Contact Information
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One College, Two Campuses, Unlimited Opportunities, One-Rate Tuition

Institution Address:
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Street 1: Office of Student Affairs
Street 2: University of Illinois Chicago Retzky College of Pharmacy
Street 3: 833 South Wood Street (MC874)
City: Chicago
State: Illinois
Zip: 60612
Country: United States

Program Location:: Illinois
Admissions Office Contact(s)::
- Name: Dan DiCesare
  Title: Director of Student Affairs - Chicago
  Email: pharmd@uic.edu
- Name: Josie Clark
  Title: Director of Student Affairs - Rockford
  Email: pharmd@uic.edu

Institutional Website::
- http://pharmacy.uic.edu
- https://pharmacy.uic.edu/programs/doctor-of-pharmacy-pharmd/
- https://students.pharmacy.uic.edu

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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::
Applications are reviewed as they are received throughout the admissions cycle. For best consideration, apply as early as possible in the admissions cycle.


Priority Application Deadline:
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What is the priority application deadline for your program? : January 3, 2025
Describe any requirements or incentives for applicants who apply by the priority deadline. :
Priority Scholarship Application Deadline: January 3, 2025

To be eligible for priority scholarship consideration, students should complete and submit their PharmCAS applications by Jan. 3, 2025 and also should schedule and complete their PharmD interviews by Feb. 1, 2025.


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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 
Satellite/Branch campuses:: One College.  Two Campuses.  Unlimited Opportunities.  The PharmD program is offered in Chicago and in Rockford., Chicago Campus - Urban, diverse, dynamic, and fast-paced, the College’s Chicago campus is set in the heart of the Illinois Medical District, about two miles west of the city’s central business district and less than one mile from UIC’s East campus., Rockford Campus - New facilities, cutting-edge technology, and small class sizes, and Interprofessional opportunities with our College of Medicine and College of Nursing students characterize the Rockford campus.
Does your program follow the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines?: Yes
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? : 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?: Yes
If “Yes” to ability to complete their bachelor’s degree while enrolled, please briefly describe::
BSPS/PharmD Pathway
Students who are admitted to the BSPS/PharmD pathway will also seek admission to the PharmD Program. Students who choose this pathway reduce their total time spent on both degrees by one year. Once BSPS/PharmD pathway students are admitted to the PharmD Program, they are considered professional PharmD students during their fourth/final year of their bachelor’s degree.


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:: Geographically dispersed campuses

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Last Entering Class
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Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class:: 139
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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/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: :
Students may pursue PharmD concentrations, as well as certificate and other degree programs.  Some examples are the UPHARM (Urban Pharmacy) and RPHARM (Rural Pharmacy) concentrations, a Health Informatics or Pharmacoepidemiology certificate. 

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Program Description
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Program Description:
One College. Two Campuses. Unlimited Opportunities. One-Rate Tuition.* 

What do you want out of your pharmacy school experience? 

    - A campus in the heart of a large urban healthcare district?   Studying in a world-class city? Then Chicago is your spot! 

    - Are you looking for a vibrant, close-knit community and a small class size?  Then Rockford is the place for you!

Regardless of which path you choose, both lead you to the same great education, research and pharmacy practice experiences at the 7th ranked College of Pharmacy in the country and the number 1 school in Illinois!

*One-Rate Tuition – All PharmD students, regardless of residency status, are assessed the same tuition rate.

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GPA and Credit Hour Criteria
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Minimum Overall GPA:: 2.50
Minimum Prerequisite GPA:: 2.50
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants::
The following three GPAs must meet the 2.50 minimum requirement - 1) the cumulative GPA (all courses taken at all institutions), 2) science/math coursework GPA (all science and math courses), and 3) the prerequisite GPA (best attempt at the prerequisite courses).  The cumulative and science/math GPAs include all attempts at courses.  The prerequisite GPA uses only the attempt with the highest grade.

Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 60
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 45
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:: 68
Provide any additional information regarding credit hour policies for applicants::
The numbers stated above are approximate.  Rather than specify a number of credit hours, the UIC College of Pharmacy requires a minimum of 18 prerequisite courses (semester system) or 21/22 prerequisite courses (quarter system).  Each course must be at least 3 semester credit hours or 4 quarter credit hours.  For more information, please visit our website - https://pharmacy.uic.edu/programs/pharmd/requirements/.

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Course Prerequisites
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List of Course Prerequisites::
Course Subject: English Composition / Writing
Course Title: Written Communication - An English written communication course, such as composition is required.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Communication / Speech (Verbal)
Course Title: Verbal Communication - An English verbal communication course, such as speech or public speaking is required.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Other
Course Title: Additional Communication - An additional English communication course (either written or verbal) is required.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: General Biology - Two semesters of general biology with labs are required.
Semester Hours (Min): 6
Quarter Hours (Min): 9
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Course Subject: Anatomy & Physiology
Course Title: Human Anatomy and Physiology - This requirement may be fulfilled with an A&P sequence  OR  the combination of 1 course in human anatomy and 1 course in human physiology.  All organ systems must be covered.  Labs are not required.
Semester Hours (Min): 6
Quarter Hours (Min): 9
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Course Subject: Microbiology
Course Title: Microbiology - A microbiology course with a lab is required.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General (Inorganic) Chemistry - A general chemistry sequence with labs is required.
Semester Hours (Min): 6
Quarter Hours (Min): 9
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry - An organic chemistry sequence with lab(s) is required.  Some schools may offer labs with each organic course; other schools may offer only one lab (must be at least 2 semester credits) with the organic sequence.
Semester Hours (Min): 6
Quarter Hours (Min): 9
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Course Subject: Biochemistry
Course Title: Biochemistry - A biochemistry course is required.  A lab is not required.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Physics
Course Title: Physics - One course in general physics is required.  A lab is not required.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Math
Course Title: Calculus - Any calculus class that covers derivatives and integrals may be used to fulfill this requirement.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Statistics
Course Title: Statistics - Any statistics course may be used to fulfill this requirement.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Social/Behavioral Science
Course Title: Social and Behavioral Sciences - A course in psychology, sociology, economics, anthropology, political science, geography, or other areas of social/behavioral science may be used to fulfill this requirement.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Humanities
Course Title: Humanities - A courses in philosophy, religious studies, English literature, history, art history, or other areas of humanities may be used to fulfill this requirement.
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 4

When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)?:
Although spring (or earlier) completion of prerequisites is preferred, all prerequisites must be completed by August 8, 2025 (without exception) for fall 2025 admission.

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::
Online coursework must be taken from regionally accredited institutions.  Questions should be directed to pharmd@uic.edu.

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::
All prerequisite courses must be taken on a graded basis.  (Pass/Satisfactory grades will be accepted for coursework taken spring 2020 or summer 2020 only due to the pandemic.)

Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites::
a)   Courses must be a minimum of 3 semester credits/hours each (or 4 quarter credits/hours each).  Exact credits will depend on the way a school offers its science courses/labs.  b)  Please contact the Office of Student Affairs (pharmd@uic.edu) with questions related to prerequisites.

Link to additional course prerequisites information:: https://pharmacy.uic.edu/programs/pharmd/requirements/
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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.uic.edu/programs/doctor-of-pharmacy-pharmd/application-and-admission/

Supplemental Application Fee:
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Will your institution require a supplemental application fee?: No

Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements::
Information about submitting the required UIC University Supplemental Application will be emailed to qualified applicants when verified PharmCAS applications have been received.

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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: 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

Committee Letters:
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What is your college/school policy on committee letters? : Conditionally accepted
If you've selected "Conditionally Accepted," please post the criteria you require and all necessary information for the applicants.:
A committee letter is considered to be an academic reference.

Does it count as more than one evaluation?: No

Composite Letters:
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What is your college/school policy on composite letters?: Not Accepted

Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations::
Two letters of recommendation must be submitted through PharmCAS.   One letter must be from an academic reference such as a professor, a TA, or an Academic Adviser.   One letter must be from a work or volunteer supervisor.

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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::
With one-rate tuition, residency doesn't matter.  Out-of-state students pay the same tuition as in-state students.

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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, 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::
a)   We will only accept course-by-course evaluations from WES. The WES report must be provided to PharmCAS. Official foreign transcripts are only required to be sent to UIC if admitted.  
b)   For best consideration, international students should apply through PharmCAS by December 31, 2023.
c)   For more information, please visit the website, https://pharmacy.uic.edu/programs/pharmd/requirements/.

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: :
UIC requires the submission of valid English proficiency test scores for all non-native English speakers. b)  Please see the English Proficiency Requirements on our website - https://pharmacy.uic.edu/programs/pharmd/requirements/.

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.:
All applicants to our program complete the entire PharmD curriculum.  There is no advanced standing for foreign-educated pharmacists.


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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::
Interviews are by invitation only. Top applicants meeting the screening criteria set forth by the Admissions Committee will be offered the opportunity to interview with UIC faculty, staff, alumni, and members of the pharmacy community starting in September and continuing through May or early June. MMI (multiple mini interviews) are used.  Each mini interview covers a particular characteristic the Admissions Committee would like to see in admitted students.  

Part of the interview process also involves an impromptu writing assignment from which an applicant's ability to think critically, address a topic, and communicate in written format is assessed. 

Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description:: https://pharmacy.uic.edu/programs/doctor-of-pharmacy-pharmd/application-and-admission/
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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::
Admission deposits are non-refundable for any reason.  Deposit extensions are not granted.

Admission Offers accepted before March 1, 2025:
Initial deposit ($100) - due two weeks after offer made
Final deposit ($200) - due no later than March 1, 2025

Admission offers accepted after March 1, 2025:
Full deposit ($300) - due two weeks after offer made


Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class:: 2025-08-25
Additional details for accepted applicants::
All applicants must agree to the College of Pharmacy Matriculation and Continued Enrollment Policies.  
https://students.pharmacy.uic.edu/student-resources/policies-guidelines/matriculation-and-continued-enrollment-policies/

Additional information for admitted students: 
https://students.pharmacy.uic.edu/student-resources/policies-guidelines/

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