Pharmacy

Pharmacists are health professionals who dispense drugs and provide patients with information about the drugs their doctors have ordered for them. Pharmacist responsibilities include a range of care for patients from dispensing medication to monitoring patient's health and progress, providing education to consumers and patients on the use of prescriptions and over-the-counter medications, and advising physicians, nurses, and other health professionals on drug decisions. Pharmacists have an in-depth knowledge of the chemistry of various drugs, how they react in humans, and how they interact with each other. Pharmacists must accurately measure and package medicine to ensure safe dosage.  

Pharmacists must have a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) which is a three-five year professional degree. Once pharmacists are licensed, they typically work in pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, and research facilities. Currently, there are 129 U.S. based colleges and schools of pharmacy with accredited professional degrees.

  • Professional Associations and Resources

  • How do I apply to pharmacy school?

  • Do I need to take a entrance exam?

  • Where can I find resources to help me study for the entrance exam?

  • What are the prerequisites for applying to pharmacy school?

  • Local Programs

  • Sample Timeline - Traditional 4 Year

  • Sample Timeline - Accelerated 3+ with RFUMS

  • Volunteering and Shadowing Opportunities

  • Into what pharmacy programs have DePaul students been recently admitted?

  • What is considered a competitive GPA and entrance exam for pharmacy programs?

  • Additional Resources

It is important for students to check each school's requirements carefully as some schools will require information not listed above. For more information about a specific program, please contact the school directly. ​