DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARMD) PROGRAM

GENERAL INFORMATION

PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND DEADLINES Originally chartered in 1878, the School of Pharmacy is the oldest of the Univer- In order to be considered for admission to the PharmD program, applicants sity of Pittsburgh’s schools of the health sciences. The School of Pharmacy offers must submit the following by the deadlines specified: a four-year professional pharmacy program leading to the Doctor of Pharmacy 1. An application through PharmCAS, the web-based Pharmacy Col- degree. The program is configured in a program of study that requires two years lege Admission Service www.pharmcas.org of preprofessional courses and four years of professional courses. Students en- 2. Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT) scores (for test dates and rolled in the professional program are full-time students; there are no provisions visit www.pcatweb.info) Submit Code 104 – PharmCAS for part-time enrollment or advanced standing.

The School of Pharmacy is located in the Oakland district of Pittsburgh, amidst (Please visit www.pharmacy.pitt.edu for all deadlines.) UPMC, an internationally renowned academic medical center. UPMC is affili- Interviews are required for selected applicants, by invitation only. ated with all the Schools of the Health Sciences and provides the region’s largest and finest network of tertiary, specialty, and community hospitals. Collectively, TYPES OF ADMISSION these facilities provide one of the nation’s greatest, most complete health centers Pharmacy Guarantee-Freshman Applicants for teaching, patient care, and research. All students must first submit an application to the University of Pittsburgh, PREPROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS Office of Admissions and Financial Aid. For questions regarding Freshman applications, please contact [email protected] or 412-624-PITT Applicants to the School of Pharmacy must have successfully completed, or be (7488). in the process of completing, all prerequisite mathematics and science subjects no later than the spring term of the year of admission. All other preprofessional The School of Pharmacy does not admit freshmen directly to the professional courses should be completed no later than the first day of the fall term of admis- program. Candidates who specify pre-pharmacy on their application, sion. demonstrate academic success in high school, and score 1330 or higher on the Preprofessional courses must be taken for a letter grade. SAT I (Math and Critical Reading sections), with a minimum of 660 in the Math section, will be offered a pharmacy guarantee if available. Students who General Biology (with lab) 8 credits receive the guarantee are expected to perform well in their preprofessional General Chemistry (with lab) 8 credits courses. Organic Chemistry (with lab) 8 credits English Composition 6 credits In order to secure a place in the PharmD Program, Pharmacy Guaranteed Calculus 3-4 credits students must earn: Statistics 3-4 credits • a letter grade of a C or better in all preprofessional courses with no Electives+ 24 credits repeated courses. • a 3.25 or greater overall GPA in preprofessional courses TOTAL 60-62 credits • a 3.25 or greater GPA in the required Math and Science courses NOTE: M ath and Science required courses must be taken at the University of Pittsburgh. (AP credits are acceptable) +At least 9 credits must be in the humanities and at least 9 credits in the social sciences. A course in Public Speaking is recommended. To exercise the Pharmacy Guarantee, applicants must: • submit the Pharmacy College Admissions Test (PCAT) scores A visit to the school is strongly recommended. • submit a completed PharmCAS application and fee • participate in a satisfactory interview prior to School of Pharmacy admission Students who meet these performance criteria will be admitted into the PharmD Program. GENERAL INFORMATION

OPEN ADMISSION FINANCIAL AID All other students admitted to the program through open admission compete for Information on financial aid, tuition and related fees can be obtained through the remaining spaces in the class. The requirements to be considered a competitive Office of Admissions and Financial Aid. applicant for the School of Pharmacy’s professional program are: Office of Admissions and Financial Aid: • Completion of the preprofessional requirements Alumni Hall / 4227 Fifth Avenue / Pittsburgh, PA 15260 • Science GPA of at least 3.0 (412) 624-7488 / Web site: www.finaid.org / e-mail: [email protected] • Submission of the Pharmacy College Admissions Test (PCAT) scores • Submit a completed PharmCAS application and fee Federal, state, and local grants and scholarships are widely available. Students • Selected applicants will be required to participate in a satisfactory should work closely with the University’s financial advisors, who are the best interview (Interviews are by invitation only) source of information. Students should also look outside of the health profes- In addition to regular open admission, PittPharmacy offers the option of sions for support, since they may be able to compete successfully for economi- early decision in the PharmCAS application. cally or academically awarded scholarships from private groups and associations. EVALUATION OF APPLICANTS The School accepts students who have a variety of career expectations and educa- tional experiences. Every effort is made to encourage and recruit students with HOUSING diverse cultural, economic, and social backgrounds. The University of Pittsburgh Housing Services and Panther Central share the goal The Admissions Committee considers evidence of sound scholarship, commu- to provide guidance and services to current and prospective students in a friend- nity involvement, leadership, and communication skills. ly and helpful manner. Housing services is responsible for all housing facilities, room assignments, meal plans, and all other operating functions of the residen- Evidence of sound scholarship includes: tial complexes. Panther Central provides capable and supportive staff to promote living/learning communities within a pleasant and satisfying environment. • Overall preprofessional performance • Performance in required science and math courses Housing Services: • Consistency of performance LitchfieldT owers, 3990 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 (412) 648-1100 / Web site: www.pc.pitt.edu/housing/index.html • Depth and breadth of courses • PCAT score The Housing Resource Center is a University service for students, staff, an d Evidence of community involvement includes, but is not limited to: faculty who are relocating to Pittsburgh. They provide apartment listings and directories, city and neighborhood information, matching services for students • Participation in activities that benefit the community looking for roommates or sublets, lease explanations and analyses, information • Significant involvement in college clubs or groups on hotels, transportation, community services, guides to housing for new and international students, and much more. Evidence of leadership includes, but is not limited to: • Selection to positions of leadership by faculty or peers Housing Resource Center: 127 N. Bellefield Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 • Positions held within an organization (412) 624-6998 / Web site: www.pitt.edu/~property/ • Service as resident or teaching assistant Evidence of communication ability includes, but is not limited to: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION • Performance in speech course University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy Curran Center for Students • Well written personal statement 229 Salk Hall, Pittsburgh, PA 15261 • Extracurricular activities and work experience requiring communi- (412) 383-9000 / FAX: (412) 383-9996 / Web site: www.pharmacy.pitt.edu / cation skills e-mail: [email protected] • PCAT verbal score NONDISCRIMINATION/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION • Interview The University of Pittsburgh, as an educational institution and as an employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, or marital, veteran or handicapped status. This is a commitment made by the University and is in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. SCHOOL OF PHARMACY SCHOLARSHIPS All relevant programs are administered by the Office of Affirmative Action, 901 William Pitt Union, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15260. Students, employees, or applicants should contact the Office of Affirmative Action Students enrolled in the professional PharmD program are encouraged to apply immediately in all cases where discrimination is alleged. For more information call: (412) 648-7860. 5/11/09 for the School of Pharmacy scholarships. The PittPharmacy awarded approxi-mately $600,000 to 142 PharmD students in the 2019-2020 academic year. The criteria for awarding these scholarships are described on the School’s web site at: www.pharmacy.pitt.edu. DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARMD) PROGRAM

PREPROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS - SAMPLE SCHEDULE

YEAR ONE: YEAR TWO:

FIRST TERM THIRD TERM Subject Credits Subject Credits Organic Chemisty I* 3 General Biology I* 3 General Chemistry I* 3 General Biology II Lab* 1 General Chemistry I Lab* 1 Statistics* 3-4 Calculus* 3-4 Electives** 9 English Composition 3 16 - 17 13-14

SECOND TERM FOURTH TERM Subject Credits Subject Credits

General Biology II* 3 Organic Chemistry II* 3 General Biology I Lab* 1 Organic Chemistry Lab* 2 General Chemistry II* 3 Electives** 12 General Chemistry II Lab* 1 17 English Composition 3 Elective 3 Total of 60 - 62 credits 14

*These courses must be completed by the end of the spring term, prior to the fall term in which you plan to begin the professional program. No required math or sciences course can be taken the summer before entering the professional program. All remaining courses must be completed prior to the fall term entry into the professional program.

**Please see reverse side of this sheet for the distribution of elective courses that must be followed.

ACCEPTABLE STATISTICS COURSES: Applied Statistics Methods (STAT 1000) OR Basic Applied Statistics (STAT 0200)

ACCEPTABLE CALCULUS COURSES: Acceptable courses MATH 0220, 0230, and 0240 (Analytic Geometry and Calculus 1, 2, and 3) Business calculus will NOT be accepted (MATH 0120, MATH 0125, MATH 0126) DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARMD) PROGRAM

PREPROFESSIONAL - DISTRIBUTION OF ELECTIVE COURSES

24 CREDITS

3 COURSES HUMANITIES Linguistics (9 CREDITS) Africana Studies Music Classics Philosophy Communication Public Service English Religious Studies Film Studies Studio Arts Theatre Arts Foreign Language Departments History of Art & Architecture History and Philosophy of Science

3 COURSES SOCIAL SCIENCES Legal Studies (9 CREDITS) Anthropology Political Science Economics Psychology Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies Sociology Geography Neuroscience Courses: History Brains and Behavior, Jewish Studies Drugs and Behavior

2 COURSES Additional Elective Courses may include: Calculus 2 or 3 and/or Statistics (6 CREDITS) Social Sciences, Humanities, Natural Sci- (STAT 1151, 1152, or any 1200) ences (Astronomy, Biological Sciences, course which would be in addition Chemistry, Computer Science, Geology to the requirements previously and Planetary Science, or Physics) listed.

Note: Anatomy & Physiology and Biochemistry are part of the PharmD curriculum; therefore, they are NOT eligible to be used as prerequisites. UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SCHOOL OF PHARMACY

DOCTOR OF PHARMACY CURRICULUM

Term 1 Course No. Units Term 2 Course No. Units Professional Year 1 Pharmacist Patient Care 1: Process & Skills PHARM 5110 3 Pharmacist Patient Care 2: Skills & Environments PHARM 5111 4 Community Health 1 PHARM 5112 1 Community Health 2 PHARM 5113 1 Anatomy & Physiology 1 PHARM 5114 3 Anatomy & Physiology 2 PHARM 5115 3 Biochemistry 1 PHARM 5116 3 Biochemistry 2 PHARM 5117 3 Principles of Drug Action PHARM 5118 4 Dosage Form Design & Delivery PHARM 5219 4 The Emerging Professional PHARM 5120 1 Case Conference Series 2 PHARM 5121 1 Case Conference Series 1 PHARM 5122 1 Total 16 Total 16 Professional Year 2 Nonprescription Therapies & Self-Care Practice PHARM 5210 3 Drug Literature Analysis & Evaluation PHARM 5211 3 Community Pharmacist Practice 1 PHARM 5212 1 Community Pharmacist Practice 2 PHARM 5213 1 Pharmacotherapy of Infectious Disease 1 PHARM 5214 4 Pharmacotherapy of Infectious Disease 2 PHARM 5215 4 Pharmacotherapy of Cardiovascular Disease PHARM 5216 3.5 Drug Discovery & Development PHARM 5119 4 Pharmacokinetics & Drug Response PHARM 5218 3.5 Gastroenterology/Nutrition PHARM 5223 2 Case Conference Series 3 PHARM 5220 1 Case Conference Series 4 PHARM 5227 1 Total 16 Total 15

Professional Year 3 Health System Pharmacy 1 PHARM 5312 1 Safe Medication Use & Pharmacoeconomics PHARM 5311 2 Immunology PHARM 5314 2.5 Health System Pharmacy 2 PHARM 5313 1 Pulmonology/Rheumatology PHARM 5316 2 Oncology/Hematology PHARM 5315 2 Endocrinology PHARM 5318 3 Neurology/Psychiatry PHARM 5319 4 Population Health and Management PHARM 5320 2 Critical Care & Nephrology PHARM 5321 2 Pharmacy Law PHARM 5322 2 Case Conference Series 6 PHARM 5323 1 Case Conference Series 5 PHARM 5324 1 Professional Elective 3 Professional Elective 3 Total 16.5 Total 15 Professional Year 4 Spans 3 semesters (SUMMER, FALL, SPRING) with several options for units earned per semester. Total of 40 weeks. Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience 1 PHARM 5401 5 Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience 5 PHARM 5405 5 Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience 2 PHARM 5402 5 Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience 6 PHARM 5406 5 Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience 3 PHARM 5403 5 Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience 7 PHARM 5407 5 Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience 4 PHARM 5404 5 Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience 8 PHARM 5408 5 UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SCHOOL OF PHARMACY

DOCTOR OF PHARMACY DEGREE - COURSE DESCRIPTIONS (YEAR 1 )

PROFESSIONAL YEAR 1 Pharm 5117 – Biochemistry 2 Pharm 5110 - Pharmacist Patient Care 1: Process & Skills Course builds on principles introduced in Biochemistry 1. First portion of course covers topics in Pharm 5111 – Pharmacist Patient Care 2: Skills & Environment molecular biology and gene regulation, particularly as they relate to the etiology and treatment of Supports students’ development of competence in four major areas: clinical skills, the psychosocial disease. Second portion of course covers the intermediary metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, dimensions of pharmacy practice, managing as a professional pharmacist, and professional inquiry. and lipids. Emphasis is placed on errors of intermediary metabolism responsible for human disease. Pharm 5112 & 5113 – Community Health 1 and 2 Pharm 5118 – Principles of Drug Action Field-based experiences that provide students with opportunities to examine the role of pharmacists Introduces students to basic principles of drug-receptor interactions, drug design and development, in the community. Students work with community agencies that provide essential services to under- pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, and structure-activity relationships. Through cases analy- served populations. Students are expected to develop communication skills and an awareness of the ses and problem sets students apply these principles to basic therapeutic problems. skills and attitudes required to practice pharmacy. Pharm 5114 & 5115 – Anatomy and Physiology 1 and 2 Pharm 5120– The Emerging Professional A two-course sequence that provides an integrated presentation of human anatomy and physiology. Course is designed to stimulate the development of professional attitudes and behaviors and an un- Information about each system is presented to explain the processes involved in homeostasis so that derstanding of the opportunities within the pharmacy profession. Professionalism, ethics, manage- students will develop an understanding of the working of the entire human body. Wherever appro- ment of self, and the profession of pharmacy are themes of the course. priate, information about mechanisms of action of selected drugs is presented. Pharm 5116 – Biochemistry 1 Enables students to appreciate the chemical processes that govern the function of living systems, Pharm 5122 & 5121 – Case Conference Series 1 & 2 the molecular basis of disease, the biochemical rationale for the therapeutic use of drugs, and the Developed in collaboration with term courses to provide additional opportunities for each student to biochemical basis of clinical diagnostic procedures. develop and enhance a cohesive, consistent and comprehensive approach to the patient care process. Knowledge & skills for emphasis include, but not limited to, retrieval & critical evaluation of quality healthcare information, patient assessment, clinical decision making, development of pharmaceutical care plans, verbal & written communication with patients & other health care providers, & profes- sional behaviors. Patient case activities reinforce the knowledge & skills introduced in concurrent courses within the term, as well as reinforcing previously-learned scientific & patient care principles, skills, and knowledge.

Pharm 5219 – Dosage Form Design & Delivery A systematic study of the physio-chemical principles involved in the development of pharmaceutical dosage forms. Students are expected to demonstrate mastery of pharmaceutical calculations. UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SCHOOL OF PHARMACY

DOCTOR OF PHARMACY DEGREE - COURSE DESCRIPTIONS (YEAR 2 )

PROFESSIONAL YEAR 2 Pharm 5223 – Gastroenterology/Nutrition Pharm 5210 - Nonprescription Therapies & Self-Care Practice Students demonstrate and apply concepts of pathophysiology, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, Pharm 5211 -Drug Literature Analysis & Evaluation and therapeutics in the evaluation and treatment of selected gastrointestinal diseases and states of Supports students’ development of competence in four major areas: clinical skills, social science in nutritional deficiency. Students develop the ability to design, monitor, and refine safe and cost- pharmacy, managing as a professional pharmacist, and professional inquiry. effective treatment plans and provide appropriate information to patients, caregivers, and health Pharm 5212 & 5213 – Community Pharmacist Practice 1 and 2 professionals. Field-based experiences that provide students with opportunities to develop proficiency in carry- ing out the pharmaceutical care process. Students are expected to develop basic dispensing and Pharm 5119 – Drug Discovery & Development counseling skills and collect and interpret data from the practice site. Students practice inquiry skills Traces the development of drugs from discovery through the early stages of the drug approval pro- by generating questions from their practice site that are answered using a systematic approach for cess. Introduces students to a variety of drug sources including natural and synthetic sources, and answering drug-related questions. drugs manufactured using biotechnology. Alternatives to drugs, including gene therapy are also dis- Pharm 5214 & 5215 – Pharmacotherapy of Infectious Disease 1 and 2 cussed. Students learn principles of drug analysis, drug metabolism and the drug approval process. Introduces students to the organisms responsible for infectious diseases, the epidemiology and pathophysiology of infection, the immunology of host defenses, the major classes of antibiotics and anti-infectives useful in the therapy and prophylaxis of disease, and the thought process leading to cost-effective and safe antimicrobial drug use. At the end of the course, students are expected to be able to select and monitor treatments of various bacterial, fungal, and viral infections. Pharm 5216 – Pharmacotherapy of Cardiovascular Disease Provides a comprehensive evaluation of the pathophysiology and treatment of cardiovascular dis- ease. The pharmacology and therapeutic use of cardiovascular drugs is presented in relation to the management of hypertension, coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmia, thromboembolic disorders, and acute myocardial infarction. Pharm 5218 – Pharmacokinetics & Drug Response Provides students with more advanced understanding of the mathematical relationships that describe the rate and extent of drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and elimination. Students are ex- pected to be able to design rational therapeutic regimens that account for inter-individual variations in absorption, distribution, metabolism and elimination.

Pharm 5220 & 5227 – Case Conference Series 3 & 4 Developed in collaboration with term courses to provide additional opportunities for each student to develop and enhance a cohesive, consistent and comprehensive approach to the patient care process. Knowledge & skills for emphasis include, but not limited to, retrieval & critical evaluation of quality healthcare information, patient assessment, clinical decision making, development of pharmaceutical care plans, verbal & written communication with patients & other health care providers, & profes- sional behaviors. Patient case activities reinforce the knowledge & skills introduced in concurrent courses within the term, as well as reinforcing previously-learned scientific & patient care principles, skills, and knowledge. UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SCHOOL OF PHARMACY

DOCTOR OF PHARMACY DEGREE - COURSE DESCRIPTIONS (YEAR 3 - YEAR 4)

PROFESSIONAL YEAR 3 change, access to essential medicines, health care reform, payment structures, business planning, Pharm 5311 – Safe Medication Use and Pharmacoeconomics personal and professional management, human resources, advocacy, emergency preparedness, safety nets, cultural competency, and global health. Supports students’ development of competence in four major areas: clinical skills, the psychosocial dimensions of pharmacy practice, managing as a professional pharmacist, and professional inquiry. Pharm 5321 – Critical Care & Nephrology Students learn about the legal regulation of pharmacy practice, the principles of pharmacoeconom- Students integrate knowledge and skills to design, monitor, assess and refine safe and cost-effective ics, drug use and disease state management, and institutional pharmacy systems and practice. treatment plans, as well as design appropriate information materials for patients, caregivers, and health professionals. Expanding on knowledge of disease states and therapies reviewed in previous or Pharm 5312 & 5313 –Health System Pharmacy 1 and 2 concurrent courses, students will be challenged in “capstone” experiences to manage pharmaceutical Field-based experiences that provide students with opportunities to observe and participate in care problems in ambulatory, acute care, and critical care settings. institutional practice activities such as drug distribution and preparation, evaluating and monitoring Pharm 5322 – Pharmacy Law patient-specific therapies, pharmacy systems, quality assessment, and formulary control. Course is focused on pharmacy law, with a focus on general concepts of constitutional law and an Pharm 5314 – Immunology overview of the legal process in the United States. Students will learn by analyzing statutes, regula- Students demonstrate and apply concepts of pathophysiology, medicinal chemistry, pharmacol- tions, and case law examples. The areas covered will include laws and regulations relevant to phar- ogy, and therapeutics in the evaluation and treatment of selected diseases of the immune system. macy practice, civil liability including malpractice, and some business-related legal material. Students develop the ability to design, monitor, and refine safe and cost-effective treatment plans and Pharm 5324 & 5323 – Case Conference Series 5 &6 provide appropriate information to patients, caregivers and health professionals. Developed in collaboration with term courses to provide additional opportunities for each student to Pharm 5315 – Oncology/Hematology develop and enhance a cohesive, consistent and coprehensive approach to the patient care process. Students demonstrate and apply concepts of pathophysiology, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, Knowledge & skills for emphasis include, but not limited to, retrieval & critical evaluation of quality and therapeutics in the evaluation and treatment of various types of cancer and diseases of the blood. health care information, patient assessment, clinical decision making, development of pharmaceuti- Students develop the ability to design, monitor, and refine safe and cost-effective treatment plans and cal care plans, verbal & written communication with patients & other health care providers, & profes- provide appropriate information to patients, caregivers, and health professionals. sional behaviors. Patient care activities reinforce the knowledge & skills introduced in concurrent Pharm 5316 – Pulmonology/Rheumatology courses within the term, as well as reinforcing previously-learned scientific & patient care principles, Students demonstrate and apply concepts of pathophysiology, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, skills, and knowledge. and therapeutics in the evaluation and treatment of selected pulmonary and rheumatic diseases. Students develop the ability to design, monitor and refine safe and cost-effective treatment plans and PROFESSIONAL YEAR 4 provide appropriate information to patients, caregivers and health professionals. Pharm 5401 – 5408 – Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience 1-8 Pharm 5318 – Endocrinology Field-based experiences that provide students with opportunities to develop mastery of the pharma- Students demonstrate and apply concepts of pathophysiology, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, ceutical care process in patient-care settings. Students are required to register for 1 acute care, 1 am- and therapeutics in the evaluation and treatment of selected disorders of the endocrine system. bulatory care, an additional acute or ambulatory care, 1 advanced institutional practice, 1 advanced Students develop the ability to design, monitor and refine safe and cost-effective treatment plans and community pharmacy practice, and 3 elective rotations. provide appropriate information to patients, caregivers, and health professionals. Pharm 5319 – Neurology/Psychiatry Students demonstrate and apply concepts of pathophysiology, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, and therapeutics in the evaluation and treatment of selected neurological and psychiatric disorders. Students develop the ability to design, monitor, and refine safe and cost-effective treatment plans and provide appropriate information to patients, caregivers, and health professionals. Pharm 5320 – Population Health and Management Course focuses on the United States health system and its connection to the pharmacist, principles of management and business for the pharmacist, and public health pharmacy. Core concepts addressed will include: Health disparities, program development and evaluation, health literacy, health behavior DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARMD) PROGRAM

ADMISSION CALENDAR

IMPORTANT APPLICATION DATES TO REMEMBER:

PharmCAS - January

ADMISSION’S CALENDAR FOR FALL TERM

May - September (Upon Completion of Freshman Year of College) • Register to take the PCAT exam (recommended July and / or September) and have scores sent to PharmCAS, code 104. Applications are not complete until PCAT scores are received. Only completed applications are eligible for review and an interview. NOTE: Scores from the January PCAT test will not be received until after interviews.

July - November • Begin PharmCAS application and submit by January deadline. NOTE: It is highly recommended that you submit your application by November 1. It takes approximately 3 - 4 weeks for PharmCAS to verify applications once e-submitted and transcripts are received.

September - October • Download Transcript Request Form from PharmCAS and submit a transcript request to ALL institutions attended. It is recommended to request that transcripts be submitted to PharmCAS in September. ALL transcripts must be received by January deadline.

September • Take the PCAT exam and have scores sent to PharmCAS, code 104.

January • Deadline to e-submit PharmCAS application. Official transcripts and the three (3) required recommendations must be received by PharmCAS.

December 15 – January 20 • As soon as fall grades are posted, update your fall grades on your PharmCAS application and send your official fall tran- scripts to PharmCAS. Download a Transcript Request Form from PharmCAS and submit to the institution where fall grades were obtained. NOTE: Fall grades cannot be updated until PharmCAS verifies and mails your application to us. If you waited until the January deadline to e-submit, you will not be able to update fall grades.

• To eliminate any unforeseen problems, it is recommended that you submit your application early (ie November 1). This will ensure that if any issues arise, they can be investigated and resolved before the January deadline.

October - February • Completed applications will be considered for interviews. Interviews will be offered by invitation only. ADMISSION CALENDAR

March 1 • Admissions decisions are finalized and all applicants are mailed their status. You must formally accept our offer of admis- sion. Accepted and waitlisted applicants must submit a spring grade report as soon as grades are posted. Official tran- scripts must be submitted to the School of Pharmacy by June 1.

June • Admitted students must confirm summer class schedule if it differs from what was specified on the PharmCAS applica- tion.

For current deadline dates visit: www.pharmacy.pitt.edu DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARMD) PROGRAM

TAKING INTEREST IN PHARMACY SCHOOL

AWARENESS • Learn about the opportunities in pharmacy. • Speak with pharmacists working in the field to gain a better understanding of the rewards and challenges in the field. • Collect and review information from schools of pharmacy as well as pharmacy professional organizations. • Volunteer or shadow a pharmacist at a local hospital or in a community pharmacy to get a first hand glimpse of pharmacists in action. • Attend recruitment programs offered by the pharmacy program to learn more about careers in pharmacy, the curriculum and admissions requirements.

INVESTIGATION • Research prospective colleges on the Web or contact colleges. • Learn about the curriculum, features of the PharmD program, faculty, services, and opportunities for students.

PARTICIPATION • Demonstrate commitment to the field of pharmacy by participating in pre-pharmacy and pre-health organizations on cam- pus; these organizations provide a great way to learn about the field and meet other students with similar interests. • Establish a record of service to others through volunteering, extracurricular involvement, leadership roles, tutoring, and active membership in service organizations.

PREPARATION • Develop a plan for completing the academic prerequisites for admission. • Take the initiative to get to know your instructors; develop good relationships so you can ask for a positive letter of recom- mendation. • Study hard -- there is no substitute for good grades! A strong academic record is one indication that you are prepared for the rigor of pharmacy school. • Demonstrate your potential to carry a full academic load (14 to 16 credits/units per term) including higher level courses. • Get help with academics, if needed. Seek out on-campus resources, including tutors, instructors, and academic support centers for help with skills in communication and studying. Your peers are also a great support group. • Demonstrate a good balance between your academic and personal life. TAKING INTEREST IN PHARMACY SCHOOL

APPLICATION • Review PharmCAS " Preparing to Apply" on how to best prepare for the PharmCAS admissions process. • Complete all application materials accurately and professsionally and as early as possible. Pay close attention to details such as policies, procedures, due dates, and deadlines. • Take time to develop your personal statement; be certain that your essay and answers are clearly written. Each word counts! • If there are extenuating circumstances that have affected your education and academic achievement (e.g. working while in school, family responsibilities, emergencies), be sure to communicate these challenges as you complete your application. • List extracurricular activities (high school, college, community) and any leadership positions. • Communicate with schools promptly and professionally. Make sure contact informtion is up-to-date and indicates the best way or means to reach you. Check your designated email routinely to ensure that you do not miss an important message from schools. DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARMD) PROGRAM

TUITION RATES FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2019–2020

TUITION IN THE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCE (PRE-PHARMACY):

In state: $18,672 a year Out of State: $32,656 a year

TUITION IN THE PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL OF PHARMACY (PHARMD):

In state: $32,770 a year ; Fees: $1,662 Out of State: $37,678 a year; Fees: $1,662

TUITION IN THE PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL OF PHARMACY (PHARMD)SUMMER TERM

Students enrolled in the PharmD program are eligible to take additional credits (up to 19 credits during Fall/Spring and up 5 credits during the Summer) with no additional tuition charges.

Fees for students enrolled part-time up to 5 credits in the summer term are $479

Fees for all P4 students enrolled in summer term rotation(s) are $647

WEB SITES TO VISIT:

• School of Pharmacy: www.pharmacy.pitt.edu

• RxPrep (prepharmacy organization): https://sites.google.com/site/pittandrxprep1/

• Pharmacy College Admission Test: www.pcatweb.info

• PharmCAS: www.pharmcas.org

• Cool Pittsburgh: www.coolpgh.pitt.edu

• Pharmacy is Right for Me: pharmacyforme.org

• American Pharmacists Association Career Option Profiles:https://www.pharmacist.com/career-option-profiles

• AACP Coooperative Admisssions Guidelines: https://www.aacp.org/resources/students/cooperative-admissions-guide- lines