Contact Information
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Street 1: 10627 Diebold Road
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City: Fort Wayne
State: Indiana
Zip: 46845
Country: United States

Program Location:: Distance Pathway/Online
Admissions Office Contact(s)::
- Name: Kaitlyn Zook
  Title: Associate Director of Graduate Admissions 
  Office: Office of Graduate Admissions 
  Phone (Work): 260-470-2703
  Email: kmzook@manchester.edu
- Name: Megan Chauncey
  Title: Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions 
  Office: Office of Graduate Admissions 
  Phone (Work): 260-470-2703
  Email: machauncey@manchester.edu
- Name: Chance Dolsen
  Title: Administrative Assistant for Office of Graduate Admissions
  Office: Office of Graduate Admissions 
  Phone (Work): 260-470-2703
  Email: gradadmissions@manchester.edu

Institutional Website::
- https://www.manchester.edu/academics/colleges/college-of-pharmacy-natural-health-sciences/academic-programs/pharmacy/admissions/distance-pathway
- http://www.manchester.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 2, 2025
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Priority Application Deadline:
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What is the priority application deadline for your program? : November 1, 2024
Describe any requirements or incentives for applicants who apply by the priority deadline. :
Students who apply to Manchester University's Pharmacy program by the priority deadline are eligible for scholarships that are awarded in the spring and do not have to pay an enrollment fee to confirm their seat in the class. 


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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?: No
Is your institution public or private?: Private
Is your institution part of an academic health center?: No
Academic Term Type:
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Select the appropriate academic term type for your program.: Semester (2 terms per academic year)

Program Structure: Pre-Pharmacy Coursework
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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
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What is the structure (e.g., length) of your Pharm.D. program curriculum?: 4 years

Alternative Options: Early Assurance
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Does your program offer an Early Assurance program for admissions? : Yes

Alternative Options: Affiliation or Articulation Agreements
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Does your program have affiliation or articulation agreements with undergraduate institutions for admissions? Contact the program directly for additional details. : Yes

Alternative Options: Bachelor’s Degree While Enrolled
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Does your program offer a student the ability to complete their bachelor’s degree while enrolled in the Pharm.D. program?: No

Alternative Options: Pathways
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Does your program offer alternative pathways to Pharm.D. degree completion? : Yes
If “Yes” to alternate pathways to Pharm.D. degree completion, check all that apply:: Online or distance-learning-based programs 

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Last Entering Class
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Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class:: 57
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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? : Yes
If yes, check all that apply:: PharmD/MBA (Business Administration), PharmD/MS (Master of Science), Other Dual Degrees
If other dual degrees, as defined above, please list::
Master of Science degree in Pharmacogenomics (MS in PGx) 



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: :
PharmD/MS in Pharmacogenomics (PGx): https://www.manchester.edu/pharmacy/pharmacy-pharmacogenomics-dual-degree-program

PharmD/MBA in Professional Studies: https://www.manchester.edu/academics/colleges/college-of-business/Master-of-Business-Administration

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Program Description
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Program Description:
A distance pathway allows Manchester to reach a broader audience and expand the mission and vision of the Pharm.D. Program into communities in and outside of Indiana. The distance pathway option removes the barrier of relocation costs for students who otherwise would not be able to pursue Manchester‘s program.

Students in the distance pathway would be required to complete some requirements on or near the Fort Wayne campus, totaling around 11 weeks over the four years of the program. These on-campus requirements include Orientation, summer lab and clinical examinations, and a fourth-year clinical experience with Manchester University faculty.

This is an asynchronous, full-time, four-year program, with an estimated 50-60 hours of schoolwork per week.

https://www.manchester.edu/academics/colleges/college-of-pharmacy-natural-health-sciences/academic-programs/pharmacy/admissions/distance-pathway

Message from the Dean with detailed information about the program: https://www.manchester.edu/pharmacy/about-pharmacy

Academic curriculum: https://www.manchester.edu/pharmacy/academic-curriculum

Student Handbook: https://www.manchester.edu/academics/colleges/college-of-pharmacy-natural-health-sciences/academic-programs/pharmacy/about-pharmacy 

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GPA and Credit Hour Criteria
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Minimum Overall GPA:: 2.5
Minimum Prerequisite GPA:: 2.5
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants::
Applicants should achieve a preferred minimum 2.5 GPA in both cumulative and prerequisite GPAs; a minimum 2.25 science and math GPA is also preferred for consideration.


Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 60
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 24
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 90
Total number of basic science college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 36
Provide any additional information regarding credit hour policies for applicants::
Note: To qualify for maximum financial aid eligibility, pharmacy students must have 72 credit hours completed in order to qualify for professional student federal aid.

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Course Prerequisites
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List of Course Prerequisites::
Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General Chemistry I and II w/Labs
Semester Hours (Min): 6
Quarter Hours (Min): 9
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry I and II w/Labs
Semester Hours (Min): 6
Quarter Hours (Min): 9
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Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: Biology w/Lab  - various topics accepted
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Anatomy & Physiology
Course Title: Anatomy or Physiology, or a combined course accepted (physiology preferred) 
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Microbiology
Course Title: Microbiology w/Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Statistics
Course Title: Statistics
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Math
Course Title: Calculus
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Communication / Speech (Verbal)
Course Title: Communications/Speech (must be speaking-oriented)
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: English Composition / Writing
Course Title: English Composition
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: General Elective(s)
Course Title: Humanities (literature, arts, language, philosophy, communication, etc.), social science (psychology, sociology, history, political science, etc.), various options considered 
Semester Hours (Min): 9
Quarter Hours (Min): 12
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Course Subject: Other
Semester Hours (Min): 12
Quarter Hours (Min): 16

When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)?:
Preferred by August 1 of the entering year; mandatory by orientation (August of the entering year)

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

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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

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General Chemistry I & II, Organic Chemistry I & II, and Microbiology must have labs. One additional lab in anatomy or physiology or any biology course is required. Applicants must complete all prerequisite coursework by orientation (preferably by August 1). If additional time to complete coursework is needed, requests will be considered on a case by case basis.  No grade below a “C-” will count toward prerequisite coursework. Please note: all prerequisites must be completed at an accredited institution.   

Link to additional course prerequisites information:: https://www.manchester.edu/academics/colleges/college-of-pharmacy-natural-health-sciences/academic-programs/pharmacy/admissions/admission-requirements/prerequisite-coursework
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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?: Varies

Supplemental Application Fee:
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Will your institution require a supplemental application fee?: No

Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements::
Students who are planning to transition to Manchester's PharmD program from a previously attended PharmD institution will need to submit a letter of good standing to the Office of Graduate Admissions. 

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Standardized Tests
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Standardized Tests:
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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::
Most reviewed applicants are asked to take the Health Sciences Reasoning Test, which the university pays for.


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Observation Hours
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Observation Hours Required:
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Does your program require pharmacy observation hours?: Recommended, but not required
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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: ACCEPTED
Co-Worker: ACCEPTED
Employer: ACCEPTED
Faculty Advisor: ACCEPTED
Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
Health Care Professional: ACCEPTED
Pharmacist: ACCEPTED
Politician: 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? : Conditionally accepted
If you've selected "Conditionally Accepted," please post the criteria you require and all necessary information for the applicants.:
Manchester requires that clear language appears as part of the document that explains multiple individuals had a role in writing the letter; it can count as more than one evaluation as long as it's clear more than one individual was involved in the reference.

Does it count as more than one evaluation?: Yes

Composite Letters:
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What is your college/school policy on composite letters?: Conditionally accepted
If you've selected "Conditionally Accepted," please post the criteria you require and all necessary information for the applicants.:
Manchester requires that clear language appears as part of the document that explains multiple individuals had a role in writing the letter or collection of letters; it can count as more than one evaluation as long as it's clear more than one individual was involved in the reference.

Does it count as more than one evaluation?: Yes

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Residency
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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::
Manchester University is a private institution, and therefore tuition and fee charges are the same for all domestic and international students, regardless of residency.

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International Applicants
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Does your institution consider foreign citizens (excluding Canadian citizens)?: No
Select the citizenship types eligible for admission:: US Citizens, US Permanent Residents
Policy for accepting non-U.S. coursework (excluding study abroad):: Send a foreign transcript evaluation report (FTER) to PharmCAS 
Other clarifying information, if necessary::
At this time, only US-based citizens and permanent residents are eligible to apply for the Distance Pathway program. International students who are not US citizens or permanent residents are not eligible.

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: :
The TOEFL or IELTS exam is not required for U.S. citizens or permanent residents. The TOEFL or IELTS exam is required of all students whose language of instruction is not English.  However, students who were instructed in English may still be asked to submit an English proficiency exam score as requested.  Please contact the Office of Graduate Admission at (260) 470-2703 or at gradadmissions@manchester.edu for more details. 

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
Enter any additional information for foreign-educated pharmacists without a U.S. license who are interested in the entry-level Pharm.D. program.:
Foreign-educated pharmacists without a U.S license are still expected to complete all prerequisite courses required for the program.


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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::
For more information about the interview process, please refer to the admissions page on the website: http://www.manchester.edu/academics/colleges/college-of-pharmacy-natural-health-sciences/pharmacy/admissions

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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::
Non-refundable enrollment fee $250

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Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class:: 2025-09-03
Additional details for accepted applicants::
Some admitted students will be asked to participate in the Professions Transition Program in person on the Fort Wayne campus starting in early August of the entering year.  This experience provides skills practice in communication, calculations, problem solving, and other relevant topics that will get students on the right track before starting in the fall. This program is in person even for students applying for the Distance Pathway.

Are accepted applicants required to have CPR certification prior to matriculation?: No
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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?: Yes
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