Contact Information
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Institution Address:
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Street 1: 12800 N Lake Shore Drive
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City: Mequon
State: Wisconsin
Zip: 53097-2402
Country: United States

Program Location:: Wisconsin
Admissions Office Contact(s)::
- Name: Rebecca Greskoviak
  Title: Assistant Director of Admissions Operations
  Office: Office of Student Affairs
  Phone (Work): 262-243-2747
  Email: pharmacy@cuw.edu
- Name: CUWSOP Admissions
  Title: Recruitment & Admissions
  Office: Office of Student Affairs
  Phone (Work): 262-243-2747
  Email: pharmacy@cuw.edu

Institutional Website::
- https://www.cuw.edu/academics/schools/pharmacy/admissions/index.html

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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 3, 2024
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Priority Application Deadline:
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What is the priority application deadline for your program? : None

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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?: Yes
Is your institution public or private?: Private
Is your institution part of an academic health center?: No
Academic Term Type:: Semester (2 terms per academic year)
Program Structure:
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What is the primary program structure for the Pharm.D. curriculum?: * 4

Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions?: Not Required
Alternative Enrollment Options:
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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), Early assurance 

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Last Entering Class
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Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class:: 52
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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/MPH (Public Health), Other Dual Degrees
If other dual degrees, as defined above, please list::
PharmD/MNPS (Natural Product Science)


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: :
Students can gain admission into dual degree programs prior to starting their P1 year or anytime thereafter. All dual-degree options can be completed concurrently with PharmD. 

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Program Description
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Program Description:
Located in Mequon, WI on approximately 200 acres of magnificent Lake Michigan shoreline, 15 miles north of downtown Milwaukee, Concordia School of Pharmacy is committed to developing value-based servant leader pharmacists who are dedicated to improving the health of our communities through excellence in teaching, research, service, and practice. Our program offers a student-centered environment that promotes the balance & flexibility for students to build their pharmacy network, gain hands-on practice-based experiences, engage in research,  and gain interprofessional practice & education.  

Program Highlights:
- Consistently ranked by graduates as a top choice
- Outstanding residency placement success
- ACPE noteworthy program
- AACP award-winning program

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GPA and Credit Hour Criteria
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Minimum Overall GPA:: N/A
Minimum Prerequisite GPA:: N/A
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants::
Preferred GPA of 2.75 or above. Exceptions will be made on a case-by-case basis

Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 56
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 32
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Course Prerequisites
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List of Course Prerequisites::
Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General Chemistry I with Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General Chemistry II with Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: Biology I with Lab (Human Anatomy or Anat. & Phys would also count)
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: Biology II with Lab (Human Anatomy or Anat. & Phys would also count)
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry I with Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry II with Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Physics
Course Title: Physics I with or without Lab (Algebra or Calc based both acceptable)
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Science/Math Elective(s)
Course Title: One or more advanced science elective course(s) (Examples: Physics II, Physiology, Anatomy, Anatomy & Physiology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or other advanced science course.)
Semester Hours (Min): 5
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Math
Course Title: Calculus (for math and/or science majors)
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: English Composition / Writing
Course Title: English Composition or Writing Course
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Communication / Speech (Verbal)
Course Title: Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking Course
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Statistics
Course Title: Statistics (Biostats also acceptable)
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: General Elective(s)
Course Title: General Education Electives
Semester Hours (Min): 12

When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)?:
Applicants need to complete all required prerequisites prior to enrolling in the PharmD program. 

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
Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes
Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes

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All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of C- or better.
 
PRE-PHARMACY COURSE EQUIVALENCY GUIDES 
Please contact us at pharmacy@cuw.edu for an individual transcript evaluation of pre-pharmacy 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?: No

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

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PCAT and Other Tests
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Select the option that best describes the program’s PCAT policy:: Not Required or Considered
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Additional PCAT information::
We strongly encourage applicants to consult with the admissions team at pharmacy@cuw.edu to determine if a PCAT score would strengthen their application. PCAT attempts can be sent directly to PharmCAS (code 104) and will be considered by the admissions committee.



Minimum composite PCAT score considered:: N/A
Other Admission Tests:
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Do you accept or require other admission tests? Do not include immunization requirement or other similar documentation requirements.: No

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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: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
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? : Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation?: No

Composite Letters:
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What is your college/school policy on composite letters?: Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation?: No

Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations::
Concordia University Wisconsin requires two letters of reference to be submitted directly to PharmCAS. References should be able to speak to your academic performance, understanding of the pharmacy profession, and/or character. Choose references who know you well in professional and/or academic settings, such as professors, supervisors, advisors, or pharmacists. Reference letters are reviewed to assess your:  character, communication skills, academic ability, motivation and understanding of the pharmacy profession, and commitment to community service.

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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
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International Applicants
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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 students interested in applying to Concordia University Wisconsin School of Pharmacy must:  Complete the PharmD application process through PharmCAS. Have foreign transcripts evaluated by a foreign evaluation service, as described on the PharmCAS website, and submitted to PharmCAS. Submit a TOEFL or IELTS score to PharmCAS if previous coursework was completed in a language other than English. CUW accepts a minimum score of 79 on TOEFL and 6.5 on IELTS. Complete the pre-pharmacy course requirements. Foreign pharmacy international coursework may partially or fully satisfy the pre-pharmacy course requirements, at the discretion of the associate dean for academic affairs.

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: :
All non-US citizens with less than ten (10) years of academic experience in an English-speaking environment.

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
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Interviews
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Interview Format:: Individual applicants with one interviewer, Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Does the institution offer an online interview option?: Yes
Briefly describe your institution's interview process::
At Concordia School of Pharmacy, our Interview Day is just as much about you getting to know us, as it is about us getting to know you. Interview Day is a virtual, half-day program, where you'll meet faculty, staff, and current students and learn more about what makes Concordia School of Pharmacy unique. You'll complete a writing sample, and interview with one or two faculty and/or practicing pharmacists.

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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::
Accepted applicants are required to submit a $500 seat deposit in order to register for fall coursework. Learn more about seat deposit options at our website: https://www.cuw.edu/academics/schools/pharmacy/admissions/accepted-students.html


Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class:: 2024-08-26
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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?: No
Is your institution participating in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service?: No
I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes