 2021.
* Recommended courses are psychology, sociology, anthropolgy, philosophy, history, literature, art, music, theater, drama, business, education or foreign languages.
** A math based rather than a social science or humanities based course (e.g. Business statistics) is required to fulfill this course requirement.
Biochemistry coursework is strongly recommended.
It is recommended that prerequisite coursework be completed at an accredited college or university in the United States. However, foreign credits that have been reviewed by World Education Service (WES) are accepted. Credit by examination (e.g. AP, CLEP) may be granted for some courses. AP Scores of 3 or better are accepted for social science, humanities courses, and math courses. A score of 4 or better is required for science courses. Online courses are not accepted for science courses.
** A math based rather than a social science or humanities based course (e.g. Business statistics) is required to fulfill this course requirement.
Biochemistry coursework is strongly recommended.
It is recommended that prerequisite coursework be completed at an accredited college or university in the United States. However, foreign credits that have been reviewed by World Education Service (WES) are accepted. Credit by examination (e.g. AP, CLEP) may be granted for some courses. AP Scores of 3 or better are accepted for social science, humanities courses, and math courses. A score of 4 or better is required for science courses. Online courses are not accepted for science courses.
Yes
Supplemental Materials
Yes
Yes
$40
The Supplemental Application is available for electronic submission through our Website:
https://www.umes.edu/PharmD/Content/How-to-Apply/
https://www.umes.edu/PharmD/Content/How-to-Apply/
PCAT and Other Tests
Required
The February 2021 test date will be the last date considered for fall 2021 applicants. However, applicants are encouraged to test earlier because we have rolling admissions.
N/A
Yes
GRE, MCAT, Other
We will consider MCAT or GRE scores for applicants that have attended other graduate or professional programs on a case-by-case basis.
Observation Hours
No
Evaluations (Letters of Reference)
Yes
Three (3)
- Clergy: NOT ACCEPTED
- Co-Worker: NOT ACCEPTED
- Employer: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Faculty Advisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
- Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
- Health Care Professional: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Pharmacist: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Politician: NOT ACCEPTED
- Pre-Health Advisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Professor (Liberal Arts): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Professor (Math): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Professor (Science): REQUIRED
- Supervisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Teaching Assistant: NOT ACCEPTED
Conditionally accepted
Committee Letter may be substituted for the Professor (Sci) Letter, if the school policy prevents science faculty from writing individual letters of recommendation.
No
No answer
One letter must be from a science professor. The additional two letters may be from one of the recommended categories.
Residency
Yes
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
Foreign credits are acccepted ONLY if they have been evaluated by WES (World Education Services) or ECE.
No
Interviews
Individual applicants with one interviewer
The Admissions Committee will contact applicants by e-mail, if selected for an on-site interview. The interview session is a half-day process lasting from 12:30 pm-4:30 pm.
Accepted Applicants
Yes
No
Amount: $750
The deposit is non-refundable. However, for students who matriculate into the program, the funds will be credited to their student account.
The deposit is non-refundable. However, for students who matriculate into the program, the funds will be credited to their student account.
Background Checks and Drug Screenings
No
No