PHARMD Pharmacy at University of Cincinnati

Entry requirements

Our admissions review process takes a holistic approach, considering various factors to assess candidates' qualifications. Achieving a minimum academic profile is an important requirement for consideration, although there are additional criteria we evaluate. These criteria encompass various aspects and include, but are not limited to, the following: Evaluating applicants based on their strong academic background Demonstrated leadership and involvement in community, student, and professional affairs, compelling essays and personal statements, and a comprehensive understanding of the pharmacy profession. A preferred minimum GPA of 3.0. Submit all college transcripts directly to PharmCAS. For detailed information on transcript submission, please visit the Official Transcript Submission Policy for Enrollment page . Three letters of recommendation are required for applications, and we strongly recommend that applicants seek letters from individuals who can provide insights into their research experience. Please note that letters of recommendation from family members, friends, current students, politicians, or clergy will not be accepted. International Applicants: qualifying English language proficiency score . It is strongly encouraged for students to work in a pharmacy setting or engage in pharmacy shadowing experiences before applying. This will allow students to explore the field of pharmacy to provide a knowledge base of the profession. Previous pharmacy work experience is not a requirement. All application documents must be electronically submitted through the online portal by the application deadline. Please note, once the college receives your application, you will receive an email notification regarding your application status at UC. To conveniently track the progress of your PharmCAS application, all you need to do is log into your account. ##H