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Submission Number: 4149
Submission ID: 97
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Created: Tue, 09/10/2019 - 03:41
Completed: Mon, 06/26/2023 - 10:50
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Institution Name Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
College or School Name Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy
Short Name Texas Tech U HSC
Banner Image: Banner-PharmCAS23.3.jpg
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Street 1 1310 S. Coulter Street
Street 2
Street 3
City Amarillo
State Texas
Zip 79106
Country United States
Program Location: Texas
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? June 3, 2024
Final Application Deadline Description:
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. TTUHSC Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy has four campuses across Texas (Amarillo, Abilene, Dallas and Lubbock). Prospective students meeting the priority deadline will be able to secure their top campus choice. Applying early allows the candidate to to be eligible for our scholarship application period!
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: Abilene-four years (P1-P4), Amarillo-four years (P1-P4), Dallas-four years (P1-P4), Lubbock-two years (P3-P4)
Does your program follow the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? No
Is your institution public or private? Public
Is your institution part of an academic health center? Yes
Academic Term Type: Semester (2 terms per academic year)
What is the primary program structure for the Pharm.D. curriculum? * 4
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)
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class: 104
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Target number of Pharm.D. seats for the upcoming P1 entering class: 155
Maximum number of Pharm.D. seats available in the upcoming P1 entering class: 155
Anticipated number of early assurance students advancing to the P1 year in the upcoming entering class: 0
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Does your institution offer a dual degree program, as defined above? Yes
If yes, check all that apply: PharmD/MBA (Business Administration), PharmD/MPH (Public Health)
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:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Program Description Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy offers the degree of Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) with the expanded role of the pharmacist in mind.

TTUHSC School of Pharmacy's program is student centered, focusing on problem-based educational strategies. The curriculum provides an integrated course context of pathophysiology, pharmacology, medicinal chemistry and therapeutics, built on a solid understanding of the biomedical sciences. It offers expanded practice management instruction and clinical experiences early and throughout the four-year professional program. Each of the curricular and instructional strategies has been precisely balanced to give the academic and clinical preparation to optimally succeed in any pharmaceutical profession. Learn more by visiting www.ttuhsc.edu/pharmacy

Email sopadmissions@ttuhsc.edu to schedule a campus tour!
Program Description Video:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Minimum Overall GPA: 3.00
Minimum Prerequisite GPA: 3.00
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants: Our preferred minimum GPA is 3.00 for both the overall and pre-pharmacy GPA. However, we conduct a holistic review of each candidate that includes the candidate's GPA, application essays, letters of recommendation, participation in extracurricular activities, leadership responsibilities, work experience, and PCAT score (if applicable) in order to determine eligibility for admission.
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 65
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 32
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:
Provide any additional information regarding credit hour policies for applicants: Prerequisites should be completed by May 31, 2024. If you have any questions regarding this date, please contact sopadmissions@ttuhsc.edu.
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 Biology--Biology I for Majors with lab 4
Biology/Biological Science Biology--Biology II for Majors with lab 4
Microbiology Biology--Microbiology with lab 4
Chemistry Chemistry--Chemistry I for Majors with lab 4
Chemistry Chemistry--Chemistry II for Majors with lab 4
Chemistry Chemistry--Organic Chemistry I with lab 4
Chemistry Chemistry--Organic Chemistry II with lab 4
Physics Physics I with lab (trig or calculus based accepted) 4
Communication / Speech (Verbal) Speech (Public Speaking) (not waived with a bachelor's degree) 3
Math Math--Calculus I (not business calculus) 4
Statistics Math--Statistics (or biostatistics) 3
English Composition / Writing English Composition (two 3-hour courses-not used in GPA calculation)
*If you have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited U.S. college or university prior to enrolling in the School of Pharmacy, you will be exempt from this course.		 6
Other *English/British/U.S./Ethnic/Women's Literature (not used in GPA calculation)
*If you have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited U.S. college or university prior to enrolling in the School of Pharmacy, you will be exempt from this course.		 3
Humanities *History, Government, Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology, Economics, Humanities, or other social/behavioral science (five 3-hour courses-not used in GPA calculation)
*If you have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited U.S. college or university prior to enrolling in the School of Pharmacy, you will be exempt from this course.		 15
When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)? All required prerequisites should be completed by May 31, 2024.
Can applicants use online classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?
  • Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Yes
  • Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes
  • Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes
Enter any additional information regarding online course prerequisites:
Can applicants use pass/fail classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?
  • Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Yes, but only if no letter grade option available
  • Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes, but only if no letter grade option available
  • Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes, but only if no letter grade option available
Enter any additional information regarding pass/fail course prerequisites:
Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites: *Exemption from English and Humanities/Social Science courses if applicant has earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university prior to enrolling in the School of Pharmacy. All other prerequisites are required.

*Public Speaking is not waived with a bachelor's degree.

*Humanities/Social Sciences include: Anthropology, Communications (excluding Public Speaking prerequisite), Economics, Ethnic Studies, Family Living/Human Development, Geography, History, Journalism, Philosophy, Political Science (Government), Psychology, and Sociology.
Link to additional course prerequisites information:
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? Yes
Link to Supplemental Instructions:
Will your institution require a supplemental application fee? Yes
If yes, please enter the dollar amount: $100
Link to supplemental fee form or instructions:
Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements: Once your application has been verified by PharmCAS and released to our Admissions office, we will send you a link to the supplemental application and your personal application portal.
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:
Additional PCAT information: Your submitted Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT) scores are a strong indicator of your future success in the pharmacy field. Strong PCAT scores will elevate your application, but the test is optional for admission.
Minimum composite PCAT score considered: 50%
Do you accept or require other admission tests? Do not include immunization requirement or other similar documentation requirements. No
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:
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? Three (3)
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: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
  • Pharmacist: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Politician: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Pre-Health Advisor: ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Any Subject Area): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Liberal Arts): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Math): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Science): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Supervisor: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
  • Teaching Assistant: NOT ACCEPTED
What is your college/school policy on committee letters? No Answer
What is your college/school policy on composite letters? No answer
Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations: We recommend that you include letters from pharmacy supervisors, faculty members and pharmacy professionals.
Letters from family members, clergy, and friends will not be accepted.
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, 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: The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center requires an official U.S. equivalency course-by-course evaluation for all foreign coursework outside the United States. Foreign transcripts are not accepted. World Education Services (www.wes.org) can be sent directly to PharmCAS. We will also accept U.S. equivalency course-by-course evaluations from companies who are members of ATA, AACRAO, and/or NASFA.

If an applicant is classified as an international applicant, we will require additional application items that will be added to the supplemental checklist.
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: An official TOEFL score report indicating a minimum of 550 paper-based 79 internet-based is required. Official TOEFL scores must be sent to PharmCAS. The TOEFL is waived for international applications who complete four long consecutive semesters from a regionally accredited U.S. college/university or for those who are a citizen of a country whose native language is English.

Our institution also accepts the following for proof of English Proficiency:
IELTS International English Language Testing Service - The minimum IELTS required score is an overall band score of 6.5 on the Academic version; IELTS General Training results are not acceptable.
Duolingo English Test (Online examination) The minimum requirement Duolingo score is 100.
PTE Academic - The minimum required PTE Academic score is 60. PTE General and PTE Young Learners results are not acceptable.
Cambridge CPE - The minimum required Cambridge CPE grade is C.
Cambridge CAE - The minimum required Cambridge CAE grade is B.
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? Yes
Enter any additional information for foreign-educated pharmacists without a U.S. license who are interested in the entry-level Pharm.D. program.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
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: * Behavioral interview with a faculty member and a current student
* Tour of the campus including Sim Center, Anatomage tables, Sterile Products IV lab, and Compounding lab
* Q&A with students, faculty, and staff
Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description:
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: In order to secure the candidate seat in the class, a non-refundable $400 seat fee is required.
Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class: 2024-08-01
Additional details for accepted applicants: *Date of first day of classes is subject to change.
Are accepted applicants required to have CPR certification prior to matriculation? Yes
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
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
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