Contact Information
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D’Youville's 3-year in-person pathway offers a real-world, value-added education, and with certifications, concentrations and combined degrees our graduates are practicing at the top of their field. But that’s not all! Through international and service experiences, strong support in small classes, and a curriculum centered on diversity and inclusion our alumni are transforming communities through a human-centered approach to care. 

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Street 1: 320 Porter Avenue
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City: Buffalo
State: New York
Zip: 14201
Country: United States

Program Location:: New York
Admissions Office Contact(s)::
- Name: Mario Beccari
  Title: Assistant Dean for Student Affairs
  Office: DAC 338
  Phone (Work): (716) 829-8318
  Email: beccarim@dyc.edu
- Name: Juavon Bell
  Title: Pharmacy Program Support Specialist
  Phone (Work): (716)829-8840
  Email: bellju@dyc.edu

Institutional Website::
- http://www.dyc.edu/academics/schools-and-departments/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? : 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?: 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.: Trimester

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?: 3 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:: 83
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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/HSA (Health Services Administration), PharmD/MBA (Business Administration), PharmD/MPH (Public Health)

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: :
Dual Programs are offered to qualifying PharmD students at a discounted rate. 

PharmD students may concurrently enroll in either the Master of Science (MS) degree in Health Services or Business Administration offered on-campus or online by D’Youville. The flexible of these programs is designed to provide the real-world skills you’ll need to enhance your skills in management, finance, decision-making, research, and leadership in the pharmacy profession and other health care settings.

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Program Description
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Program Description:
The School became a 3-year in-person program in July of 2023 to align to its 3-year online PharmD. 

The program is designed to prepare students to practice in an inter-professional, patient-centered environment where pharmacists are responsible for assisting patients in managing their medication regimens. Graduates of the program will be able to communicate effectively with patients and other health care practitioners, to solve problems related to drug therapy regimens, and to develop initiatives to improve the health of the communities that they serve.
 
The 3-year pathway is an accelerated program in calendar and not curricular content. It will span 3 calendar years and utilize a trimester system for a total of 9 academic trimesters. The didactic component of the curriculum will occur during trimesters 1-6; each trimester will be comprised of 14 weeks of didactic learning followed by 1-week of Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPEs), 1-week of laboratory skills, and a 2-week break. Trimesters 7-9 will encompass the Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs) that include 6 six-week rotations. Since classes are not held during rotations, students are afforded the opportunity to participate in both U.S. and International IPPE and APPE rotations starting in their first year of study.

D’Youville’s dedication to serving its community is a critical component of the pharmacy program and is reflected in the opening of its Health Professions Hub and Vital Pharmacy. Through its co-curriculum and service learning, and practice experiences in the Hub the School teaches its students to work as part of an inter-professional team, to care for diverse patient populations and needs, and to advance the health of its community.

D'Youville is an urban campus close to downtown Buffalo, its vibrant canal-side, and the Peace Bridge which links the U.S. and Canada. D’Youville’s state-of-the-art Pharmacy Building boasts stunning views of the Buffalo skyline. 

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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::
It is recommended that successful applicants will hold a Math and Science Prerequisite GPA of 2.5 or higher and Overall Prerequisite GPA of 2.5 or higher.

Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 61
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 32
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:: 48
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Course Prerequisites
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List of Course Prerequisites::
Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: Biology I with Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: Biology II with Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: Human Biomedical Science with Lab (or two 200 level or higher Biomedical Sciences)
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: 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 Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Math
Course Title: Calculus I 
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Statistics
Course Title: Statistics
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4.5
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Course Subject: English Composition / Writing
Course Title: English Composition I
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4.5
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Course Subject: English Composition / Writing
Course Title: English Composition II
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4.5
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Course Subject: General Elective(s)
Course Title: Social Sciences and Humanities
Semester Hours (Min): 9
Quarter Hours (Min): 13.5
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Course Subject: Communication / Speech (Verbal)
Course Title: Public Speaking or Communications
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4.5
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Course Subject: Economics
Course Title: Microeconomics or Macroeconomics
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4.5

When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)?:
All applicants must complete all prerequisite coursework prior to  matriculation into the 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: Yes

Enter any additional information regarding online course prerequisites::
The Admissions Committee for the  School of Pharmacy will accept online Science courses on a case by case basis.

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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1. All required science courses must include a laboratory component. 

2. Botany, Zoology or Cell Biology can be used to satisfy the General Biology requirement. 

3. Two 200-level or higher or Course Equivalent Human Biomedical Science courses without labs can be substituted for a single Human Biomedical Science with lab. Acceptable Biomedical Science Courses include Microbiology, 
Anatomy, Physiology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology or Genetics. 
*Microbiology or Anatomy and Physiology are recommended. 

4. All pre-professional science courses must be obtained from an accredited institution for a letter grade; Pass/Fail, online, CLEP and AP courses are not accepted. 

5. Examples of acceptable Social Sciences: Sociology, Psychology and History.

6. Examples of acceptable Humanities: Fine Arts, Ethics, Foreign Languages.  

7. All prerequisite coursework must be completed with a grade of  C or better (2.0/4.0). 

8. Science and Math courses should be current within 5 years.   

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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

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Observation Hours
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Observation Hours Required:
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Does your program require pharmacy observation hours?: No

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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: ACCEPTED
Employer: ACCEPTED
Faculty Advisor: ACCEPTED
Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
Health Care Professional: ACCEPTED
Pharmacist: ACCEPTED
Politician: NOT ACCEPTED
Pre-Health Advisor: ACCEPTED
Professor (Any Subject Area): ACCEPTED
Professor (Liberal Arts): ACCEPTED
Professor (Math): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Professor (Science): REQUIRED
Supervisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Teaching Assistant: CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED

Committee Letters:
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What is your college/school policy on committee letters? : Recommended but not required
Does it count as more than one evaluation?: Yes

Composite Letters:
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What is your college/school policy on composite letters?: Recommended but not required
Does it count as more than one evaluation?: Yes

Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations::
Two letters of recommendation are required.  At least one of the required letters of recommendation must be from a professor.

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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
Policy for accepting non-U.S. coursework (excluding study abroad):: Send a foreign transcript evaluation report (FTER) to PharmCAS 
Other clarifying information, if necessary::
Foreign Transcript Evaluation Report (FTER) will be accepted from World Education Services (WES) and the Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE).

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: :
D'Youville University School of Pharmacy requires TOEFL scores for applicants whose native language is not English; unless the applicant has attended an English speaking institution for two or more years. TSE is required if TOEFL score is below 550 paper, 233 computer, or 79 internet. TSE minimum score of 40 is required.

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:: Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI)
Does the institution offer an online interview option?: Yes
Briefly describe your institution's interview process::
D'Youville University School of Pharmacy core values are excellence, lifelong learning, cultural diversity, professionalism, leadership, social responsibility, critical inquiry and collaboration. The School of Pharmacy's interview process will employ a series of multiple mini-interviews aimed at assessing a candidates attributes in these core values, and their potential to develop into a competent and compassionate pharmacist who values and renders patient-centered care.

Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description:: http://www.dyc.edu/academics/schools-and-departments/pharmacy/programs-and-degrees/pharmacy-pharmd.aspx
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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?: No

Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class:: 2025-07-22
Additional details for accepted applicants::
The School of Pharmacy's P1 Orientation and White Coat ceremony will occur the week prior to the start of Fall classes.

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?: No
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