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Contact Information

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Institution Address:

Chicago State University

9501 S King Drive

Douglas Hall Suite 3083

Chicago

Illinois

60628

United States

Program Location:

Illinois

Admissions Office Contact(s):

Name: Amalia Diaz
Title: Director of Student Records & Activities
Office: School of Pharmacy Office of Student Affairs
Phone (Work): 773-821-2570
Email: pharmacy-admissions@csu.edu
Name: Kelvin Yarrington
Title: Student Recruitment Specialist
Office: College of Health Sciences and Pharmacy
Phone (Work): 773-821-2679
Email: pharmacy-admissions@csu.edu

Institutional Website:

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?

June 1, 2026

Priority Application Deadline:

What is the priority application deadline for your program?

December 1, 2025

Describe any requirements or incentives for applicants who apply by the priority deadline.

Applicants that apply by the priority deadline date will be given precedence in available scholarships.

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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?

Academic Term Type:

Select the appropriate academic term type for your program.

Semester (2 terms per academic year)

Program Structure: Pre-Pharmacy Coursework

What is the minimum requirement of pre-pharmacy coursework for matriculation into your professional Doctor of Pharmacy program?

2 years

Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions?

Not Required

Program Structure: Pharm.D. Program Curriculum

What is the structure (e.g., length) of your Pharm.D. program curriculum?

4 years

Alternative Options: Early Assurance

Does your program offer an Early Assurance program for admissions?

Alternative Options: Affiliation or Articulation Agreements

Does your program have affiliation or articulation agreements with undergraduate institutions for admissions? Contact the program directly for additional details.

Alternative Options: Bachelor’s Degree While Enrolled

Does your program offer a student the ability to complete their bachelor’s degree while enrolled in the Pharm.D. program?

Yes

If “Yes” to ability to complete their bachelor’s degree while enrolled, please briefly describe:

The Integrated BIO/Pharm D and CHEM/Pharm D program allows students to complete the 4th year of Biology or Chemistry BS degree during their 1st year in the Pharm D program. Admission to the program is contingent upon acceptance by the department. A grade of C or above is required for all transfer credits. Once enrolled in the program, all courses must be taken at Chicago State University. Note: the fourth-year coursework requires dual acceptance into the pharmacy doctorate program.

Alternative Options: Pathways

Does your program offer alternative pathways to Pharm.D. degree completion?

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Yes

Last Entering Class

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

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Yes

Dual and Concurrent Degrees

Dual Degree:

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

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

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Yes

Program Description

The mission of Chicago State University School of Pharmacy (CSU-SOP) is the development of student and faculty scholars who will impact the health care needs of people in the region, state and the nation. The school will provide a strong foundation in the knowledge, integration and application of the biomedical, pharmaceutical, social/behavioral/administrative, and clinical sciences to transform students into practitioners who are committed to humanistic service, capable of providing patient-centered care, and innovative leaders in advancing the pharmacy profession. The school embraces the mission of the University to educate individuals from diverse backgrounds to enhance culturally competent care and reduce health care disparities. https://www.csu.edu/pharmacy/deanoffice/index.htm

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GPA and Credit Hour Criteria

Minimum Overall GPA:

2.50

Minimum Prerequisite GPA:

N/A

Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants:

Achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 (on a 4.00 scale) and a minimum prerequisite science and math GPA of 2.50 (on a 4.00 scale) in the required science and math pre-pharmacy course curriculum. Grades from all attempts of repeated coursework will be included when calculating the cumulative and pre-requisite science and math coursework grade point average. It is preferred that science and math prerequisite coursework be completed within the last 5 years. Prerequisite coursework older than 10 years will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Only pre-requisite courses required by CSU-SOP will be included in pre-requisite GPA calculations.

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:

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

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Course Prerequisites

List of Course Prerequisites:

Course Subject	Course Title	Semester Hours (Min)	Quarter Hours (Min)
English Composition / Writing	English I (composition or writing intensive)	3	4
English Composition / Writing	English II (Composition or writing intensive)	3	4
Biology/Biological Science	General Biology I for majors (must include laboratory)	4	6
Biology/Biological Science	General Biology II or other higher level biology excluding Microbiology	3	4
Anatomy & Physiology	Human Anatomy & Physiology (human or mammalian)	6	9
Chemistry	General Chemistry I (must include laboratory)	4	6
Chemistry	General Chemistry II (must include laboratory)	4	6
Chemistry	Organic Chemistry I (must include laboratory)	4	6
Chemistry	Organic Chemistry II (must include laboratory)	4	6
Physics	Physics (may be for business or life sciences)	3	4
Math	Calculus (may include business or life sciences)	3	4
Communication / Speech (Verbal)	Oral Communication (speech)	3	4
Statistics		3	4
General Elective(s)	Other General Education coursework to reach 60 credits. Recommended courses to include economics and a social science (psychology, sociology, anthropology, or political science).	12	18

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

While we prefer that prerequisite coursework be completed by the end of the spring semester prior to matriculation, summer coursework will also be accepted if necessary.

Can applicants use online classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?

Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: No
Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Varies
Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Varies

Enter any additional information regarding online course prerequisites:

A pre-requisite science course completed online without lab, will still require the lab component to be completed in person.

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:

We will only accept pass/fail grades for courses taken during Spring 2020, Fall 2020 and Spring 2021.

Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites:

All attempts of repeated coursework will be included when calculating the cumulative and pre-requisite science and math coursework grade point average. It is preferred science and math prerequisite coursework be completed within the last 5 years. Prerequisite coursework older than 10 years will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Only pre-requisite courses required by CSU-SOP will be included in Science and Math Prerequisite GPA calculations.

Link to additional course prerequisites information:

https://www.csu.edu/pharmacy/studentaffairs/admissions_requirements.htm

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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?

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Yes

Standardized Tests

Standardized Tests:

Do you accept or consider any standardized tests? Do not include immunization requirement or other similar documentation requirements.

Yes

If yes, select which standardized tests you accept or consider:

Other

If Other, please briefly describe:

Students can opt to submit a PCAT score, although it is not required for application review.

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Yes

Observation Hours

Observation Hours Required:

Does your program require pharmacy observation hours?

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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.

Clergy: NOT ACCEPTED
Co-Worker: NOT ACCEPTED
Employer: CONDITIONALLY 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): NOT ACCEPTED
Professor (Liberal Arts): NOT ACCEPTED
Professor (Math): NOT ACCEPTED
Professor (Science): REQUIRED
Supervisor: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
Teaching Assistant: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED

Committee Letters:

What is your college/school policy on committee letters?

Conditionally accepted

If you've selected "Conditionally Accepted," please post the criteria you require and all necessary information for the applicants.

Committee letters must include a science professor in order to be accepted. Committee letters will only count as one letter of recommendation. All contact information must be included.

Does it count as more than one evaluation?

Composite Letters:

What is your college/school policy on composite letters?

Not Accepted

Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations:

Two letters of reference on letterhead should be completed on the "Letters of Reference" form included in your PharmCAS application and submitted to PharmCAS. Applicants must adhere to the specified requirements regarding letters of reference criteria: One letter must be from a Science Professor that has taught the student or a pre-health advisor. It is preferred the second letter be from a pharmacist. However, any one of the following recommendations is also acceptable: science professor, another licensed health care professional, employer/supervisor or mentor.

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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:

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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:

International applicants must complete, or be in the process of completing, a minimum of 60 semester hours of non-remedial, prerequisite coursework from a regionally accredited US college or university. It is preferred that all pre-pharmacy coursework requirements be completed in the spring semester prior to matriculation. The student must earn a grade of C- or better in each prerequisite course. The applicant must obtain the course evaluation from one of the following: Education Credential Evaluators (ECE) or World Education Service (WES).

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:

Non-native English speakers must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Internet-based TOEFL (TOEFL iBT) with a minimum composite score of 80, and a minimum score of 20 in each section of the test (reading, listening, writing and speaking) is required.
International applicants who meet one of the criteria may waive the English language proficiency requirement: -Applicant earned their bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the United States or a country where English is a primary foundational language, as well as the language of instruction for that degree. -Applicant has completed a minimum of 24 semester hours or 36 quarter hours of earned credit from an accredited U.S. college of university. Submit results to PharmCAS, using code 8246.

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?

Yes

Enter any additional information for foreign-educated pharmacists without a U.S. license who are interested in the entry-level Pharm.D. program.

Applicants must meet the minimum admission requirements to be considered for admission.

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Yes

Interviews

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 Admissions Committee reviews a prospective student's application to determine their interview eligibility. Applicants are invited for interview via email. During the interview process, the student meets individually with a two to three-person interview team composed of college of pharmacy faculty, administrators and/or students. Applicants are evaluated on potential academic abilities, communication skills, readiness for and adaptability to the profession of pharmacy. Applicants will be notified via email by the School of Pharmacy of their status.

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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:

Upon acceptance, a Non-Refundable maximum deposit of $300 is due within two weeks of acceptance. A second deposit may be required after March 1st. The deposit will be applied to the applicant's tuition upon matriculation into the program.

For applicants admitted after March 1st, a Non-Refundable deposit of $300 is due within two weeks of acceptance. The deposit will be applied to the applicant's tuition upon matriculation into the program.

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

2025-08-25

Additional details for accepted applicants:

All accepted applicants are required to attend New Student Orientation which takes place the week before classes begin.

Are accepted applicants required to have CPR certification prior to matriculation?

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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?

Yes

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

Standardized Tests

Observation Hours

Evaluations (Letters of Reference)

Residency

International Applicants

Interviews

Accepted Applicants

Background Checks and Drug Screenings

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