Eight consecutive academic quarters in residence are normally require. In addition a clinically oriented research project must be completed and a concurrent residency in Clinical Pharmacy Practice must also be completed. Clinical Pharmacy Residency Requirement. A residency program which is concurrent with the Doctor of Pharmacy degree program must be completed. Admission to Candidacy.
Candidates normally hold a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Pharmacy degree.
Exceptional students may enter the program following successful completion of 2 years pre-pharmacy and 2 years of the professional curriculum. A minimum grade point average of 3.0 is normally required. The College Doctor of Pharmacy Committee must approve each candidate's course of study. The Doctor of Pharmacy Committee in cooperation with the department chairperson will appoint an academic advisor for each candidate. The advisor shall be a member of the Clinical Pharmacy faculty.