Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) at University of Manitoba

Programme overview

The Doctor of Pharmacy is a four-year professional program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed for a successful career as a pharmacist. With a focus on patient care, our curriculum includes an interprofessional component that prepares future pharmacists to work collaboratively with other health care providers in various settings such as hospitals, primary care practices and communities. In addition to traditional roles in pharmacy, our graduates have opportunities to work in regulatory authorities, health research, government, pharmaceutical industry and education.

Faculty: College of Pharmacy | Duration: 4+ years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

What you will study

The Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) is a four-year undergraduate doctoral program that requires two years of previous university studies. Throughout the program, you will focus on clinical practice, experiential learning, and pharmaceutical sciences, all of which will prepare you for a successful career in pharmacy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

At least 48 credit hours of prerequisite university degree-level courses (1000 level or higher) completed by April of the application year, at least one regular Fall/Winter session with 24 new credit hours, an AGPA of 3.0 or higher, and the Casper test. Admission is highly competitive with 55 seats available each year. To be considered for admission to the Doctor of Pharmacy program, you must first complete 48 credit-hours of university-level study, which includes specific required courses.

Domestic applicants: CAD 16,444 a year (2026-2027). 2026-2027 PharmD program fee: $16,444.00 per year ($8,222.00 per Fall and Winter term) in Years 1 to 4. Excludes endowment, student organization and other fees. Listed as domestic student fees. Source

Entry in Fall, Winter or Summer term. Fall applications open July 1 of the year before term start, Winter applications open September 1 two years prior to term start, Summer applications open April 1 of the year prior to term start.

Graduate application fee: $100 CAD domestic, $130 CAD international; non-refundable. Deadlines are set per program.

Apply through the official page: https://apply.umanitoba.ca/apply

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