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Philadelphia College of Pharmacy at Saint Joseph's University no longer requires PCAT test scores for admission.
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Submission Number: 4137
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Created: Tue, 08/27/2019 - 09:49
Completed: Wed, 06/07/2023 - 10:42
Changed: Thu, 04/04/2024 - 10:00

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Institution Name Saint Joseph's University (PA) – Philadelphia College of Pharmacy
College or School Name Philadelphia College of Pharmacy
Short Name Saint Josephs U Philadelphia
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If you need to post a notification below your institution name, please enter it here: Philadelphia College of Pharmacy at Saint Joseph's University no longer requires PCAT test scores for admission.
Street 1 600 S. 43rd Street
Street 2
Street 3
City Philadelphia
State Pennsylvania
Zip 19104
Country United States
Program Location: Pennsylvania
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? May 1, 2024
Final Application Deadline Description:
What is the priority application deadline for your program? None
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: Saint Joseph’s offers two campus locations in Philadelphia that we fondly refer to as “Hawk Hill” (located at 5600 City Avenue) and “University City” (600 South 43rd Street). The majority of coursework will be conducted at the University City campus., Our two locations offer the best of both a city and suburban student experience including academics and campus life., Each location brings complementary facility highlights: from state-of-the-art laboratories and brand-new recreation facilities in University City to a world-class arboretum and Division I athletics arena on Hawk Hill.
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)
What is the primary program structure for the Pharm.D. curriculum? * 0 - 6/7
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: Affiliation or articulation agreement with undergraduate institution(s), 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: 105
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Target number of Pharm.D. seats for the upcoming P1 entering class: 100
Maximum number of Pharm.D. seats available in the upcoming P1 entering class: 120
Anticipated number of early assurance students advancing to the P1 year in the upcoming entering class: 50
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Does your institution offer a dual degree program, as defined above? No
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: Select Masters and/or PhD programs are available.

Students in the PharmD program complete a curriculum which includes certifications in immunizations, medication therapy management, diabetes management, mental health, first aid, and SBIRT motivational interviewing; additional certificates may also be available.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Program Description The Philadelphia College of Pharmacy was the first college of pharmacy in North America, founded in 1821. Now a part of the School of Health Professions in Saint Joseph’s University, the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy offers its students the same high-quality curriculum with an expanded network of industry partners, alumni networking and opportunities for interdisciplinary study.

The Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) program mirrors the complex realities of modern practice, preparing students to thrive in today’s pharmacy environment. Ranked among the best pharmacy programs by U.S. News & World Report, our accredited Pharm.D. program offers a comprehensive professional curriculum combined with hands-on pharmacy practice experiences.

Under the guidance of expert practitioner-faculty and in state-of-the-art facilities, you will study immunizations, comprehensive medicine management, diabetes management, SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment) and more. Our coursework and approach provides the preparation necessary to pass the North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination® (NAPLEX®) and obtain state certification to become a practicing pharmacist. In Saint Joseph’s Pharm.D. program, you will gain hands-on pharmacy experience early on and build upon it through graduation. You’ll benefit from more than 400 local, national and international clinical affiliation sites for training, including some of the most renowned hospitals, medical centers and pharmaceutical companies.

You can add to your education through residencies, fellowships, minors, interdisciplinary coursework, additional degrees or certificates. Capstone courses allow you to explore drug therapy in the management & prevention of many disease states, work directly with data systems records that simulate those used in pharmacy practice, and develop drug therapy regimens using data from actual patients.
Program Description Video:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Minimum Overall GPA: 2.7
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: 0
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 38
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 0
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)
Biology/Biological Science General Biology I with Lab (NOT Anatomy & Physiology) 4
Biology/Biological Science General Biology II with Lab (NOT Anatomy & Physiology) 4
Chemistry General Chemistry I with Lab 4
Chemistry General Chemistry II with Lab 4
Chemistry Organic Chemistry I with Lab 4
Chemistry Organic Chemistry II with Lab 4
Microbiology Microbiology with lab 4
Anatomy & Physiology Human Anatomy & Physiology I 3
Anatomy & Physiology Human Anatomy & Physiology II 3
Math Calculus I 3
Physics Physics with lab 4
Statistics Statistics 3
Economics Economics (e.g., Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Health Economics) 3
Social/Behavioral Science Social/Behavioral Science (Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology, etc.) 3
English Composition / Writing Writing Intensive English (if bachelor degree earned before enrolling = 3 credits required; no bachelor degree = 6 credits required) 6
Communication / Speech (Verbal) Intro to Communication or Public Speaking 3
When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)? Accepted students must complete all course prerequisites prior to their first day of class in August.
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: Saint Joseph’s University understands the constraints on students during the recent COVID pandemic, and will accept pre-requisites from online courses completed during this time.
Can applicants use pass/fail classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?
  • Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Not sure at this time
  • Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Not sure at this time
  • Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Not sure at this time
Enter any additional information regarding pass/fail course prerequisites:
Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites: Students with a bachelor's degree, applying for the 1st professional year of the Pharmacy program may view additional pre-requisite information on our website at https://www.sju.edu/degree-programs/doctor-pharmacy-pharmd.

College students who have not yet earned a bachelor's degree, and interested in applying to the pre-professional level of the Pharmacy program should consult our website for additional information regarding pre-requisite requirements.

https://www.sju.edu/degree-programs/doctor-pharmacy-pharmd

Applicants will be evaluated for placement in the program based on prior college experience.
Link to additional course prerequisites information: https://www.sju.edu/degree-programs/doctor-pharmacy-pharmd
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? No
Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements:
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://www.sju.edu/degree-programs/doctor-pharmacy-pharmd
Additional PCAT information: Philadelphia College of Pharmacy at Saint Joseph's does NOT require PCAT tests for admission. Applicants who wish to submit PCAT test scores (official or unofficial) may do so, but PCAT scores are not required for admission.
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. Yes
If yes, select which other admission tests you accept or require: ACT, CASPer, DAT, GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, OAT, SAT, Situational Judgement Test, Other
If Other, please briefly describe: Saint Joseph's does NOT require any test scores, however we welcome any scores that applicant's would like to include as part of their application review.
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: Observation or shadowing hours are not required, but are recommended.
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: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Co-Worker: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Employer: ACCEPTED
  • Faculty Advisor: ACCEPTED
  • Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Health Care Professional: ACCEPTED
  • Pharmacist: ACCEPTED
  • Politician: NOT 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? Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation? Varies
What is your college/school policy on composite letters? Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation? Varies
Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations:
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
Other clarifying information, if necessary: International transfer students must have college coursework evaluated by WES (World Education Services) or ECE (Educational Credential Evaluators). Foreign course evaluations must be received by the application deadline (5/1/2024). All applicants must have a social security # prior to the start of the program in August.
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: International applicants are required to submit Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores, if their native language is not English, or if their college level studies were not conducted in English. A minimum score of 90 (6.5 IELTS) is required.
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? No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Interview Format: Individual applicants with one interviewer, Individual applicants with two or more interviewers, Multiple applicants with one or more interviewers
Does the institution offer an online interview option? Yes
Briefly describe your institution's interview process: Selected applicants will be asked to attend an interview day on campus, which will include the following: an interactive presentation about the PCP PharmD program; discussion of current medical literature relevant to pharmacy; an interview with two faculty and/or professional staff interviewers; a tour of campus with a focus on the cutting-edge pharmacy facilities; interaction with current pharmacy students, faculty and administrators; and lunch. If an on-campus visit is not feasible, the interview day will be conducted using virtual technology to replicate the in-person experience as closely as possible.
Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description: https://www.sju.edu/departments/philadelphia-college-pharmacy?utm_source=usciences&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=merger
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: Accepted students must accept their offer of admissions by submitting a non-refundable deposit of $500. Deposits are due typically 2-4 weeks after date of acceptance. Specific deposit deadlines and information will be included in official in admit letter.
Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class: 2024-08-19
Additional details for accepted applicants: Accepted students must have satisfied all pre-requisites and all conditions of admission noted in official admission letter prior to their first day of class.
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? No
Is your institution participating in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service? No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
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