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The University of Connecticut (UConn) campus in Storrs, Connecticut.
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Institution Name University of Connecticut
College or School Name School of Pharmacy
Short Name U of Connecticut
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If you need to post a notification below your institution name, please enter it here: The University of Connecticut (UConn) campus in Storrs, Connecticut.
Street 1 69 North Eagleville Road
Street 2 Unit 3092
Street 3
City Storrs
State Connecticut
Zip 06269
Country United States
Program Location: Connecticut
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? January 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: Regional campuses in Hartford, Groton, Waterbury, and Stamford are available to preprofessional students only.
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?  Other
If Other, please briefly describe A minimum of 64 semester credit hours of preprofessional pharmacy prerequisite coursework is required before entering the PharmD program. This typically takes place over 2-3 years prior to starting in the PharmD program. UConn's PharmD program is a 4-year program. All students (regardless of educational background and/or experiences) begin as first year students (PY1).
Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions? Not Required
What is the structure (e.g., length) of your Pharm.D. program curriculum? Other
If Other, please briefly describe: A minimum of 64 semester credit hours of preprofessional pharmacy prerequisite coursework is required before entering the PharmD program. This typically takes place over 2-3 years prior to starting in the PharmD program. UConn's PharmD program is a 4-year program. All students (regardless of educational background and/or experiences) begin as first year students (PY1).
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.  No
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 are awarded a BS in Pharmacy Studies following the second professional (P2) year.
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: 78
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Target number of Pharm.D. seats for the upcoming P1 entering class: 85
Maximum number of Pharm.D. seats available in the upcoming P1 entering class: 100
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/MPH (Public Health), PharmD/PhD (Doctor of Philosophy), Other Dual Degrees
If other dual degrees, as defined above, please list: Typically, application to these programs is made during the second professional (P2) year, but timing may be different for professional students with a prior bachelor's degree. Additional information is available on our website here: https://pharmacy.uconn.edu/admission-academics/dual-joint-degrees/

Please contact Lyn Alexander at lyn.alexander@uconn.edu with any questions.
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: UConn's School of Pharmacy offers a PharmD/PhD joint degree. Additional information is available on our website here: https://pharmacy.uconn.edu/admission-academics/dual-joint-degrees/

Please contact Lyn Alexander at lyn.alexander@uconn.edu with any questions.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Program Description The University of Connecticut (UConn) School of Pharmacy is among the top 25% of U.S. pharmacy schools* and 31 Nationwide*. Exceptional faculty, engaging academic exploration, groundbreaking research, and impactful community involvement are hallmarks of a pharmacy education at UConn. Our professional program, accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), leads to a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree. The opportunity to specialize, pursue dual degrees, and select from a wide range of experiential opportunities are some of the reasons why pharmacy students choose UConn. Additional reasons to choose UConn's program include our post graduate year 1 match rate (over 90% of students applying for residencies got one in 2022 and 2023) and the potential for employment at graduation (97.5% in 2022).

We are located on UConn's beautiful main campus in Storrs, Connecticut, within easy reach of New York City, Boston, Hartford, and Providence. Our population is diverse and is made up of students across the U.S. and the world. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and student wellness. Clubs, organizations, and world class recreational facilities and athletics round out the student experience.

At UConn, faculty, staff, and students are dedicated to learning more about the world around them through research. With annual expenditures in excess of $260 million, collaborative research is carried out within the departments of 14 schools and colleges and at 80 research centers and institutes. At the School of Pharmacy, we offer tremendous opportunities for those interested in a wide variety of research pertaining to pharmaceutics, toxicology, pharmacy practice, and more. UConn Health, the University's world class medical center, is located in Farmington, CT.

*According to US News & World Report's most recent review of pharmacy schools.
Program Description Video:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Minimum Overall GPA: 2.70
Minimum Prerequisite GPA: 2.70
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants: UConn School of Pharmacy uses a holistic admissions model; applicants with overall or prerequisite GPAs below the required minimum GPA may still apply and provide supporting documentation addressing their academic records.

Please contact Lyn Alexander at lyn.alexander@uconn.edu with any questions.
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 64
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: Please contact Lyn Alexander at lyn.alexander@uconn.edu with any questions.
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 Biology with lab 4 6
Chemistry General Chemistry I with lab 4 6
Chemistry General Chemistry II with lab 4 6
Math Calculus I 4 6
Physics Physics with lab 4 6
Chemistry Organic Chemistry I 3 4.5
Chemistry Organic Chemistry II 3 4.5
Anatomy & Physiology Human Anatomy & Physiology I with lab 4 6
Anatomy & Physiology Human Anatomy & Physiology II with lab 4 6
Microbiology Microbiology with lab 4 6
Biochemistry Biochemistry with lab 4 6
English Composition / Writing First Year Academic Writing 4 6
Social/Behavioral Science Sociology, Psychology, or Anthropology 3 4.5
Economics Microeconomics 3 4
When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)? Applicants are encouraged to complete prerequisite coursework during traditional academic semesters (fall/spring) to best demonstrate their ability to successfully complete coursework while taking a significant course load. Applicants should not plan to complete multiple (2+) prerequisite courses during the summer prior to the start of the fall semester.

Please contact Lyn Alexander lyn.alexander@uconn.edu if you have questions or concerns.
Can applicants use online classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?
  • Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: No
  • Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes
  • Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes
Enter any additional information regarding online course prerequisites: Online science courses with an online lab are only accepted if they were taken between the spring 2020 and spring 2022 semesters. Summer 2022 courses must have the lab component taken in person. Lab courses taken fall 2022 or later must be taken fully in-person.

Please contact Lyn Alexander at lyn.alexander@uconn.edu if you have questions or concerns about online course prerequisites.
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: Pass/fail courses are typically only accepted if they were taken during a COVID-impacted semester.

Please contact lyn.alexander@uconn.edu if you have questions or concerns about pass/fail course prerequisites.
Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites: Biology, chemistry, and physics courses must be foundational science courses for designed for science majors and include a laboratory component. Anatomy and physiology, organic chemistry, and microbiology must be advanced courses and have foundational biology and chemistry as prerequisites. Biochemistry must have organic chemistry as a prerequisite. All science courses except organic chemistry require a lab.

All prerequisite courses taken at UConn must be a C- or higher. All prerequisite courses taken at all other institutions must be a C or higher. UConn Transfer Admissions will only award credit for coursework where applicants have earned a C or better.
Link to additional course prerequisites information:
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? Varies
Will your institution require a supplemental application fee? Varies
Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements: Only transfer students (students not currently or previously matriculated as a full-time student at UConn) are required to complete the supplemental transfer application for the University of Connecticut's Office of Transfer Admissions. The transfer application and all supporting documentation must be submitted to the Office of Transfer Admission by 4/1/2025.

Find application information for transfers at: https://pharmacy.uconn.edu/apply

Earlier applications support earlier interviews and consideration for admission to the School of Pharmacy PharmD Program. We offer rolling admissions. Late transfer applications will only be considered on a case-by-case basis based on space in our incoming P1 class.

Please contact Lyn Alexander at lyn.alexander@uconn.edu for support with this supplemental application process.
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? No
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: 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): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Science): ACCEPTED
  • Supervisor: ACCEPTED
  • Teaching Assistant: ACCEPTED
What is your college/school policy on committee letters? Not Accepted
What is your college/school policy on composite letters? Not Accepted
Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations: Two letters of recommendation are required. One letter must be from teaching staff from a higher education institution. This can be a professor, lab instructor, or teaching assistant. It is recommended that the second letter be from a professional, such as employer or supervisor; additionally, both letters are recommended to be from individuals that can speak to an applicant's recent work, experiences, and qualifications as a college student. Letters of recommendation from high school teachers, family friends, family members, and non-supervisory coworkers will not be considered. Recommendation letters that are submitted without a clear disclosure of their relationship to an applicant will be disregarded and may be counted negatively towards the evaluation of an application.
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: Please contact Lyn Alexander at lyn.alexander@uconn.edu with any questions or concerns.
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: All undergraduate international coursework must be evaluated by the University of Connecticut's Office of Transfer Admissions before any agreements for substitutions can be made by the School of Pharmacy. We also require each student to provide course descriptions and syllabi, especially for prerequisite courses.

Please contact Lyn Alexander at lyn.alexander@uconn.edu with any questions or concerns.
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: Applicants for whom English is not a primary language* or who do not otherwise qualify for a waiver** of this requirement must submit a valid TOEFL score. The minimum passing TOEFL scores are:

Total score: 94
Listening & speaking sections: 27
Reading and writing sections: 20

Applicants with scores below this cutoff or who have questions should contact Lyn Alexander at lyn.alexander@uconn.edu.

*A primary language is defined as a language used to communicate since childhood.
**An example of a category of applicants who would be waived out of this requirement would be applicants who have completed one year or more of full-time coursework at a post-secondary institution in the United States.
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? Yes
Enter any additional information for foreign-educated pharmacists without a U.S. license who are interested in the entry-level Pharm.D. program. All undergraduate international coursework must be evaluated by the University of Connecticut's Office of Transfer Admissions before any agreements for substitutions can be made by the School of Pharmacy. We also require each student to provide course descriptions and syllabi, especially for prerequisite courses.

Please contact Lyn Alexander at lyn.alexander@uconn.edu with any questions or concerns.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Interview Format: Multiple applicants with one or more interviewers
Does the institution offer an online interview option? Yes
Briefly describe your institution's interview process: All completed on-time applications will be considered on a holistic, competitive basis. Candidates will be granted an interview based on their entire application; however, attention is paid to an applicant's academic record, personal statement and experiences, answers to custom questions, and letters of recommendation. If invited to interview, applicants will be assessed on personal characteristics, such as: professional and social awareness; communication skills; self-knowledge and maturity; ethics and integrity; and problem-solving abilities. Interviews will begin in the fall and continue on a rolling basis until the class is filled.
Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description: https://pharmacy.uconn.edu
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Is a deposit required to hold an acceptee's place in the class? Varies
Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class: 2025-08-25
Additional details for accepted applicants: There is no supplemental deposit required for students by the School of Pharmacy. However, transfer students will be required to pay a $400 non-refundable enrollment fee to confirm their commitment to attend the University of Connecticut and this is applied toward their orientation session.
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? No
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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