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University of the Pacific - School of Pharmacy

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University of the Pacific was established in 1851 as the first chartered institution of higher learning in California. Since its founding Pacific has earned widespread recognition for its student-centered approach to education, its many firsts and innovations, and the accomplishments of more than 50,000 living alumni.

The Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is located on the campus of the University of the Pacific in Stockton.
The School offers professional and graduate degrees in pharmacy, physical therapy, speechlanguage pathology, and pharmaceutical and chemical sciences.
Pharmacy degree programs offered are the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.), Pharm.D./M.B.A, Pharm.D./Ph.D., and Pharm.D./Master of Science.
UOP provides an outstanding academic environment that combines didactic and experiential learning as a focal point for our students.
UOP holds academic affiliations with major medical centers, teaching hospitals, and related practice settings in support of our educational programs.
The mission of the Pharmacy program is to educate men and women to lead socially useful and productive lives serving the needs of society and the health-related professions.
UOP is committed to providing an environment of academic excellence and social responsibility that facilitates the propagation and acquisition of knowledge related to the provision of pharmaceutical care and the disciplines in pharmacy education.
UOP recognizes a responsibility to professional and graduate students, practitioners, educators, scientists and others to provide the necessary skills and opportunities for their lifelong learning in a student centered environment.
Faculty advance knowledge through research and professional involvement. They provide their special expertise toward solving the challenges facing pharmacy, the health-related professions and society.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

Required Courses		Sem Hrs
English Composition (two courses)		6
General Chemistry w/Lab (one year)		8
Organic Chemistry w/Lab (one year)		8
General Biology w/Lab (one year)		8
Calculus		3
Physics w/Lab		4
Microbiology (one semester, no lab)		3
Public Speaking		3
Psychology (introductory or abnormal)		3
Macroeconomics		3
Category IC-Internat'l or Intercultural Studies		3
Category IIB-Fundamental Human Concerns		3
Category IIC-Practice and Perspective in the Arts		3
Liberal Arts Units (not math or science based)		28

Application requirements, access to the Pharmacy College Application Service (PHARMCAS) and the supplemental application may be obtained by visiting the University of the Pacific Web site: www.pacific.edu.
Students interested in applying to the Doctor of Pharmacy program must apply through PHARMCAS. To be considered for admission applicants must:
1. be able to complete all prerequisite coursework prior to the date of enrollment in the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy,
2. have a satisfactory grade point average based on all courses attempted,
3. forward supplemental application materials to the University of the Pacific Office of Admissions.
In addition to the above requirements, eligible applicants will be invited to the campus for interviews and must complete a writing sample.
Successful applicants must demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and aptitude to enter a caring profession.
Students are admitted once a year in the fall. Applications and supplemental materials must be submitted by January 1. Applicants are evaluated by the Admissions Committee on potential academic abilities, communication skills, and adaptability of the profession of pharmacy.

Accreditation Status
Full

Admitted Student Profile

2006

Average: 3.14
Range: 19-42
Admitted-Ratio: 6.3:1

ADDRESS

Office of Admission, University of the Pacific
3601 Pacific Avenue
Stockton, California 95211
800-959-2UOP
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