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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

Institution Address:
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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)::
- Name: Joan Hankins
  Title: Director 
  Office: Office of Admissions 
  Phone (Work): (215) 707-4900
  Email: joan.hankins@temple.edu
- Name:  Lai Ara Powell
  Title: Associate Director of Recruitment
  Office: Office of Admissions
  Phone (Work):  215 707 4900
  Email: laiara.powell@temple.edu
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Institutional Website::
- https://pharmacy.temple.edu/
- https://www.youvisit.com/tour/temple/143302?command=3

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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?: March 3, 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?: Public
Is your institution part of an academic health center?: Yes
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?: 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?: 4 years

Alternative Options: Early Assurance
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Does your program offer an Early Assurance program for admissions? : No

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?: 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



Alternative Options: Pathways
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Does your program offer alternative pathways to Pharm.D. degree completion? : No

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

Last Entering Class
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Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class:: 122
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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/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: :
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Program Description
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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.


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GPA and Credit Hour Criteria
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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
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Course Prerequisites
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List of Course Prerequisites::
Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: General Bio I  
Semester Hours (Min): 3
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Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: General Bio I LAB 
Semester Hours (Min): 1
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Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: General Bio II
Semester Hours (Min): 3
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Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: General Bio II LAB 
Semester Hours (Min): 1
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Course Subject: Physics
Course Title: Physics I (algebra or calculus based)
Semester Hours (Min): 3
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Course Subject: Physics
Course Title: Physics I LAB 
Semester Hours (Min): 1
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Course Subject: Math
Course Title: Calculus I 
Semester Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: English Composition / Writing
Course Title: Analytical Reading/Writing English Composition 
Semester Hours (Min): 3
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General Chemistry I 
Semester Hours (Min): 3
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General Chemistry I LAB 
Semester Hours (Min): 1
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry I
Semester Hours (Min): 3
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry I LAB 
Semester Hours (Min): 1
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry II
Semester Hours (Min): 3
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry II LAB
Semester Hours (Min): 1
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title:  General Chemistry II  
Semester Hours (Min): 3
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General Chemistry II LAB
Semester Hours (Min): 1
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Course Subject: Anatomy & Physiology
Course Title: Anatomy/Physiology I
Semester Hours (Min): 3
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Course Subject: Anatomy & Physiology
Course Title: Anatomy/Physiology II
Semester Hours (Min): 3
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Course Subject: Humanities
Course Title: Humanities - Electives
Semester Hours (Min): 9
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Course Subject: Social/Behavioral Science
Course Title: Social Sciences-Electives
Semester Hours (Min): 9
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Course Subject: Statistics
Course Title: 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

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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
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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
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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: 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

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?: Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation?: Varies

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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
Additional information about the program’s state residency requirements::
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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::
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.

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, 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
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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::
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

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