Contact Information
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Institution Address:
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Street 1: 20 N Pine St.
Street 2: Suite S722
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City: Baltimore
State: Maryland
Zip: 21201
Country: United States

Program Location:: Maryland
Admissions Office Contact(s)::
- Name: Patrice Sharp
  Title: Admissions Counselor
  Office: Pharmacy Hall S722
  Phone (Work): 410-706-0732
  Email: patrice.sharp@rx.umaryland.edu
- Name: JuliAna Brammer
  Title: Director of Admissions, Records and Registration
  Office: Pharmacy Hall S722
  Phone (Work): 410-706-3904
  Email: jbrammer@rx.umaryland.edu

Institutional Website::
- https://www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu
- https://www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/academics/pharmd/admissions-process
- https://www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/about/offices/elp/students
- https://www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/research/pharmapreneurship

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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?: April 1, 2025
Final Application Deadline Description::
Transcripts and Letters of Recommendation are reviewed on a rolling basis as they are received, which can be received and updated after submitting PharmCAS application.


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. :
Applicants who submit their PharmCAS application by the priority deadline will receive priority scholarships. 


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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?: 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? : 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::
As part of our 3:4 agreements, a student can earn a B.S. following the track at the undergraduate institutions below:
https://www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/academics/pharmd/educational-agreements/


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:: 84
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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/JD (Juris Doctor), PharmD/MBA (Business Administration), PharmD/MPH (Public Health), PharmD/MS (Master of Science), PharmD/PhD (Doctor of Philosophy)

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: :
www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/academics/dualdegrees

JD (University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law)
MBA UB (University of Baltimore Merrick School of Business)
MBA UM (University of Maryland Robert H. Smith School of Business)
MPH (University of Maryland School of Medicine)
MS Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics
MS Palliative Care
MS Pharmacometrics 
MS Regulatory Science
PhD Pharmaceutical Health Services Research
PhD Pharmaceutical Sciences

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Program Description
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Program Description:
 For over 180 years, University of Maryland School of Pharmacy (UMSOP) graduates have been making positive impacts in pharmacies, hospitals, the pharmaceutical industry, state and federal agencies, and public health organizations. Our graduates are also catalysts for change as pharmapreneurs in telehealth, technological innovation, new products and services, and continuous process improvement.  

 The Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy (UMSOP) is a four-year full-time degree program which provides future generations of pharmacists with the knowledge and skills needed to be essential contributors to a dynamic healthcare arena.  The UMSOP is a part of the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) comprised of an academic health center on campus with the Schools of Medicine, Law, Nursing, Dentistry, Social Work, and Graduate studies. Through its education, research, and service programs, the School of Pharmacy strives to improve the health and well-being of society by aiding in the discovery, development, and use of medicines. 

 Maryland has an outstanding health care community, where we offer experiential learning opportunities in top hospitals and health care institutions including the University of Maryland Medical Center, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Montgomery County General, the National Institutes of Health, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Baltimore VA Medical Center, and international rotations.  In addition, we have many dual degree programs, including PharmD/MBA, PharmD/MPH, PharmD/PhD, PharmD/JD and PharmD/MS. 

With our cutting-edge research initiatives and advanced clinical services, our faculty are committed to fostering a stimulating and nurturing environment that inspires students to achieve their career aspirations. Our outstanding PharmD students are preparing to become the medication experts on the health care team and in a broad range of fulfilling careers. 

www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu 

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GPA and Credit Hour Criteria
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Minimum Overall GPA:: 2.5
Minimum Prerequisite GPA:: 2.5
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants::
2.75 Science GPA recommended

Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 65
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 38
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 99
Total number of basic science college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:: 57
Provide any additional information regarding credit hour policies for applicants::
International credits must be evaluated by a transcript evaluation service such as World Education Services and relevant coursework can be applied toward prerequisite requirements. Advanced placement credits accepted. Most recent science credits should be within five (5) years of entry.

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Course Prerequisites
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List of Course Prerequisites::
Course Subject: English Composition / Writing
Course Title: English Composition
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Statistics
Course Title: General Statistics
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Biology/Biological Science
Course Title: General Biology with Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 8
Quarter Hours (Min): 12
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: General Chemistry with Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 8
Quarter Hours (Min): 12
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Course Subject: Chemistry
Course Title: Organic Chemistry with Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 8
Quarter Hours (Min): 12
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Course Subject: Microbiology
Course Title: Microbiology with Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Math
Course Title: Calculus
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Physics
Course Title: Physics with Lab
Semester Hours (Min): 4
Quarter Hours (Min): 6
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Course Subject: Anatomy & Physiology
Course Title: Human Anatomy and Physiology I & 11. No lab required.  
Semester Hours (Min): 6
Quarter Hours (Min): 9
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Course Subject: Economics
Course Title: Economics (Macro, Micro, or General)
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: Communication / Speech (Verbal)
Course Title: Speech Communications or Public Speaking
Semester Hours (Min): 3
Quarter Hours (Min): 5
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Course Subject: General Elective(s)
Course Title: Humanities and Social Sciences
Semester Hours (Min): 12
Quarter Hours (Min): 18

When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)?:
Prior to matriculation (August 2025)

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

Enter any additional information regarding online course prerequisites::
Needs to be an accredited institution, in person Science with lab preferred (besides semesters affected by COVID-19)

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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Science coursework should be within 5 years of applying (most recent course within 5 years). We recommend a strong science background and at least one year of full-time coursework.

Link to additional course prerequisites information:: https://www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/academics/pharmd/prospective-students/#prerequisites
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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://www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/academics/pharmd/admissions-process

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::
www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/academics/pharmd/admissions-process

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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
Please note any additional relevant information::
We encourage pharmacy work or shadowing experience, however it is 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: ACCEPTED
Employer: CONDITIONALLY REQUIRED
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): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Supervisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Teaching Assistant: NOT 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.:
We prefer individual letters of recommendation, however we can accept committee letters.

Does it count as more than one evaluation?: Varies

Composite Letters:
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What is your college/school policy on composite letters?: Conditionally accepted
If you've selected "Conditionally Accepted," please post the criteria you require and all necessary information for the applicants.:
We prefer individual letters of recommendation, however we can accept composite letters.

Does it count as more than one evaluation?: Varies

Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations::
The admissions committee prefers letters from employers and science professors, if available. Letters of Recommendation should be on letterhead and a business or university email indicated as the contact.

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::
www.umaryland.edu/application/
www.umaryland.edu/media/umb/oaa/academic-support/office-of-registrar/documents/VIII-2.70.pdf

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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::
All applicants are required to attend an accredited college or university in the U.S. for at least one semester (12 credits) https://www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/academics/pharmd/international-applicants/. WES or ECE evaluations preferred.

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: :
TOEFL is not required. However, the School of Pharmacy recommends international applicants submit their results to PharmCAS if they have previously taken the exam.

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.:
www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/academics/pharmd/international-applicants


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Interviews
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Interview Format:: Individual applicants with one interviewer
Does the institution offer an online interview option?: Yes
Briefly describe your institution's interview process::
Candidates will be invited to interview after a review of their application by the Admissions Committee. We conduct two interviews, one with a current PharmD student, and one with a School of Pharmacy faculty member. Visit www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/academics/pharmd/events to learn more abut virtual and campus events including open houses, information sessions, and tours of Pharmacy Hall.

Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description:: https://www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/academics/pharmd/admissions-process
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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::
Partial deposit of $200 within two weeks of offer if prior to March 1. After March 1, the total deposit of $800 is due, and if admitted after March 1, a tuition deposit is due within 2 weeks of offer.


Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class:: 2025-08-11
Additional details for accepted applicants::
www.umaryland.edu/registrar/academic-calendar
www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/about/offices/studentaffairs/incoming

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