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Created: Fri, 09/13/2019 - 18:29
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Institution Name Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
College or School Name Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy
Short Name Rutgers U
Banner Image: Rutgers Pharmacy.png
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Street 1 Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Street 2 Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy
Street 3 160 Frelinghuysen Road
City Piscataway
State New Jersey
Zip 08854
Country United States
Program Location: New Jersey
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? We are not a participating PharmCAS institution
Application fee for PharmD (first professional) program for non-PharmCAS schools only: $70
Application Deadline - For non-PharmCAS participating schools only. February 01, 2025
Final Application Deadline Description: For students applying from high school to the 0+6 program the deadline is Dec. 1, 2024. For college transfers applying for entry to the four professional years only, the deadline is Feb. 1, 2025.
What is the priority application deadline for your program? We are not a participating PharmCAS institution
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:
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
Select the appropriate academic term type for your program. Semester (2 terms per academic year)
What is the minimum requirement of pre-pharmacy coursework for matriculation into your professional Doctor of Pharmacy program?  0 years
Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions? Preferred
What is the structure (e.g., length) of your Pharm.D. program curriculum? Other
If Other, please briefly describe: We offer a Direct Admissions 6 Year Pharm.D. option and a 4 Year Pharm.D. option for transfer students.
Does your program offer an Early Assurance program for admissions?  Yes
Does your program have affiliation or articulation agreements with undergraduate institutions for admissions? Contact the program directly for additional details.  Yes
Does your program offer a student the ability to complete their bachelor’s degree while enrolled in the Pharm.D. program? No
Does your program offer alternative pathways to Pharm.D. degree completion?  No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class: 180
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Target number of Pharm.D. seats for the upcoming P1 entering class: 220
Maximum number of Pharm.D. seats available in the upcoming P1 entering class: 220
Anticipated number of early assurance students advancing to the P1 year in the upcoming entering class: 180
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/MD (Doctor of Medicine), PharmD/MPH (Public Health), PharmD/PhD (Doctor of Philosophy), Other Dual Degrees
If other dual degrees, as defined above, please list: PharmD/MS Health Outcomes and Pharmaceutical Economics (HOPE)
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: Please see:
https://pharmacy.rutgers.edu/programs/professional-degree-program-doctor-of-pharmacy-pharmd/dual-degree-options-for-pharmd-students/
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Program Description One of the nation’s leading pharmacy schools, the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, offers a rigorous six-year pharmacy program at a major research university centrally located in the Northeast metropolitan corridor. Students enjoy challenging academics, close mentorship from a faculty of top scientists and practitioners, and a dynamic clinical experience program. The school ranks among the top 15% of pharmacy schools in NIH research funding, giving students the opportunity to study in an exciting atmosphere of discovery and innovation.

The Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy is one of eight schools making up the Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) unit. RBHS is NJ's largest and most influential constellation of academic institutions devoted to medicine, dentistry, advanced health-related sciences, pharmacy, public health, nursing, and the full spectrum of health careers.

A prime location in central NJ puts the school in the heart of the state’s strong pharmaceutical industry and within one hour of New York and Philadelphia. New Jersey is home to leading teaching hospitals and clinical care centers as well as 15 of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies, making the state a great place to launch a pharmacy career.

Few schools can match the breadth and diversity of our clinical experience program Our students learn to be independent thinkers, creative problem solvers, and compassionate care givers. Through rigorous coursework and patient-centered professional practice, students become highly knowledgeable about all aspects of drug therapy and highly effective in counseling patients and collaborating with health care professionals. Our graduates are well prepared for professional pharmacy practice in a variety of settings-the community, medical institutions, health care facilities, and the pharmaceutical industry, among others-as well as graduate or professional study.
Program Description Video:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Minimum Overall GPA: 2.8
Minimum Prerequisite GPA: N/A
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants: While 2.8 is the minimum most successful applicants have GPAs significantly higher than 2.8.
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 68
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 45
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:
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 General Biology I and Lab 5
Biology/Biological Science General Biology II 4
Chemistry General Chemistry I and Lab 4
Chemistry General Chemistry II 4
English Composition / Writing Expository Writing I 3
English Composition / Writing Expository Writing II (or equivalent) 3
Math Calculus I 4
Chemistry Organic Chemistry I and Lab 5
Chemistry Organic Chemistry II and Lab 5
Economics Microeconomics 3
Physics General Physics I and Lab 4
Physics General Physics II 3
Physiology Integrated Organ Physiology or Human Physiology or Mammalian Physiology 3
Statistics Statistics (preferably biostatistics) 3
General Elective(s) Humanity or Social Science elective 3
General Elective(s) Humanity or Social Science elective 3
General Elective(s) Humanity or Social Science elective 3
General Elective(s) Humanity or Social Science elective 3
Social/Behavioral Science Psychology or Sociology 3
When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)? Transfer applicants should ideally have all courses completed or in progress during the Spring semester prior to the Fall in which they wish to start our program.
Can applicants use online classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?
  • Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Varies
  • Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Varies
  • Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Varies
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: Varies
  • Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Varies
  • Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Varies
Enter any additional information regarding pass/fail course prerequisites: Pass must be defined as a C or better.
Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites: Pre-requisites listed are college courses expected for transfer applicants. Students applying from high school should see: https://pharmacy.rutgers.edu/info-for/information-prospective-students/
A two semester sequence of Anatomy and Physiology I and II (6 credits) may be substituted for schools not offering an integrated organ physiology course.
Link to additional course prerequisites information: https://pharmacy.rutgers.edu/info-for/information-prospective-students/
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? We are not a participating PharmCAS institution
Will your institution require a supplemental application fee? We are not a participating PharmCAS institution
Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Do you accept or consider any standardized 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? No
Please indicate your evaluation type requirements. Select all that apply.
  • Employer: ACCEPTED
  • Faculty Advisor: ACCEPTED
  • Health Care Professional: ACCEPTED
  • Pharmacist: ACCEPTED
  • Pre-Health Advisor: ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Any Subject Area): ACCEPTED
  • Supervisor: ACCEPTED
What is your college/school policy on committee letters? Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation? No
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: Rutgers centralized admissions office does not review admissions letters. However, the Pharmacy School Admissions committee reviews all documentation submitted for transfer applicants.
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, Canadian Citizens, Foreign (non-US) Citizens with a Visa
Policy for accepting non-U.S. coursework (excluding study abroad): Send an original foreign transcript directly to the school
Other clarifying information, if necessary: Current secondary/high school students attending international education systems are required to self-report their courses, grades, grade point averages, and rank in-class with Rutgers' free standing online form: the Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR). Official documents are required for admitted students to enroll. Transfer applicants and all enrolling students must submit an official high school/secondary transcript with all courses and final grades or an official copy of your finishing certificate, e.g. O-Level, CXC, IGCSE. Documents not in English must be accompanied by a translation verified by a language professor or professional translator and must arrive on the professional letterhead of the translator.
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: Regardless of U.S. residency status, an English proficiency examination is required of all students whose secondary schooling has been outside the U.S. in a country where English is not the principal language. More info can be found at: https://admissions.rutgers.edu/applying/more-for-international-applicants
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 one interviewer, Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Does the institution offer an online interview option? Yes, but only if the campus is closed to visitors
Briefly describe your institution's interview process: Interviews generally take place starting in November and will continue until the class is full, generally ending in June. While on site, applicants will complete a writing assessment and an approximately 30 minute interview in the Pharmacy Building. Interviews are schedule based on applicant and interviewers availability.
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: Rutgers’ candidate reply date is May 1 and this guarantees a students’ seat in the incoming class. To enroll, students pay the $150 acceptance fee via the Rutgers status screen.
Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class: 2025-09-02
Additional details for accepted applicants: The white coat ceremony for professional year 1 students and orientation will take place the week prior to the start of classes.

http://scheduling.rutgers.edu/calendar.shtml
Are accepted applicants required to have CPR certification prior to matriculation? No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Is your institution participating in the PharmCAS-facilitated Criminal Background Check (CBC) Service? We are not a participating PharmCAS institution
Is your institution participating in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service? We are not a participating PharmCAS institution
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
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