Idaho State University – Online Pharmacy & Pharmacy Technician Degrees

DESCRIPTION

The College of Pharmacy, an agent of the State of Idaho, is a nationally-recognized, state-wide program for the education of pharmacy practitioners in the delivery of pharmaceutical care.

  • The mission includes the preparation of pharmacy practitioners and pharmaceutical scholars of tomorrow by educating those who improve health care through advancing pharmaceutical care and the discovery of knowledge. 766-6120The College of Pharmacy at Idaho State University (ISU) is located in Pocatello, Idaho. A state-supported institution, ISU boasts smaller class sizes, more individualized instruction, and more opportunity for student involvement.
  • The College of Pharmacy’s program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education and the College holds membership in the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy.
  • Students within the College of Pharmacy may participate in a number of pharmacy related clubs and organizations. These organizations are designed to enhance the student experience and prepare the student for a lifetime of professional involvement.
  • University-related activities include varsity and intramural sports, outdoor recreation, musical and theatrical productions, and numerous social activities.
  • Student support services including academic tutoring, health and counseling services, and programs to aid economically/ socially disadvantaged students are also available.
  • On-campus housing is an option for all students at ISU. Various types of housing and meal plans are available to accommodate almost any need.
  • All units are furnished and local phone and cable services are provided. More information can be obtained by contacting the University Housing Office.


CURRICULUM

The College of Pharmacy offers a six-year doctor of pharmacy degree. The curriculum is arranged with two preprofessional years of general studies followed by four years of professional study in the College of Pharmacy.

  • The professional curriculum includes three years of academic courses and forty-two weeks of clerkships.
  • Students should clearly understand that they may be required to complete at least part of their last two years at a site other than Pocatello.
  • Personal expenses, including travel, food, and lodging while enrolled in off-campus components of the programs, are the student’s responsibility.
  • Traditional clerkship sites have been established in Idaho and Nevada. Other clinical sites throughout the U.S. and Canada can be approved provided that they meet the requirements specified by the faculty of the College.
  • The College of Pharmacy also offers a Nontraditional Doctor of Pharmacy program. This academic program is intended for practitioners holding a bachelor’s degree in pharmacy who desire the opportunity to earn the doctor of pharmacy (Pharm.D.) without returning full-time to the campus.
  • The practitioner/student will complete individualized didactic course requirements through correspondence, using video-taped lectures, detailed syllabi, textbooks and web-based case studies.
  • At the completion of all didactic requirements, the practitioner/student will be required to complete 18 weeks of clerkships.
  • It is recommended that students in the Nontraditional Doctor of Pharmacy program complete all didactic courses within three calendar years after enrolling in the program. Before beginning clerkships, a second on-campus visit is required during which the student must complete a comprehensive examination of the didactic curriculum.
  • A physical assessment practicum will also be administered at this time. Following successful completion of these evaluations, students will be given one calendar year to complete the clerkship requirements.
  • Every effort will be made to place each student in an appropriate clerkship site convenient to their residence; however, the right must be retained to assign a student to a site away from his/her residence if local accommodations are not available or will not meet the requirements specified by the faculty of the College.

PHARMCAS | Application Deadline

No Feb 01

PCAT

No

TUITION

  • 2004 State Resident: 5340 Non-Resident: 15740 Fees Mandatory: 0 Optional: 660
  • 2005 State Resident: 9760 Non-Resident: 20780 Fees Mandatory: 72 Optional: 780
  • 2006 State Resident: 11300 Non-Resident: 23140 Fees Mandatory: 100 Optional: 0
  • 2007 State Resident: 9832 Non-Resident: 19311 Fees Mandatory: 934 Optional: 0

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

The prepharmacy curriculum for resident and transfer students must include the general education requirements as described for an ISU bachelor of science degree and at least the following:
  1. two semesters of general chemistry,
  2. two semesters of organic chemistry,
  3. two semesters of anatomy and
  4. physiology (or one semester of anatomy and one semester of cell biology),
  5. one semester of physics,
  6. one semester of biology or zoology,
  7. one semester of microbiology,
  8. one semester of calculus,
  9. and one semester of economics.

Applicants are required to complete a minimum of 60 hours of actual pharmacy experience prior to applying for admissions to the Doctor of Pharmacy program. Pharmacy experience can be gained through shadowing, volunteering or working in a paid position within a pharmacy. Hours must be documented and verified by a supervising pharmacist. Admission to the Pharm.D. program is competitive; the minimum grade point average in all previous college courses must be 2.5 or above. Fulfillment of the specific requirements does not ensure admission to the college.

  • Doctor of pharmacy students wishing to transfer from another college of pharmacy must present the following materials to the Office of the Associate Dean of the college of Pharmacy:
  • A letter certifying good standing by the dean of the college of pharmacy previously attended.
  • All official transcript(s) showing that the prepharmacy requirements of Idaho State University have been completed,
  • A letter to the associate dean requesting evaluation of class standing.
  • Students applying to the nontraditional Pharm.D. program must hold a valid pharmacy license in one of the states or territories of the U.S. or a valid pharmacy license in one of the provinces or territories of Canada.
  • There is no minimum cumulative GPA required for the program. Students are encouraged to apply regardless of present residence, but admission priority will be given to individuals who practice in Idaho.
  • Accreditation Status
  • Full

Admitted Student Profile

2006

  • Average: 3.66
  • Range: 19-51
  • Admitted-Ratio: 8.5:1

ADDRESS

Idaho State University – College of Pharmacy
921 South 8th Ave

Campus Box 8288
Pocatello, Idaho 83209-8288
208-282-4597

Visit: Idaho State University – College of Pharmacy
http://www.pharmacy.isu.edu


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