Contact Information
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***IMPORTANT UPDATE: The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy has moved to a waitlist. If you choose to apply, please be aware that you are applying for a spot on our waitlist.***










Institution Address:
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Street 1: 133 Parks Hall









Street 2: 500 West 12th Avenue









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City: Columbus









State: Ohio









Zip: 43210









Country: United States













Program Location:: Ohio









Admissions Office Contact(s)::
- Name: Kristen Torrence
  Title: PharmD Admissions Recruiter
  Office: Office of Recruitment and Admissions
  Phone (Work): 6142478183
  Email: cop-admissions@osu.edu
- Name: Katie Watkins
  Title: Director of Recruitment and Admissions
  Office: Office of Recruitment and Admissions
  Phone (Work): 6142479522
  Email: cop-admissions@osu.edu










Institutional Website::
- https://pharmacy.osu.edu/education/doctor-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?: March 3, 2025









Final Application Deadline Description::
We operate on rolling admissions, so once the class is full we will move to a waitlist. If OSU is a top choice school for you, please apply by the priority deadline of November 1. All program application materials including letters of recommendation and transcripts must be received by the deadline.














Priority Application Deadline:
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What is the priority application deadline for your program? : November 1, 2024









Describe any requirements or incentives for applicants who apply by the priority deadline. :
We operate on rolling admissions, so once the class is full we will move to a waitlist. If OSU is a top choice school for you, please apply by the priority deadline of November 1. All program application materials including letters of recommendation and transcripts must be received by the 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 









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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? : 4 years













Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions?: 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? : 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. : No













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:: 138









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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), 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: :
For more information: https://pharmacy.osu.edu/combined-pharmd-programs










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Program Description
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Program Description:
Established in 1885, The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy is a global leader in pharmaceutical education, research, and clinical practice. As part of one of the most comprehensive health sciences campuses in the nation and located steps away from the Wexner Medical Center, the college is home to world-class faculty, dedicated researchers and outstanding students who are leading the way in pharmacy education, practice and research. 

The PharmD curriculum, Inquire, Innovate, Involve (I3) takes an innovative approach to education by structuring classes in modules so students can experience the integration of science and practice. The I3 curriculum allows students to get hands-on pharmacy training during the first year in the program and develops the interpersonal skills that are critical to patient interactions. The curriculum also focuses on helping students develop a comprehensive problem-solving approach through increased incorporation of active learning strategies, integration of pharmaceutical and clinical sciences, and an earlier introduction of integrated practical experiences that could be simulated and then practiced. 

Finally, our college is grounded in our values: innovation, improving medication-related outcomes through patient centered care, support and involvement in our community, and inclusive, culturally proficient environments for students, faculty, staff and other partners. Come discover how you will develop the skills necessary to transform and improve patient health outcomes around the country and across the world.

For Information on the PharmD visit: https://pharmacy.osu.edu/education/doctor-pharmacy










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GPA and Credit Hour Criteria
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Minimum Overall GPA:: 2.7









Minimum Prerequisite GPA:: N/A









Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants::
All attempts of all courses from all institutions you have attended will be included in the GPA calculation.










Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 120









Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 43









Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 180









Total number of basic science college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 65









Provide any additional information regarding credit hour policies for applicants::
Applicants must complete a bachelor's degree prior to matriculation. 










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Course Prerequisites
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List of Course Prerequisites::
Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: Biology with lab 
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General Chemistry with labs 
Semester Hours (Min): 10
Quarter Hours (Min): 15
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry with at least one lab
Semester Hours (Min): 7
Quarter Hours (Min): 12
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Course Subject: Math
Course Title: Pre-Calculus 
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Microbiology
Course Title: Microbiology with lab 
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Statistics
Course Title: Statistics
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Biochemistry
Course Title: Basic Biochemistry
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Physiology
Course Title: Human Physiology
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 5










When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)?:
Applicants must complete and send final transcripts for all required course prerequisites by the end of the summer term prior to enrolling in the PharmD program.










Can applicants use online classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?:
Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Yes
Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes
Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes










Enter any additional information regarding online course prerequisites::
Applicants are required to complete courses from accredited institutions. Graduate & Professional Admissions at Ohio State offers free coursework evaluations to students and will assist with course selection. http://gpadmissions.osu.edu/pdf/PrereqEval.pdf










Can applicants use pass/fail classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?:
Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Yes
Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes
Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes










Enter any additional information regarding pass/fail course prerequisites::
The College of Pharmacy will accept a grade of pass (PA) for any coursework completed during the COVID pandemic. It is strongly recommended that candidates obtain a traditional letter grade for any required prerequisite coursework when able. Students who have the option of receiving either a traditional letter grade or a pass/no pass grade should consider how their choice may impact the ability of the Admissions Committee to assess their record of academic success.










Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites::
Students entering this program are required to complete a bachelor's degree prior to matriculation. A passing grade (D or higher) is required in all course prerequisites. 










Link to additional course prerequisites information:: https://pharmacy.osu.edu/pharmd-admissions









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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?: Yes









Link to Supplemental Instructions: : https://pharmacy.osu.edu/pharmd-admissions













Supplemental Application Fee:
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Will your institution require a supplemental application fee?: Yes









If yes, please enter the dollar amount:: $60.00









Link to supplemental fee form or instructions:: https://gpadmissions.osu.edu/prof/apply-online.html













Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements::
Students will be sent an email asking them to complete the supplemental information form. All applicants will be required to complete this prior to their application being considered for admission. 

The supplemental information form fee for international applicants is $70.00.










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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?: Three (3)













Please indicate your evaluation type requirements. Select all that apply.:
Clergy: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
Co-Worker: ACCEPTED
Employer: ACCEPTED
Faculty Advisor: ACCEPTED
Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
Health Care Professional: ACCEPTED
Pharmacist: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Politician: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
Pre-Health Advisor: ACCEPTED
Professor (Any Subject Area): ACCEPTED
Professor (Liberal Arts): ACCEPTED
Professor (Math): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Professor (Science): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Supervisor: ACCEPTED
Teaching Assistant: ACCEPTED










Committee Letters:
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What is your college/school policy on committee letters? : Accepted









Does it count as more than one evaluation?: No













Composite Letters:
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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::
Three letters of reference are required. We strongly recommend having a letter of reference from a science faculty member and a pharmacist.










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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 AND Send an original foreign transcript directly to the school









Other clarifying information, if necessary::
Ohio State accepts international applicants for the Doctor of Pharmacy program. International applicants are encouraged to apply early to allow time for transcripts to be reviewed.

English language proficiency tests are required for all students who graduated from and institution in a non-English speaking country (minimum TOEFL score of 577 for the paper-based test, or 90 for the computer-based test). If accepted, international students will need to complete a financial review prior to being able to matriculate to the program.










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: :
International applicants from non-English speaking countries are required to fulfill the TOEFL requirement. If your native language is not English, you should possess a minimum level of English proficiency which is demonstrated by minimum scores as follows:   

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)  
  - Minimum TOEFL score of 577 for the paper-based test
  - 90 on the TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Home Edition 










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









Enter any additional information for foreign-educated pharmacists without a U.S. license who are interested in the entry-level Pharm.D. program.:
Contact us at cop-admission@osu.edu if you have questions.














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Interviews
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Interview Format:: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers









Does the institution offer an online interview option?: Yes









Briefly describe your institution's interview process::
Selected candidates will be invited to participate in a Doctor of Pharmacy interview with members of the Admissions Committee. Applicants will interact with current students, faculty, staff, and alumni. 










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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::
Admitted students are charged a non-refundable acceptance deposit of $500 and a $25 processing fee. Acceptance deposits are non-refundable, and will be applied towards the student's fall tuition. 














Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class:: 2025-08-18, 2025-08-25









Additional details for accepted applicants::
Admitted students should be prepared to attend an in-person program orientation starting on Monday, August 18, 2025.










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?: No









Is your institution participating in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service?: No









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