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Contact Information

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Institution Address:

1959 NE Pacific Street

H362 Health Sciences Building

Box 357631

Seattle

Washington

98195

United States

Program Location:

Washington

Admissions Office Contact(s):

Name: UW PharmD Admissions
Phone (Work): 206-543-6100
Email: uwpharmd@uw.edu
Name: Mike Spielman
Title: Director of Admissions and Recruitment
Phone (Work): 206-616-2916
Email: mspiel@uw.edu
Name: Emily Schump
Title: Associate Director of Admissions and Recruitment
Phone (Work): 206-616-0923
Email: eschump@uw.edu

Institutional Website:

http://sop.washington.edu/pharmd

Contact Information Video:

PHARMACY IN FOCUS - PHOENIX CHEN from SB on Vimeo.

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Program Application Deadline

Final Application Deadline:

What is the final (enforced) application deadline for your program?

May 1, 2024

Priority Application Deadline:

What is the priority application deadline for your program?

None

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Program Information

Please select the appropriate ACPE accreditation status for your institution from the list below:

Full Accreditation

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 (3 terms per academic year)

Program Structure:

What is the primary program structure for the Pharm.D. curriculum?

* 4

Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions?

Preferred

Alternative Enrollment Options:

Does your institution have alternative enrollment options available?

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Last Entering Class

Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class:

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Dual and Concurrent Degrees

Dual Degree:

Does your institution offer a dual degree program, as defined above?

Yes

If yes, check all that apply:

PharmD/MBA (Business Administration), PharmD/MS (Master of Science), PharmD/PA (Physician Assistant), PharmD/PhD (Doctor of Philosophy)

Does your institution offer a concurrent, double, or second degree program, as defined above?

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Program Description

Established in 1894, the University of Washington School of Pharmacy is a member of the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy and its PharmD program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education and highly ranked nationally.

The curriculum provides students with the scientific background and clinical skills necessary to thrive in pharmacist provider roles in a variety of settings. In addition to developing a depth of knowledge about medication treatments in an interprofessional training and practice environment, the curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving skills, leadership, teamwork, and communication skills. Pharmacists trained at the UW School of Pharmacy gain the skills and knowledge to ensure safe and effective medication use, promote healthy lifestyles and public health, support patient adherence, reduce medication-related problems and improve health outcomes.

Please visit our website for more information on collaborative efforts with local partners, program focus, and our new curriculum.

Program Description Video:

UWSOP Facilities Tour Video 3.22.22 from SB on Vimeo.

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

GPA and Credit Hour Criteria

Minimum Overall GPA:

N/A

Minimum Prerequisite GPA:

N/A

Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants:

While there is no established minimum GPA requirement, applicants with GPAs below 2.8 are generally not considered competitive.

Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:

Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:

Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:

102

Total number of basic science college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Course Prerequisites

List of Course Prerequisites:

Course Subject	Course Title	Semester Hours (Min)	Quarter Hours (Min)
Anatomy & Physiology	Two course anatomy and physiology sequence OR one standalone anatomy and one standalone physiology course. Labs strongly recommended but not required. Must cover all of the human body.	6	8
Biochemistry	Biochemistry. Labs not required	4	6
Biology/Biological Science	General Biology with labs	8	15
Chemistry	General Chemistry with labs	8	15
Chemistry	Organic Chemistry with labs	8	15
Microbiology	Microbiology with lab	4	5
Math	Calculus	3	5
Statistics	Statistics	3	5
English Composition / Writing	English Composition	6	10
Communication / Speech (Verbal)	Interpersonal Communications/Public Speaking	3	5
Economics	Microeconomics or Macroeconomics accepted	3	5
Humanities	Humanities elective	3	4
Social/Behavioral Science	Social Science Elective	3	4

When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)?

All prerequisites must be completed by the end of the spring 2024 term. Summer 2024 coursework is NOT acceptable.

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:

Prerequisite courses taken online due to the COVID-19 pandemic do not require prior approval. All other online courses (i.e. courses taken during the fall 2019 term or earlier) require approval for prerequisite completion. The UW School of Pharmacy will need a course syllabus for review.

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:

Prerequisite courses taken pass/no pass due to the COVID-19 pandemic do not require prior approval. All other pass/no pass courses (i.e. courses taken during the fall 2019 term or earlier) require approval for prerequisite completion. The UW School of Pharmacy will need a course syllabus for review.

Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites:

All science courses must include labs except Biochemistry and Anatomy & Physiology. Applicants who hold a BS/BA degree or higher from a US institution may waive the English Composition, Communications, Social Sciences, and Humanities requirements. All courses MUST be taken at an accredited institution in the United States. Courses must be approved by the School of Pharmacy and must have a passing grade.

All prerequisite courses must be taken from an accredited U.S. institution. International coursework will not be considered without prior authorization.

Official, sealed transcripts are required from ALL colleges or universities attended or from which credit was awarded including college-level course work completed while still in high school (Running Start, College in the High School, etc.) Transcripts must be submitted directly to PharmCAS. For additional information on prerequisites and AP/IB credit, please check our website.

Link to additional course prerequisites information:

https://sop.washington.edu/pharmd/admissions/prerequisite-info/

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Yes

Supplemental Materials

Supplemental Requirements:

Does your institution require applicants to submit a supplemental application or supplemental materials directly to the institution and outside of PharmCAS?

Supplemental Application Fee:

Will your institution require a supplemental application fee?

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

PCAT and Other Tests

Select the option that best describes the program’s PCAT policy:

Not Required or Considered

Additional PCAT information:

Minimum composite PCAT score considered:

N/A

Other Admission Tests:

Do you accept or require other admission tests? Do not include immunization requirement or other similar documentation requirements.

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Observation Hours

Observation Hours Required:

Does your program require pharmacy observation hours?

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Evaluations (Letters of Reference)

Evaluations Required:

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.

Committee Letters:

What is your college/school policy on committee letters?

No Answer

Composite Letters:

What is your college/school policy on composite letters?

Not Accepted

Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations:

Two (2) required recommendation forms and letters of recommendation. The University of Washington School of Pharmacy requires two recommendations from a source who can speak to your professional demeanor, accountability and maturity, such as a professor, teaching assistant, employer or volunteer supervisor.

Recommendations are NOT ACCEPTED from family members, friends, fraternity or sorority advisors, personal health care providers, high school faculty/advisors, mentors or job shadow professionals. Recommendations are not accepted from career services or reference letter centers; committee letters are also not acceptable.

Please note that if you submit more than two letters of reference, our review committee has the ability to read them. The PharmCAS Letter of Reference evaluation form/checklist is required.

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Residency

Is preference given to state residents?

Is preference given to residents of other states?

Additional information about the program’s state residency requirements:

Information about residency can be found here: https://registrar.washington.edu/students/residency/

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

International Applicants

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:

Study abroad courses will not need a separate evaluation provided the grades and credits are posted on the official university transcript. Indicate on PharmCAS which courses are considered study abroad.

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 take the TOEFL with a minimum score of 100 iBT. The TOEFL must be taken within two years of application.

If an international student has a Bachelors Degree from the U.S. by the time of application, we will waive the TOEFL requirement.

Post-B.S. Pharm.D. Programs for Current Pharmacists Licensed in the U.S.

Does the institution offer a post-B.S. Pharm.D. program for current pharmacists who are already licensed in the U.S.?

Details on Post-B.S. Pharm.D. Programs

Programs for Foreign-educated Pharmacists without a U.S. License

Does the institution consider foreign-educated pharmacists WITHOUT a U.S. license for admission to the entry-level Pharm.D. program?

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Interviews

Interview Format:

Individual applicants with one interviewer

Does the institution offer an online interview option?

Yes

Briefly describe your institution's interview process:

The interview day is an opportunity for applicants to learn more about our School and for our faculty to learn more about each applicant’s fit for our program. The interview day will include a meet and greet with faculty, two 25 minute one-on-one interviews, an admissions presentation, a panel with current students/alumni, and a tour of the campus (the tour is only available for those who interview on-campus). All interviews are conducted virtually through Zoom.

Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description:

https://sop.washington.edu/pharmd/admissions/application-procedures/interview-process/

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Accepted Applicants

Deposits:

Is a deposit required to hold an acceptee's place in the class?

Yes

Is the deposit refundable for any period of time?

Enter details on the deposit (e.g. amount) and deposit refund policies:

Accepted students will submit a non-refundable $500 deposit to hold their place in the class.

Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class:

2024-09-25

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

Background Checks and Drug Screenings

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?

I would like to mark this section as done.

Yes

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Contact Information

Program Application Deadline

Program Information

Last Entering Class

Dual and Concurrent Degrees

Program Description

GPA and Credit Hour Criteria

Course Prerequisites

Supplemental Materials

PCAT and Other Tests

Observation Hours

Evaluations (Letters of Reference)

Residency

International Applicants

Interviews

Accepted Applicants

Background Checks and Drug Screenings

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