Contact Information
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Street 1: 921 South 8th Avenue
Street 2: Mail Stop 8288
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City: Pocatello
State: Idaho
Zip: 83209-8288
Country: United States

Program Location:: Idaho
Admissions Office Contact(s)::
- Name: Dr. Cynthia Tillotson
  Title: Director of Admissions & Enrollment
  Office: LH 114
  Phone (Work): 208-282-4597
  Email: pharmacy@isu.edu

Institutional Website::
- https://isu.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?: April 1, 2025
Final Application Deadline Description::
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Priority Application Deadline:
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What is the priority application deadline for your program? : December 2, 2024
Describe any requirements or incentives for applicants who apply by the priority deadline. :
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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 
Satellite/Branch campuses:: Pocatello, Idaho, Meridian, Idaho, Anchorage, Alaska, Our main campus is located in Pocatello, Idaho with additional campuses in Meridian, Idaho and Anchorage, Alaska.  Details of each location are available:    https://www.isu.edu/pharmacy/prospective-students/pharmd-program/choose-where-you-roar/
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?: 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?: Preferred
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? : No

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Last Entering Class
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Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class:: 49
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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), PharmD/PhD (Doctor of Philosophy)

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: :
The Colleges of Pharmacy, Business and Health at Idaho State University offer joint PharmD/MBA and PharmD/MPH programs for interested students. Students complete the traditional PharmD and MBA or MPH degree programs with some courses from the MBA or MPH programs cross counting towards PharmD degree requirements. Plans of study will differ from student to student; however, it is possible for students to complete the MBA or MPH degree by the time they complete their PharmD degree. 



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Program Description
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Program Description:
Idaho State University L.S. Skaggs College of Pharmacy serves all citizens of the state and is a national leader in tele-pharmacy services and pharmacy practice transformation. The Pharm.D. degree is delivered synchronously in Pocatello and Meridian, Idaho and Anchorage, Alaska. The ISU College of Pharmacy trains caring and collaborative pharmacists and scholars while valuing integrity, access, inclusiveness, collaboration, intellectual curiosity, and accountability. Our student outreach programs win national and regional awards and our NAPLEX pass rate remains highly competitive. See why Idaho State University L.S. Skaggs College of Pharmacy should be your first choice for pharmacy education! Discover more about the College of Pharmacy and admission into our PharmD program.

Choose Where You Roar !!!   Campus Locations:

The Pocatello, Idaho site is on the ISU main campus, located in southeast Idaho. It is centrally located between Salt Lake City, Utah, and the popular vacation destinations of Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park and Jackson, Wyoming. Southeast Idaho is often thought of as an outdoor lover's paradise.

The Meridian, Idaho site is on our Meridian Health Science campus, next to Boise, Idaho.  Boise is one of the fastest growing cities in the West with a robust job market.   The city boasts an expanding arts and cultural community, along with easy access to recreational activities and active nightlife.

The Anchorage, Alaska site is located on the University of Alaska Anchorage campus.  Anchorage has towering mountains, sparkling glaciers and amazing wildlife. From the serene waters of Cook Inlet to the exceptional natural wonders Anchorage encompasses incredible adventures and metropolitan appeals that are larger than life. 

Connect with us: 
Facebook: @isupharmd
Instagram: @isupharmd
YouTube: Idaho State University College of Pharmacy


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GPA and Credit Hour Criteria
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Minimum Overall GPA:: NA
Minimum Prerequisite GPA:: 2.5
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants::
Admission to the ISU PharmD program is competitive and past academic performance is considered.  The minimum prepharmacy prerequisite course GPA is 2.5.

All required prepharmacy courses must be completed with grades of C- or better.  

Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 72
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 47
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 108
Total number of basic science college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 71
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Course Prerequisites
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List of Course Prerequisites::
Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: General Biology I with lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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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: Statistics
Course Title: Intro to Statistics
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4.5
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Course Subject: Math
Course Title: Brief or Applied Calculus
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4.5
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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: Biochemistry
Course Title: Biochemistry
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4.5
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Course Subject: Physics
Course Title: General Physics I no lab required or Biophysics
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4.5
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Course Subject: Microbiology
Course Title: General Microbiology with lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Economics
Course Title: Economics (Macro or Micro)
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4.5
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Course Subject: Anatomy & Physiology
Course Title: Anatomy and Physiology I & II with labs    OR Human Anatomy with Lab and Human Physiology with Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 8
Quarter Hours (Min): 12
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Course Subject: Other
Course Title: ISU General Education Courses: 
https://coursecat.isu.edu/undergraduate/academicinformation/generaleducation/
Semester Hours (Min): 25
Quarter Hours (Min): 38

When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)?:
All pre-pharmacy requirements must be completed by the end of the spring term of the year you apply, with the exception of biochemistry. Biochemistry may be completed in the early summer session prior to beginning the PharmD curriculum.

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: Yes

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Can applicants use pass/fail classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?:
Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: No
Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : No
Non-Science Course Prerequisites: No

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All required pre-pharmacy courses must be completed with grades of C- or better.  The minimum pre-pharmacy coursework GPA is 2.5.

In addition to the pre-pharmacy prerequisites, Idaho State University requires students who do not possess an Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited US institution to complete a set of General Education Objectives.  We encourage completion of an Associate of Arts or Science or BS degree prior to matriculation.  Beginning the PharmD at ISU without a previous degree may result in the need to complete deficient ISU General Education requirements during PharmD studies.  ISU General Education requirements are:   https://coursecat.isu.edu/undergraduate/academicinformation/generaleducation/


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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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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.: No

I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

Observation Hours
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Observation Hours Required:
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Does your program require pharmacy observation hours?: Recommended, but not required
Please note any additional relevant information::
Although recommended, experience in a pharmacy setting is not required.  During the interview process, applicants are asked questions about the profession of pharmacy.   Applicants should have sufficient knowledge to be able to answer questions about pharmacy.


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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: NOT ACCEPTED
Co-Worker: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED
Employer: ACCEPTED
Faculty Advisor: ACCEPTED
Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
Health Care Professional: ACCEPTED
Pharmacist: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Politician: NOT ACCEPTED
Pre-Health Advisor: ACCEPTED
Professor (Any Subject Area): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
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? : Not Accepted

Composite Letters:
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What is your college/school policy on composite letters?: Not Accepted

Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations::
Two letters of reference are required.  It is preferred that one of the two be from a U.S. licensed pharmacist.  Both letters must be from individuals who have supervised the applicant in a work or academic setting.

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Residency
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Is preference given to state residents?: Yes
Is preference given to residents of other states?: Yes
Additional information about the program’s state residency requirements::
Preference is given to residents of Idaho and Alaska.

I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

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, Canadian Citizens, Foreign (non-US) Citizens with a Visa, 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 AND Send an original foreign transcript directly to the school
Other clarifying information, if necessary::
International transcripts must be evaluated by (WES) the World Education Service and provide an official course-by-course evaluation report and include all official transcripts for international coursework.  ISU L.S. Skaggs College of Pharmacy strongly prefers that all upper division pre-pharmacy coursework (Organic Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Human Anatomy and Physiology and Physics) be completed at a regionally accredited institution in the United States.


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: :
TOEFL or IELTS International applicants will be required to meet the admission requirements of Idaho State University for English proficiency.  The details are available: http://coursecat.isu.edu/undergraduate/internationaladmissions  

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?: No

I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

Interviews
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Interview Format:: Individual applicants with one interviewer, Individual applicants with two or more interviewers, Multiple applicants with one or more interviewers
Does the institution offer an online interview option?: Yes
Briefly describe your institution's interview process::
The admission interview consists of several components: group interviews with current PharmD students and multiple interview components with College of Pharmacy faculty.  This process is live and interactive and provides applicants with the opportunity to demonstrate communication and analytical abilities and to learn more about the PharmD program at Idaho State University by interacting with current PharmD students and faculty.  

Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description:: https://www.isu.edu/pharmacy/prospective-students/pharmd-program/
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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::
As an applicant accepts the offer of admission into ISU's PharmD program, a $200 nonrefundable seat-hold fee is required.  This amount is then credited to the student's fall 2025 tuition.


Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class:: 2025-08-25
Additional details for accepted applicants::
Orientation for entering PharmD students will be held August 20-22, 2025. White Coat Ceremonies for Idaho and Alaska based students will be held August 20 for Idaho and August 22 for Alaska tentatively.

Are accepted applicants required to have CPR certification prior to matriculation?: Yes
I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes

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?: No
I would like to mark this section as done.: Yes