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Meet virtually or in person with our Director of Recruitment and Admissions Laura Lagreid before submitting your application, and snag a fee waiver! Just apply to the WSU PharmD program for fall 2025 to qualify. Book an appointment here: https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/WSUCPPSAdmissionsAdvising@email.wsu.edu/bookings/

If you have any questions, feel free to email Laura at laura.lagreid@wsu.edu.
Published Survey
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Created: Thu, 08/22/2019 - 10:00
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Institution Name Washington State University
College or School Name College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Short Name Washington St U
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If you need to post a notification below your institution name, please enter it here: Meet virtually or in person with our Director of Recruitment and Admissions Laura Lagreid before submitting your application, and snag a fee waiver! Just apply to the WSU PharmD program for fall 2025 to qualify. Book an appointment here: https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/WSUCPPSAdmissionsAdvising@email.wsu.edu/bookings/

If you have any questions, feel free to email Laura at laura.lagreid@wsu.edu.
Street 1 412 E. Spokane Falls Blvd.
Street 2 Pharmacy Admissions PBS 130
Street 3
City Spokane,
State Washington
Zip 99202-2131
Country United States
Program Location: Washington
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? June 2, 2025
Final Application Deadline Description: We have 3 different application deadlines:
Our priority application deadline is Tuesday, October 1, 2024.
Our regular deadline is Friday, January 3, 2025
Our final deadline is Monday, June 2, 2025.
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 who apply by the priority deadline are guaranteed a scholarship upon offer of admission.
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: Spokane, WA: WSU Health Sciences campus. Students learn alongside other health care professionals. Spokane is the largest healthcare hub along the I-90 corridor between Seattle and Minneapolis., Yakima, WA: Located on the Pacific Northwest University campus. Smaller class sizes allow Yakima students to gain a more personalized experience as they learn and work alongside other health care professionals to make an impact in rural communities.
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? No
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?  2 years
Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions? Not Required
What is the structure (e.g., length) of your Pharm.D. program curriculum? 4 years
Does your program offer an Early Assurance program for admissions?  Yes
Does your program have affiliation or articulation agreements with undergraduate institutions for admissions? Contact the program directly for additional details.  Yes
Does your program offer a student the ability to complete their bachelor’s degree while enrolled in the Pharm.D. program? No
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: 60
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Target number of Pharm.D. seats for the upcoming P1 entering class: 100
Maximum number of Pharm.D. seats available in the upcoming P1 entering class: 120
Anticipated number of early assurance students advancing to the P1 year in the upcoming entering class: 11
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/MA (Master of Arts), PharmD/MBA (Business Administration), PharmD/MHA (Healthcare Administration), PharmD/PhD (Doctor of Philosophy), Other Dual Degrees
If other dual degrees, as defined above, please list: PharmD/METM: A degree/certificate in Engineering and Technology Management prepares PharmD students to become effective leaders in planning, implementing, and managing multifaceted operations to prepare for the growing need in technical management of manufacturing operations in the pharmaceutical industry, health care, and governmental research initiatives, among many others.

PharmD/MA in Strategic Communications or Communication Health and Promotion.

Learn more at https://bit.ly/3go02QN.
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: As the health care landscape continues to evolve, recruiters are looking for talent with knowledge in overlapping disciplines. WSU offers some dual degrees as certificate programs so that students can broaden their skill set.

Certificates offered:
Business Administration
Engineering and Technology Management
Strategic Communication
Communication Health and Promotion
Health Administration and Leadership

Learn more at https://bit.ly/3go02QN.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Program Description The Washington State University PharmD offers you one of the best programs in the West. In 2023, we had the highest NAPLEX pass rate in Washington and the highest MPJE pass rate in the Pacific Northwest. Our dual degrees and certificates in engineering, business, pharmaceutical sciences, communications, and health administration are just some of the features which set our program apart from the rest. You can also choose to do your PharmD at two locations in Washington: Yakima or Spokane. As a top-tiered pharmacy school for NIH funding, you will also have plenty of opportunities to take part in cutting edge research.

Along with clinical practice in hospitals and community pharmacies, many of our graduates go on to work in leadership positions in government, pharmaceutical companies, business, tech companies, and academia. One of the biggest strengths of our program is our loyal and tight-knit alumni network. The college has the most engaged alumni in the university and prides itself in hiring its own graduates.

We are also at the forefront of defining pharmacists’ roles as part of the health care team. You will be trained in innovative pharmacy practices and learn applied patient care for an expanded scope of pharmacy practice. Our patient simulations, internships, rotations, community outreach, and volunteer opportunities allow you to practice confidently after graduation. The college offers affordable tuition and awards totaling $450,000 in scholarships annually to student pharmacists. To learn more, contact pharmacy.admissions@wsu.edu or call us at (509)368-6605. Personal advising appointments are available. You can also visit the website for more information at pharmacy.wsu.edu!
Program Description Video:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Minimum Overall GPA: NA
Minimum Prerequisite GPA: NA
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants: While our preferred GPA is a 2.7, as calculated by PharmCAS, we strongly encourage applicants below a 2.7 to apply. The WSU PharmD program reviews applications through a holistic admission process to assess your strengths beyond GPA. We highly recommend all applicants complete the Personalized Student Assessment to share your additional strengths beyond GPA and any extenuating circumstances that you want us to consider.

All prerequisite courses must be completed with a C- (1.7) or higher. Courses that are repeated will be considered using the highest grade earned. However, all course attempts may be factored into the overall GPA calculated by PharmCAS.

Read more at https://bit.ly/cpps-admissions.
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 37
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 19
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 60
Total number of basic science college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 35
Provide any additional information regarding credit hour policies for applicants: Acceptable courses must be letter graded on a 4.0 scale and must be credit bearing.

Applicants are encouraged to go above the minimum number of credits and beyond the required prerequisites to help them establish a strong foundation in science. We recommend completing courses such as genetics, medicinal chemistry, calculus, molecular biology, immunology, logic, or similar. Additionally, we highly recommend completing the optional labs associated with the required prerequisites.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
List of Course Prerequisites:
Course Subject Course Title Semester Hours (Min) Quarter Hours (Min)
Chemistry Organic Chemistry with Lab - Must complete full year series with at least 1 lab (Intended for Science Majors). Minimum 2 semesters or 3 quarters. 7 15
Biochemistry Biochemistry - 1 semester or 1 quarter course required (lab not required). Please contact us if considering taking Biochemistry at a Community College to ensure the course is approved. Most upper division courses are accepted, but they must include metabolic pathways and RNA structure and transcription. 3 5
Microbiology Microbiology - 1 semester or 1 quarter course required. Upper division and/or intended for science majors. 3 5
Anatomy Human Anatomy - Students may take blended Human Anatomy and Physiology, but they are required to complete the full year series (minimum 2 semesters or 3 quarters). Labs not required but highly recommended. 3 5
Physiology Human/Mammalian Physiology - Students may take blended Human Anatomy and Physiology, but they are required to complete the full year series (minimum 2 semesters or 3 quarters). Labs not required but highly recommended. 3 5
Math Algebra, Pre-Calculus or higher - Minimum 1 semester or 1 quarter of Algebra, Pre-Calculus or higher level math class. 3 5
Statistics Statistics - Minimum 1 semester or 1 quarter. 3 5
Humanities Arts and Humanities - At least one course must be an English Writing/Composition course if not completing an associate's degree or higher. 12 15
When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)? Applicants must complete all science prerequisites by the end of the spring term prior to enrollment and must complete all non-science prerequisites by the end of the summer term prior to enrollment. Admitted students needing to complete science courses in the summer must receive approval from the Director of Admissions.

Example: For fall 2025, all science prerequisites must be completed by spring 2025 and all non-sciences prerequisites must be completed by summer 2025.
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 courses must be completed for a letter grade and be credit bearing. Applicants are encouraged to contact Pharmacy Admissions at pharmacy.admissions@wsu.edu or 509-368-6605 with any questions regarding course equivalencies, online vs. in-person coursework, transcript evaluations, and any other prerequisite related questions. Our office is happy to provide students with acceptable online courses that satisfy our prerequisites or work with an applicant who has identified online coursework.
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: We require all prerequisites be completed with a letter grade of C- (1.7 GPA) or higher.
Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites: Applicants needing prerequisite advising are welcome to contact our admissions representatives for prerequisite advising and/or a transcript evaluation. If you're interested in obtaining a transcript evaluation, email unofficial transcripts to our office with your request. Generally, lower division online courses may be considered to fulfill non-science prerequisites, please email a course syllabus/description along with the link to the course information. Acceptable courses must be letter graded on a 4.0 scale and must be credit bearing.

All official transcripts must be submitted directly to PharmCAS by the deadline. We recommend having your official transcripts sent electronically to PharmCAS if your school offers electronic transcripts.

Please contact the Doctor of Pharmacy program for more information on course equivalencies at pharmacy.admissions@wsu.edu or 509-368-6605.
Link to additional course prerequisites information: https://pharmacy.wsu.edu/pharmd/admissions/pre-pharmacy-requirements/
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? No
Will your institution require a supplemental application fee? No
Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements: Applicants must complete the Program Materials section in the PharmCAS application. Applicants should be prepared to respond to the required Professional Goals Statement at the time they submit the application. We encourage applicants to review the Professional Goals Statement prior to starting their PharmCAS application. You can see tips for answering your essay questions at: https://pharmacy.wsu.edu/documents/2022/12/pharmcas-essay-cheat-sheet.pdf.

We also strongly recommend that all applicants complete the Personalized Student Assessment to share more about your experiences and any extenuating circumstances you want our admissions team to consider as we review your application.
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? Recommended, but not required
Please note any additional relevant information: We encourage prospective applicants to obtain either paid or volunteer pharmacy experience prior to applying. Depending on state licensing requirements, a good option for gaining experience is obtaining a pharmacy assistant or tech license. If you cannot gain experience, we recommend having a conversation with a pharmacist at minimum.

Pharmacy experience is not required. However, applicants should be able to speak to the profession and their motivation for pursuing a career in pharmacy.
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
  • Employer: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Faculty Advisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Health Care Professional: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Pharmacist: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Politician: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Pre-Health Advisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Professor (Any Subject Area): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Professor (Liberal Arts): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Professor (Math): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Professor (Science): RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Supervisor: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Teaching Assistant: CONDITIONALLY 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 (2) letters of recommendation, also called evaluations in PharmCAS, from evaluators who can speak to your professional character, accountability, and notable experiences, such as a professor, teaching assistant, employer or volunteer supervisor are required. It is recommended a supervisor, pharmacist or other healthcare provider submit an evaluation. It is also highly recommended you obtain an evaluation from an academic source that can speak knowledgeably about your academic history.

You may submit up to 4 evaluations, but more than 2 evaluations are not required. Please note that if you submit more than two letters of reference, our review committee has the ability to read them.

Evaluators should speak to your adaptability, empathy, ethics, intellectual ability, interpersonal relations, judgement, leadership, reliability, and communication skills.

If you have questions about this requirement, please contact our office at pharmacy.admissions@wsu.edu or 509-368-6605.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Is preference given to state residents? Yes
Is preference given to residents of other states? No
Additional information about the program’s state residency requirements: Washington state residency is not required for admission. WSU also participates in WICHE and welcomes applicants receiving WICHE support. WSU offers reduced tuition for WICHE approved students from Alaska, Nevada, Guam, and the Northern Mariana Islands.

Our pharmacy school distinguishes itself by offering non-resident tuition that is more affordable than the resident and non-resident tuition at numerous other U.S. pharmacy schools.

Residents of other states may be eligible to apply for Washington state residency after establishing a domicile in the state of Washington for 12 consecutive months. By establishing Washington residency, you will be charged the resident tuition rate for your second through fourth year in pharmacy school. More information regarding establishing residency can be found at http://residency.wsu.edu/.
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: International transcripts must be evaluated by the World Education Service (WES) on a course-by-course basis and include all transcripts. The complete report must be submitted to and received by PharmCAS by the application deadline. Upper division coursework, including Organic Chemistry, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology, and Biochemistry, is recommended to be completed at a regionally accredited institution in the US.

Syllabi for all international prerequisite courses completed must be submitted as PDFs in English and include modules covered, student learning outcomes, course description, and course assessment. Applicant's from a country that utilizes and supplies consolidated marks sheets must submit individual marks sheets.

Please see the PharmCAS Foreign Transcript Instructions at https://bit.ly/3fAaVvH. Please contact our office if you have any questions at pharmacy.admissions@wsu.edu or 509-368-6605.
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: Minimum TOEFL scores required are a 90 internet based, 250 computer based, or 550 paper based with minimum sub scores of Reading 20, Writing 22, Speaking 22, and Listening 20; minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or higher; minimum Duolingo English Test score of 120. Exam date must be within one year of application.

Exceptions may be given to the English Language Proficiency Exam if one or more of the following conditions are met (verification is required):
•Applicant has completed a BA or BS degree in a native English-Speaking country.
•Applicant has completed a minimum of 25 semester/45 quarter credits of equivalent prerequisite coursework from an accredited U.S. based institution.
•Applicant is a citizen from one of the following countries: Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, British Guyana, Canada, Great Britain, Ireland, Jamaica, Liberia, New Zealand, Trinidad and Tobago, or Zambia.
•Applicant was schooled outside the U.S. at a school where the language of instruction was English.
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. Applicants meeting this criteria are encouraged to apply. We do not offer movement to an advanced standing status for foreign-educated pharmacists. We are happy to work with you during process and recommend contacting our office at pharmacy.admissions@wsu.edu or 509-368-6605.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
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: Candidates selected for an interview will receive an invitation over email from Pharmacy Admissions with instructions to sign up for an interview. The interview will take approximately 45 minutes and will be offered over zoom or in-person on the campus of your choosing. Each candidate will be interviewed by 1 faculty and 1 student ambassador. The interview is a requirement of admission to the Doctor of Pharmacy program.

Candidates will be invited to join regularly scheduled program overviews and on-campus visit events, that will be scheduled throughout the fall and spring. Please watch for these dates and more information as it becomes available.
Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description: https://pharmacy.wsu.edu/pharmd/admissions/
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
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: A $500, non-refundable, advanced payment on tuition is required to secure a seat. Applicants offered admission to the program will receive instructions for creating a WSU student account and completing the required payment by the deadline. If an offer of admission is extended and an applicant does not pay the required admission deposit, they may forfeit their seat. Please contact Pharmacy Admissions if you have any questions regarding the deposit, need additional time to pay your deposit, or have other extenuating circumstances at pharmacy.admissions@wsu.edu or 509-368-6605.
Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class: 2025-08-18
Additional details for accepted applicants: Admitted students are required to complete their remaining prerequisites and provide our office with final official transcripts once they have completed all coursework. After we receive final official transcripts, admitted students can begin registering for fall semester pharmacy courses.

Admitted students are also required to obtain a Washington State Pharmacy Intern License and complete all required vaccinations and certifications. Pharmacy Prep Week and the White Coat Ceremony take place the week prior to the start of classes in August. Pharmacy Prep Week is mandatory for all admitted students.

Admitted students can prepare for pharmacy school by applying for financial aid and scholarships, reviewing prerequisite coursework, learning the top 200 drugs and practicing pharmacy calculations, and reviewing WSU pharmacy student organizations.

Read more on our Admitted Student Resources webpage at https://pharmacy.wsu.edu/pharmd/resources/admitted-students/.
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? Yes
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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