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95.8% of Temple students felt the curriculum prepared them for APPEs
100% of Temple students felt prepared to enter pharmacy practice
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Institution Name Temple University of the Commonwealth System of Higher Education
College or School Name School of Pharmacy
Short Name Temple U
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If you need to post a notification below your institution name, please enter it here: 95.8% of Temple students felt the curriculum prepared them for APPEs
100% of Temple students felt prepared to enter pharmacy practice
Street 1 3307 N. Broad Street
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City Philadelphia
State Pennsylvania
Zip 19140
Country United States
Program Location: Pennsylvania
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? March 3, 2025
Final Application Deadline Description:
What is the priority application deadline for your program? None
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?  2 years
Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions? Not Required
What is the structure (e.g., length) of your Pharm.D. program curriculum? 4 years
Does your program offer an Early Assurance program for admissions?  No
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? Yes
If “Yes” to ability to complete their bachelor’s degree while enrolled, please briefly describe: Students enrolled in Temple University's College of Science and Technology can earn a bachelor's degree and PharmD in 7-years. Students should be enrolled as a Pharmaceutical Sciences major OR enrolled in one of the accelerated programs in biology or chemistry.
https://www.temple.edu/academics/degree-programs/pre-pharmacy-st-prph-bs
https://cst.temple.edu/academics/degree-programs/accelerated-programs
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: 122
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Target number of Pharm.D. seats for the upcoming P1 entering class: 160
Maximum number of Pharm.D. seats available in the upcoming P1 entering class: 160
Anticipated number of early assurance students advancing to the P1 year in the upcoming entering class: 0
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/MS (Master of Science)
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:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Program Description Temple's innovative four-year Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum prepares students for a broad array of careers in pharmacy. Students are admitted to the Pharm.D. program after completing a minimum of 59 semester hours (i.e., 2 years) of pre-professional collegiate study at an accredited college or university. Pharmacy core courses include the basic pharmaceutical sciences (i.e., infectious disease, immunology, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, pharmaceutics), followed by courses in clinical pharmacy practice (i.e., pathophysiology/therapeutics, drug information/literature evaluation, and pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics), pharmacy administration (i.e., pharmaceutical economics, health care delivery) and pharmacy law. The experiential program at Temple University School of Pharmacy (TUSP) is designed to ensure that graduates are well-prepared for the diverse challenges of the pharmacy profession. During the first three years, students engage in Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPEs) to gain early exposure to pharmacy practice. These experiences are designed to introduce students to various aspects of the profession and to apply their classroom learning in real-world settings. In the final year of the PharmD program, students undertake Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs), which are completed in a variety of pharmacy practice settings with elective rotations to customize to student interests and professional goals. Temple offers over 500 pharmacy practice sites for experiential education in such areas as clinical pharmacy practice, pharmaceutical industry, U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Indian Health Service in Alaska, pharmacogenomics, and pharmaceutical advertising. Many areas of the didactic and experiential curriculum can be customized based on student interest.
Program Description Video:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Minimum Overall GPA: 2.7
Minimum Prerequisite GPA: 2.7
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants: Students must successfully complete prerequisite courses and earn a C- or above.
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 59
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 34
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 Bio I 3
Biology/Biological Science General Bio I LAB 1
Biology/Biological Science General Bio II 3
Biology/Biological Science General Bio II LAB 1
Physics Physics I (algebra or calculus based) 3
Physics Physics I LAB 1
Math Calculus I 4
English Composition / Writing Analytical Reading/Writing English Composition 3
Chemistry General Chemistry I 3
Chemistry General Chemistry I LAB 1
Chemistry Organic Chemistry I 3
Chemistry Organic Chemistry I LAB 1
Chemistry Organic Chemistry II 3
Chemistry Organic Chemistry II LAB 1
Chemistry General Chemistry II 3
Chemistry General Chemistry II LAB 1
Anatomy & Physiology Anatomy/Physiology I 3
Anatomy & Physiology Anatomy/Physiology II 3
Humanities Humanities - Electives 9
Social/Behavioral Science Social Sciences-Electives 9
Statistics Statistics will be counted towards the 18 required elective credits
When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)? Prior to matriculation
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: Must be completed at an accredited institution.
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
Enter any additional information regarding pass/fail course prerequisites:
Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites: Biology I must be equivalent to Biology 1111 and Biology II must be equivalent to Biology 2112 at Temple University. For more details, refer to the Temple University Undergraduate Bulletin at https://bulletin.temple.edu/undergraduate/

ELECTIVES: Students must complete at least 18 elective credits in the following disciplines and must meet the minimal requirements defined: Social Sciences (6-9); Humanities (6-9); Statistics (0-3).
Holders of a degree (BA/BS, MA/MS, Ph.D.) may be exempt from completing up to 9 elective credits. Please contact the Office of Admissions at (215) 707-4900 or rxadmis@temple.edu for questions regarding course requirements.
Link to additional course prerequisites information: https://pharmacy.temple.edu/academics/pharmd/prerequisites-pharmd
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? No
Will your institution require a supplemental application fee? No
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? 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: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Employer: ACCEPTED
  • Faculty Advisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Health Care Professional: ACCEPTED
  • Pharmacist: ACCEPTED
  • Politician: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Pre-Health Advisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Professor (Any Subject Area): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Liberal Arts): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Math): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Science): ACCEPTED
  • Supervisor: ACCEPTED
  • Teaching Assistant: ACCEPTED
What is your college/school policy on committee letters? Recommended but not required
Does it count as more than one evaluation? Yes
What is your college/school policy on composite letters? Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation? Varies
Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations:
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, 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: School only accepts evaluations from WES. Students must have a social security number before matriculation.
Non-native speakers must submit official TOEFL scores? No
If the TOEFL is required for non-native English speakers, provide additional details about the requirement below: International applicants if their native language is not English, or if their college level studies were not conducted in English OR U.S. applicants that completed all prerequisite courses at a college where classes was not conducted in English are required to submit either a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score, Duolingo English Test score or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score.
If undergraduate coursework was completed in the U.S. at a school where the primary language of instruction is in English does NOT need to submit these scores.
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? No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Interview Format: Individual applicants with one interviewer, Multiple applicants with one or more interviewers
Does the institution offer an online interview option? Yes
Briefly describe your institution's interview process: Applicants are encouraged to interview on campus, which will include an overview of the PharmD program, meetings with our admissions team members, and interviews with more than one faculty member. Applicants will have an opportunity to interact with current PharmD students during a tour of the facility and Health Sciences Campus.

Students that are out-of-state or due to other conflicts will have their interview conducted on zoom.
Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description: https://pharmacy.temple.edu/admissions/applying-pharmd-program
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: A non-refundable tuition deposit of $500.00 is required.
Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class: 2025-08-25
Additional details for accepted applicants: Academic Calendar - https://registrar.temple.edu/academic-calendar/2024-2025-academic-calendar
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? Yes
Is your institution participating in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service? No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
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