Contact Information
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City: Laramie 
State: Wyoming
Zip: 82070
Country: United States

Program Location:: Wyoming
Admissions Office Contact(s)::
- Name: Janet Renneisen
  Title: Credentials Analyst/Academic Advisor
  Office: Health Sciences 291a
  Phone (Work): 307-766-6125
  Email: jrenneis@uwyo.edu
- Name: Maria Bennett 
  Title: Director of Pharmacy Student Services 
  Office: Health Sciences 295
  Phone (Work): 307-766-6132
  Email: mariav@uwyo.edu

Institutional Website::
- http://www.uwyo.edu/pharmacy

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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
Final Application Deadline Description::
Students must submit a complete application by this deadline.  


Priority Application Deadline:
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What is the priority application deadline for your program? : December 1, 2023
Describe any requirements or incentives for applicants who apply by the priority deadline. :
Students who apply by December 1st are eligible to apply for pharmacy scholarships.


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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?: Yes
Is your institution public or private?: Public
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:: 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:: 20
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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? : No

Does your institution offer a concurrent, double, or second degree program, as defined above?: Yes
Provide any additional information regarding dual, concurrent, double, or second degree programs: :
The University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy offers the following degree options for incoming PharmD Students:
MBA/PharmD-Masters of Business Administration/Doctor of Pharmacy
MSHSA/PharmD- Masters of Science Health Services Administration/Doctor of Pharmacy


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Program Description
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Program Description:
The University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy offers a four-year program of study leading to the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree as the only entry-level professional degree in pharmacy. Students are admitted to the professional program following a preprofessional program of not less than two years in length. Our Doctor of Pharmacy program is nationally accredited with a 100% job placement rate and our post-graduate residency placement rate is consistently well above the national average. Classes of 52 students assure each student maximum individual attention within our PharmD program.

In addition to the PharmD degree, we offer an online Master of Science degree in Health Services Administration for current pharmacy students, new and mid-career pharmacists and other healthcare professionals who want to become department directors, patient safety coordinators and/or directors, regulatory compliance officers, clinical research associates, health outcomes researchers or advance practice pharmacists. Students interested in pursuing an MBA in addition to their Doctor of Pharmacy can complete our dual PharmD/MBA which is a five year program. 

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GPA and Credit Hour Criteria
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Minimum Overall GPA:: NA
Minimum Prerequisite GPA:: NA
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Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 66
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 48
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 108
Total number of basic science college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 72
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Course Prerequisites
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List of Course Prerequisites::
Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: General Biology +Lab  
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: Animal Biology +Lab 
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Math
Course Title: Calculus
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Statistics
Course Title: Statistics
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General Chemistry I +Lab 
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General Chemistry II +Lab 
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry I +Lab 
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry II +Lab 
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Anatomy
Course Title: Human Anatomy 
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Anatomy
Course Title: Human Anatomy Lab 
Semester Hours (Min): 1
Quarter Hours (Min): 2
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Course Subject: Physiology
Course Title: Human Systems Physiology + Lab 
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Microbiology
Course Title: Microbiology +Lab 
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Biochemistry
Course Title: Principles of Biochemistry 
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 3

When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)?:
Students must have the majority of their prerequisites completed by the spring semester prior to matriculation.  Students can not take more than 2 prerequisite courses during the summer prior to matriculation.  Genetics can substitute for Animal Biology. 

Can applicants use online classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?:
Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: No
Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes
Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes

Enter any additional information regarding online course prerequisites::
The UWYO School of Pharmacy will make an exception for online coursework due to the Covid-19 pandemic.  Student should contact the Student Services office if they have questions. 


Can applicants use pass/fail classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?:
Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: No
Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : No
Non-Science Course Prerequisites: No

Enter any additional information regarding pass/fail course prerequisites::
The UWYO School of Pharmacy will consider exceptions due to the Covid-19 pandemic. 

Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites::
All science courses must have labs.  Students who are taking a fusion course of Human Anatomy and Physiology must take two semesters with labs to be equivalent. General Biology II and Genetics will substitute for Animal Biology. It is strongly recommended that students complete a composition course and a literature course. The University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy requires students to complete the University of Wyoming University Studies program 2015 prior to graduating from the professional pharmacy program. Work on the University Studies program should begin in the preprofessional years. For more information about the University Studies program please review the following website: http://www.uwyo.edu/usp/. The University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy generally does not accept online coursework for classes that require labs.  Students are encouraged to check with the UWYO School of Pharmacy's Credentials Analyst/Academic Advisor for more information on online coursework.  

Link to additional course prerequisites information:: http://www.uwyo.edu/pharmacy/doctor-of-pharmacy-program/program-curriculum.html
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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
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Additional PCAT information::
The University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy does not require the PCAT.  Students wishing to complete the PCAT in order to supplement their application may do so. 

Minimum composite PCAT score considered:: NA
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.: Yes
If yes, select which other admission tests you accept or require:: Other
If Other, please briefly describe::
The School of Pharmacy does require the TOFEL exam for international students. 


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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: NOT ACCEPTED
Co-Worker: 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

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?: No answer

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Residency
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Is preference given to state residents?: Yes
Is preference given to residents of other states?: No
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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, 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 AND Send an original foreign transcript directly to the school
Other clarifying information, if necessary::
https://www.uwyo.edu/iss/

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: :
Only for non-US citizens.

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
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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::
The interview process is approximately a half day, that includes lunch with current students, a problem solving test, a writing sample, tour of campus and building and a meeting with faculty.

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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::
The UWYO School of Pharmacy requires a $200 seat deposit initially then $550 later.  


Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class:: 2024-08-22
Additional details for accepted applicants::
Orientation is the week prior to school starting and is considered the first day of school.

Are accepted applicants required to have CPR certification prior to matriculation?: Yes
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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
I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes