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data:
  aacp_institution_number: '751'
  academic_term_type_2: Block
  academic_term_type_other_2: ''
  acad_health: 'Yes'
  accepted_applicants_done:
    - 'Yes'
  accred_status: '1'
  active: 'Yes'
  ac_cpr: 'No'
  ac_deposit_details: 'Our program requires a $500 seat deposit to be paid two weeks after the offer has been made. There are no refunds on the seat deposit.'
  ac_deposit_radio: 'Yes'
  ac_deposit_refundable: 'No'
  ac_firstday: ''
  ac_first_date:
    - '2025-08-11'
  admin_status: Published
  ao_alternate_pathways: 'No'
  ao_alternate_pathways_other: ''
  ao_complete_bach: 'No'
  ao_complete_bachelor: ''
  ao_early_assurance: 'No'
  ao_ug_affiliation: 'Yes'
  application_deadline_description: ''
  application_fee: ''
  background_checks_done:
    - 'Yes'
  banner_image: Pharmacy-2023-Marketing0752.jpg
  cag_aacp: 'No'
  cbc_radio: 'Yes'
  ci_video_embed:
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  college_or_school_name: 'College of Pharmacy'
  contact:
    - contact_email: dmendoza@westernu.edu
      contact_extension: ''
      contact_name: 'Daniell Mendoza'
      contact_office: 'Admissions '
      contact_title: 'Associate Director of Admissions for the College of Pharmacy'
      contact_work: 909-469-5541
    - contact_email: egonzalez@westernu.edu
      contact_extension: ''
      contact_name: 'Elaine Gonzalez'
      contact_office: Admissions
      contact_title: 'Admissions Counselor'
      contact_work: 909-469-5337
    - contact_email: jasmith@westernu.edu
      contact_extension: ''
      contact_name: 'Julie Smith'
      contact_office: Admissions
      contact_title: 'Admissions Counselor'
      contact_work: 909-469-5442
    - contact_email: mavila@westernu.edu
      contact_extension: ''
      contact_name: 'Marisela Avila'
      contact_office: Admissions
      contact_title: 'Admissions Counselor'
      contact_work: 909-469-3873
  contact_info_done:
    - 'Yes'
  contact_website:
    - 'https://prospective.westernu.edu/pharmacy/pharmd/'
  course_prereqs_done:
    - 'Yes'
  course_prerequisites_link: 'https://www.westernu.edu/pharmacy/programs/doctor-of-pharmacy/requirements/#accordion-2-button'
  credit_hour_policies: ''
  crit_gpa_info: 'Overall and Science GPA of 2.5 is preferred. '
  crit_mingpa: '2.5'
  crit_prereqgpa: NA
  curriculum_other: ''
  drug_radio: 'No'
  dual_concurrent: ''
  dual_conc_radio: 'No'
  dual_deg: 'No'
  dual_degrees_done:
    - 'Yes'
  dual_oth_desc: ''
  evaluations_done:
    - 'Yes'
  final_deadline_date: 'March 3, 2025'
  foreign_pharmacists_to_entry_level_program: 'No'
  foreign_pharmacist_additional_info: ''
  for_cc_radio:
    - '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)'
  for_fc_radio: 'Yes'
  for_other: |
    Our program accepts evaluations from the following agencies:
    
    World Education Services (WES)
    P.O. Box 5087, Bowling Green Station
    New York, NY 10274-5087
    (212) 966-6311
    
    Josef Silny & Associates (JSA)
    7101 SW 102 Avenue
    Miami, FL 33173
    (305) 273-1616
    
    Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE)
    101 W. Pleasant St. Suite 200
    Milwaukee, WI 53212-3963
    (414) 289-3400
  for_policy_radio: '1'
  gpa_criteria_done:
    - 'Yes'
  institution_name: 'Western University of Health Sciences'
  international_applicants_done:
    - 'Yes'
  interviews_done:
    - 'Yes'
  interview_format:
    - INTERVIEW_IN
  interview_link: ''
  interview_process: 'The interviews are informal in nature. A wide variety of topics related to the profession as well as those of general interest may be discussed. Areas of communication skills, motivation, critical thinking and general knowledge are evaluated by the interview panel. The average interview is approximately 30 minutes in duration. The interview panel may be comprised of the following: admissions committee member, faculty member, Pharmacist and/or current student/alumni of Western University of Health Sciences. Interviewees will also be asked to write an essay on topics will be general in nature, not necessarily pharmacy related.'
  last_entering_class_done:
    - 'Yes'
  list_of_course_prerequisites:
    - pre_courseqtr: '4'
      pre_coursesem: '3'
      pre_coursesubject: 'English Composition / Writing'
      pre_coursetitle: 'College English    '
    - pre_courseqtr: '4'
      pre_coursesem: '3'
      pre_coursesubject: 'English Composition / Writing'
      pre_coursetitle: 'English Composition '
    - pre_courseqtr: '4'
      pre_coursesem: '3'
      pre_coursesubject: 'Communication / Speech (Verbal)'
      pre_coursetitle: 'Speech Communication'
    - pre_courseqtr: '8'
      pre_coursesem: '3'
      pre_coursesubject: Math
      pre_coursetitle: 'Calculus (one semester or two quarters required)'
    - pre_courseqtr: '4'
      pre_coursesem: '3'
      pre_coursesubject: Physiology
      pre_coursetitle: 'Human Physiology'
    - pre_courseqtr: '4'
      pre_coursesem: '3'
      pre_coursesubject: 'Biology/Biological Science'
      pre_coursetitle: 'General Biology - Lab Optional'
    - pre_courseqtr: '12'
      pre_coursesem: '8'
      pre_coursesubject: Chemistry
      pre_coursetitle: |
        General Chemistry with Lab 
        
        *If lab was cancelled due to the pandemic, please contact the admissions counselor
    - pre_courseqtr: '12'
      pre_coursesem: '8'
      pre_coursesubject: Chemistry
      pre_coursetitle: |
        Organic Chemistry with Lab 
        
        *If lab was cancelled due to the pandemic, please contact the admissions counselor
    - pre_courseqtr: '4'
      pre_coursesem: '3'
      pre_coursesubject: Other
      pre_coursetitle: |
        Elective 1 - Must be from one of the following areas:
        
        - Economics 
        - Anatomy
        - Statistics
        - Physics
        - Other Upper Science Division course
    - pre_courseqtr: '4'
      pre_coursesem: '3'
      pre_coursesubject: Other
      pre_coursetitle: |
        Elective 2 - Must be from one of the following areas:
        
        - Speech/Debate  
        - Social Sciences 
  lor_acc_radio: 'Yes'
  lor_c1a_radio: 'No Answer'
  lor_c1b_text: ''
  lor_c1c_radio: ''
  lor_c2a_radio: 'No Answer'
  lor_c2b_text: ''
  lor_c2c_radio: ''
  lor_details: |
    Two letters of reference are required, and a third letter is recommended. 
    
    A letter is preferred from a science professor whose course you have completed or did research with. The remaining letter(s) should be from people who know you well, but that are not related to you.
    
    For applicants who have pharmacy experience, a letter from a pharmacist is highly recommended.
  lor_likert:
    Clergy: ACCEPTED
    Co-Worker: ACCEPTED
    Employer: ACCEPTED
    'Faculty Advisor': ACCEPTED
    'Family Member': 'NOT ACCEPTED'
    Friend: 'NOT ACCEPTED'
    'Health Care Professional': ACCEPTED
    Pharmacist: ACCEPTED
    Politician: 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
  lor_num_radio: '2'
  nonp_deadline: ''
  notify_title: |
    EXCITING NEWS….WESTERNU COP HAS TRANSITIONED TO AN INNOVATIVE 3.5 YEAR PROGRAM!!!  FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT DR. PATRICK CHAN (chanp@westernu.edu). 
    DON’T FORGET TO REQUEST FOR OUR $60 APPLICATION COUPON CONTACT DANIELL MENDOZA (dwitsoe@westernu.edu).
  observation_hours_done:
    - 'Yes'
  old_id: '501'
  online_classes_for_prereqs:
    'Non-Science Course Prerequisites': 'Yes'
    'Science Course Prerequisites with Labs': 'Yes'
    'Science Course Prerequisites without Labs ': 'Yes'
  online_classes_open_text: ''
  online_interview_option: '2'
  pass_fail_classes_for_prereqs:
    'Non-Science Course Prerequisites': Varies
    'Science Course Prerequisites with Labs': Varies
    'Science Course Prerequisites without Labs ': Varies
  pass_fail_classes_open_text: 'We will accept a grade of Pass for prerequisites taken during the Spring and Fall 2020 only.'
  pcat_and_other_tests_done:
    - 'Yes'
  pd_deg_pref: Preferred
  phar_observation: NR
  phar_other_info: ''
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  post_bs_additional_info: ''
  post_bs_degree_abroad: 'No'
  pre_basic_hrs: '25'
  pre_complete: |
    Non-science prerequisites and electives will be waived with a confirmed U.S. baccalaureate degree at the time of application (does not include Calculus). 
    
    It is preferred to have all Science courses and AP Credit Test Scores completed no more than ten years prior to planned date of matriculation. 
    
    All prerequisite courses must be completed by the end of the spring term (May/June) prior to matriculation.
  pre_other: 'The Admissions Committee considers applicants with a minimum of two years of college (60 academic semester hours or 90 quarter hours) of pre-pharmacy study at an accredited college or university Pre-pharmacy courses taken from vocational or technical schools are not accepted. Candidates who have received or will receive a baccalaureate degree or who have completed units in excess of the minimum required will be considered more favorably than applicants who have fulfilled only minimum requirements.  Non-science prerequisites and electives will be waived for students who have a confirmed baccalaureate degree at the time of application (does not include calculus).  The recommended minimum cumulative pre-pharmacy and science grade point average (GPA) is 2.75 at the time of application. Grades of C- in any of the prerequisite courses are not accepted. Courses and AP Credit Test Scores must be completed no more than ten years prior to planned date of matriculation.'
  pre_pharmacy_coursework_options: '2 years'
  pre_pharmacy_coursework_other: ''
  pre_quarter: '90'
  pre_quarter_science: ''
  pre_semester: '60'
  priority_deadline_incentives: ''
  program_deadline_done:
    - 'Yes'
  program_description: |
    We are pleased to announce that WesternU COP is the first college of pharmacy in California to transition to an accelerated 3.5 year program! As a student in our 3.5 year program, you will have numerous advantages over other pharmacy programs such as:
    (1)	Graduating in December 2028, 6-months ahead of students from other pharmacy programs.  
    (2)	Taking the licensure board exams (NAPLEX and CPJE) ahead of students from other schools.   
    (3)	Having opportunities to obtain full-time employment 6 months ahead of an estimated 1,000 other students who are graduating the following May. 
    (4)	Completing a research project making yourself more marketable for post-graduate residencies and fellowships. Residency interviews take place in January each year. 
    (5)	Keeping your summers!  Fully immerse in other activities during your summer breaks such as securing pharmacy intern employment to build your career network, visiting our affiliated institutions in Pacific rim countries for student exchanges, participating in summer research with our faculty, or simply relaxing!
    
    At Western University of Health Sciences (WesternU) Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program, our mission is to enroll highly qualified students with diverse backgrounds recognized for professional competence, ethical character, personal initiative, and leadership. Our PharmD program offers: 
    • An innovative block curriculum, the FIRST in the nation in pharmacy education, which allows for mastery of one subject at a time 
    • Curriculum taught by acclaimed faculty with expertise in numerous specialties 
    • Enhanced communication and clinical skills via simulated patient interactions through Objective Structured Clinical Examinations 
    • Interprofessional education promoting collaboration with students from other healthcare professions 
    • Ample opportunities for research experience with NIH and other externally funded faculty 
    
    To learn more, visit our website: https://prospective.westernu.edu/pharmacy/pharmd/
  program_description_done:
    - 'Yes'
  program_info_done:
    - 'Yes'
  program_location: CA
  program_structure: '3.5 years'
  pubpriv_inst: Private
  residency_done:
    - 'Yes'
  res_otherpref_radio: 'No'
  res_otherpref_text: ''
  res_statepref_radio: 'No'
  sa_details: 'Western University of Health Sciences does not require a supplemental application or fee.'
  sa_fee_instructions: ''
  sa_fee_radio: 'No'
  sa_fee_text: ''
  sa_link: ''
  sa_radio: 'No'
  school_city: Pomona
  school_country: US
  school_state: CA
  school_street_1: '309 E. Second Street'
  school_street_2: ''
  school_street_3: ''
  school_zip: '91766'
  seats_target_available_in_upcoming_class: '50'
  short_name: 'Western U Hlth Sci'
  sids:
    - '95'
  stats_classsize: '60'
  stats_early: '0'
  stats_last_filled_seats: '67'
  supplemental_materials_done:
    - 'Yes'
  tests_other_radio: 'No'
  tests_other_tests: ''
  tests_tt_radio: 'Yes'
  tests_tt_text: 'TOEFL, including essay, is required for all applicants submitting course work from foreign schools. A minimum score of 79 for the Internet Based TOEFL (IBT) test must be submitted by June 1 prior to matriculation. Exception: The TOEFL will be waived for permanent and temporary residents of the U.S. who have completed the English and Speech prerequisites from an accredited institution in the U.S.'
  upcoming_entering_class_done:
    - 'Yes'
  what_is_the_priority_application_deadline_for_your_program_: 'January 3, 2025'
  yes_phar_observation: ''