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Street 1: 789 S Limestone
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City: Lexington
State: Kentucky
Zip: 40536-0596
Country: United States

Program Location:: Kentucky
Admissions Office Contact(s)::
- Name: Candace Smigla
  Title: Admissions Officer
  Office: Office of Academic and Student Affairs
  Phone (Work): 859-780-5565 (text or call)
  Email: candace.smigla@uky.edu
- Email: pharmacyadmissions@uky.edu

Institutional Website::
- https://pharmacy.uky.edu/apply/pharmd-program

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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?: May 1, 2025
Final Application Deadline Description::
Complete applications must be received by UKCOP (and preferably verified) by May 1, 2025. Complete application means your application includes three evaluations and the UKCOP $80 fee is paid (or waived).


Priority Application Deadline:
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What is the priority application deadline for your program? : October 1, 2024
Describe any requirements or incentives for applicants who apply by the priority deadline. :
Applicants submitting applications by the Priority Deadline (10/01/2024) will have the $80 UKCOP Application Fee (separate from the PharmCAS fee) waived and receive full consideration for preferred interview invitation placement and award consideration. 


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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? : Other
If Other, please briefly describe:
A minimum of 70 semester credit hours of pre-pharmacy coursework is required before entering the PharmD program. UKCOP'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
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::
Affiliation or Articulation Agreements are available with some colleges within the University of Kentucky, as well as other colleges/universities. Undergraduate degrees could be completed outside of formal/established agreements. Please contact pharmacyadvising@uky.edu with questions or for more details.


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:: 100
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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/MPA (Public Administration), PharmD/MPH (Public Health), 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: :
See https://pharmacy.uky.edu/apply/pharmd-program/dual-degrees for more information

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Program Description
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Program Description:
The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) has a successful tradition as one of the leading pharmacy schools in the country. Established in 1870, the College has been ranked among the top 10 programs for over 35 years and is currently ranked 6th in the nation by U.S. News and World Report. Graduates of UKCOP rank among the best in the nation in first time pass rates on the national licensing exam. UKCOP provides the type of world-ready education that ensures you will be a leader in the field. Located on a full health care campus with a level 1 trauma center, Children’s Hospital, and VA hospital, UKCOP is a preeminent institution for clinical pharmacy education.

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GPA and Credit Hour Criteria
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Minimum Overall GPA:: 2.5
Minimum Prerequisite GPA:: 2.5
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Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 70
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 30
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Provide any additional information regarding credit hour policies for applicants::
Contact pharmacyadvising@uky.edu for assistance. 

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Course Prerequisites
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List of Course Prerequisites::
Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: Biology I and Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Microbiology
Course Title: Microbiology and Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General Chemistry and Labs
Semester Hours (Min): 8
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry and Labs
Semester Hours (Min): 8
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Course Subject: Anatomy
Course Title: Human Anatomy 
Semester Hours (Min): 3
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Course Subject: Physiology
Course Title: Physiology
Semester Hours (Min): 3
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Course Subject: Statistics
Course Title: Statistics
Semester Hours (Min): 3
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Course Subject: Math
Course Title: Mathematics: Option 1: College Algebra & Elementary Calculus (6-7 semester hours) OR Option 2: Calculus I (4 semester hours)
Semester Hours (Min): 4
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Course Subject: Other
Course Title: Business
Semester Hours (Min): 3
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Course Subject: English Composition / Writing
Course Title: English I and II
Semester Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Communication / Speech (Verbal)
Course Title: Oral Communications
Semester Hours (Min): 3
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Course Subject: General Elective(s)
Course Title: Elective Courses (enough to bring total to 70 hours minimum including prerequisites)
Semester Hours (Min): 21

When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)?:
Applicants must complete all course prerequisites by end of spring term prior to entering the program (6/2025 for 8/2025 entrance). Prerequisite coursework may be completed in the summer prior to entering the program only by approval. Contact pharmacyadvising@uky.edu for prerequisite coursework guidance and/or to request a summer course approval. 

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::
Contact pharmacyadvising@uky.edu before registering for an online lab for approval.  

Can applicants use pass/fail classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?:
Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Yes, but only if no letter grade option available
Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes, but only if no letter grade option available
Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes, but only if no letter grade option available

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Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites::
Contact pharmacyadvising@uky.edu

Link to additional course prerequisites information:: https://pharmacy.uky.edu/admission-aid/pharmd-program/pre-pharmacy
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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?: Yes
If yes, please enter the dollar amount:: $80.00
Link to supplemental fee form or instructions:: https://pharmacy.uky.edu/admission-aid/pharmd-program/pharmd-how-apply

Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements::
UKCOP does not require a Supplemental Application, but does require an $80 application fee. Submit $80 UKCOP Application Fee at https://pharmacy.uky.edu/admission-aid/pharmd-program/pharmd-how-apply (see step 3). The UKCOP Application Fee may be waived for students who are granted a PharmCAS Fee Waiver. If you have been granted a PharmCAS Fee Waiver, contact Candace Smigla at candace.smigla@uky.edu to request a UKCOP waiver. The $80 UKCOP Application Fee is separate from, and in addition to, the PharmCAS fee. Candidates applying before UKCOP's priority consideration deadline (Oct. 1, 2024), do not need to pay the $80 fee. The $80 fee is non-refundable.

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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?: 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: NOT ACCEPTED
Co-Worker: NOT ACCEPTED
Employer: ACCEPTED
Faculty Advisor: ACCEPTED
Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
Health Care Professional: ACCEPTED
Pharmacist: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Politician: NOT ACCEPTED
Pre-Health Advisor: NOT ACCEPTED
Professor (Any Subject Area): NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
Professor (Liberal Arts): NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)
Professor (Math): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Professor (Science): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Supervisor: ACCEPTED
Teaching Assistant: NO ANSWER (evaluator type will not show on page)

Committee Letters:
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What is your college/school policy on committee letters? : Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation?: Varies

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

Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations::
Three letters of recommendation are required; at least one of the three letters should be from a professor (preferably science or math) or pharmacist.

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

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::
For Kentucky residency requirements for tuition purposes, please visit https://registrar.uky.edu/residency


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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::
UK College of Pharmacy only accepts evaluations from World Education Services (WES) www.wes.org.

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: :
All English as a Second Language (ESL) applicants are required to submit their TOEFL score to PharmCAS. A TOEFL score of 89 or higher is recommended. The only exception to the TOEFL requirement is if an applicant has obtained a bachelor's degree from an accredited English speaking institution or a diploma from a US high school.   IELTS is also accepted; the recommended score is 6.5 with no bands below 6. Submit IELTS to PharmCAS.

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 students, regardless of education, background, experience or licensing, are required to begin as a PY1. The program is four years in length for everyone. 


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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 required and applicants must be invited to interview. The interview assesses the applicant's communication skills, confidence, maturity, motivation, character, and ability to interact with others. Invitations are sent beginning two weeks prior to interview dates. See website for on-campus and virtual interview dates.

Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description:: https://pharmacy.uky.edu/apply/pharmd-program/pharmd-how-apply
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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::
All deposits are non-refundable and applied to your fall tuition upon matriculation.


Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class:: 2025-08-18
Additional details for accepted applicants::
Information for accepted applicants will be communicated directly from the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy and is also available through the Recently Accepted section of the College website. 

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