Candidates who apply by the priority deadline will receive a rapid response on their status. They also may have access to additional funding opportunities.
I would like to mark this section as done.What is the minimum requirement of pre-pharmacy coursework for matriculation into your professional Doctor of Pharmacy program?
Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions? Not Required Program Structure: Pharm.D. Program Curriculum What is the structure (e.g., length) of your Pharm.D. program curriculum? Alternative Options: Early Assurance Does your program offer an Early Assurance program for admissions? Alternative Options: Affiliation or Articulation AgreementsDoes your program have affiliation or articulation agreements with undergraduate institutions for admissions? Contact the program directly for additional details.
Alternative Options: Bachelor’s Degree While EnrolledDoes your program offer a student the ability to complete their bachelor’s degree while enrolled in the Pharm.D. program?
Alternative Options: Pathways Does your program offer alternative pathways to Pharm.D. degree completion? I would like to mark this section as done.The Chapman University School of Pharmacy (CUSP) offers an accelerated Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) Program that can be completed in less than 3 years (33-months). The year-round program consists of eight trimesters with breaks between each term.
Ideally situated in Irvine, CUSP is located at the Rinker Health & Sciences Campus in the heart of Orange County, California. The campus features high-tech classrooms and research labs that allow our highly accomplished faculty to implement a flipped classroom and team-based teaching model while providing world-class discovery experiences for every student. CUSP offers a highly effective personalized educational experience that instills deep scientific foundations of therapeutics and prepares students for flawless care emphasizing patient safety.
Our diverse student body and faculty combined with our small class sizes make it possible for students to meaningfully connect with the entire CUSP community. Our student-centered culture has established a familial environment where students feel valued and supported. Administration, faculty, and staff care deeply about our students and their success, both during the program and after they graduate.
CUSP's Pharm.D. Program has received full accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Pharmaceutical Education (ACPE) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. We encourage you to learn more at http://www.Chapman.edu/pharmacy.
Program Description Video: I would like to mark this section as done.While we do not require a minimum GPA, qualified candidates generally have cumulative, prerequisite, and Science GPA's above 3.0.
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: Total number of basic science college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: Provide any additional information regarding credit hour policies for applicants:Please feel free to contact us at pharmacyadmissions@chapman.edu for an unofficial transcript review prior to application. We can let you know your prerequisite status, which will help you as you create an enrollment plan.
I would like to mark this section as done.| Course Subject | Course Title | Semester Hours (Min) | Quarter Hours (Min) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biology/Biological Science | General Biology 1A w/lab | 4 | 6 |
| Biology/Biological Science | General Biology 1B or Biology alternative (Biochemistry, Human Genetics, or Molecular Biology preferred) | 3 | 4 |
| Anatomy | Human Anatomy w/lab | 4 | 6 |
| Physiology | Human Physiology w/lab | 4 | 6 |
| Microbiology | Microbiology | 3 | 4 |
| Chemistry | General Chemistry w/lab | 8 | 12 |
| Chemistry | Organic Chemistry w/lab | 8 | 12 |
| Math | Calculus | 3 | 4 |
| Statistics | Statistics | 3 | 4 |
| Social/Behavioral Science | Psychology or Sociology | 3 | 4 |
| Economics | Economics (Micro or Macro) | 3 | 4 |
| Communication / Speech (Verbal) | Speech | 3 | 4 |
| English Composition / Writing | English Composition | 3 | 4 |
| General Elective(s) | Electives (History, Political Science, Sociology, or Psychology preferred) | 6 | 8 |
When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)?
All prerequisites should be completed no later than August 1, 2025. Can applicants use online classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?We will accept online coursework from accredited institutions with the exception of Science labs (except Human Anatomy) and Speech courses. Please contact the Pharmacy Admissions team (pharmacyadmissions@chapman.edu) to verify coursework eligibility.
Can applicants use pass/fail classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?We do not accept Pass/Fail courses. However, we can consider courses taken for Pass/Fail in Spring and Summer 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please contact the Pharmacy Admissions team to verify eligibility.
Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites:- A course must have a grade of C or better to meet a prerequisite requirement (C- or lower not accepted).*
- Speech cannot be taken online and must include public speaking component.*
- Online lab courses are not accepted, with the exception of Human Anatomy.*
*Due to the COVID-19 crisis, we will temporarily consider online courses and Pass/No Pass grades in the Spring 2020 and Summer 2020 terms. Please contact us to verify eligibility.
- AP Credit accepted for Biology with AP or IB Exam score of 5.
- AP Credit accepted for Calculus (AB), English Composition, Economics, and Statistics with AP or IB Exam score of 4.
- AP Credit accepted for Calculus (BC), Psychology with AP or IB Exam score of 3.
- If you are taking courses at an institution on the quarter system, please ensure courses meet minimum unit requirements.
- For Anatomy and Physiology, you cannot mix A&P courses with stand-alone Anatomy and/or Physiology courses.
Does your institution require applicants to submit a supplemental application or supplemental materials directly to the institution and outside of PharmCAS?
Supplemental Application Fee: Will your institution require a supplemental application fee? I would like to mark this section as done.Do you accept or consider any standardized tests? Do not include immunization requirement or other similar documentation requirements.
I would like to mark this section as done.If you've selected "Conditionally Accepted," please post the criteria you require and all necessary information for the applicants.
For select pre-pharmacy programs, we may accept a faculty committee letter to count as one recommendation.
Does it count as more than one evaluation? Composite Letters: What is your college/school policy on composite letters? Not Accepted Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations:Two letters of recommendation are required. We would like to see one from a math or science professor and another from a health care provider (pharmacist, doctor, etc) who can speak to your interest in and readiness for the pharmacy profession. If you cannot obtain one of each, we will accept any combination of these two types of letters.
I would like to mark this section as done.Chapman requires evaluation of foreign transcripts be conducted by World Educations Services (www.wes.org).
Non-native speakers must submit official TOEFL scores?If the TOEFL is required for non-native English speakers, provide additional details about the requirement below:
The TOEFL may be required for Canadian citizens from non-English speaking provinces. Please contact the Pharmacy Admissions team to determine your status.
Post-B.S. Pharm.D. Programs for Current Pharmacists Licensed in the U.S.:Does the institution offer a post-B.S. Pharm.D. program for current pharmacists who are already licensed in the U.S.?
Programs for Foreign-educated Pharmacists without a U.S. License:Does the institution consider foreign-educated pharmacists WITHOUT a U.S. license for admission to the entry-level Pharm.D. program?
I would like to mark this section as done.Interview day typically occurs on Fridays from 8:30 AM to 12:30 pm. There will be a small number of interviews that are held on different days of the week to better accommodate candidate schedules. Interview days start with an information session, a short welcome from school leadership, and a tour of the Rinker Health Sciences Campus. After the tour, applicants will participate in individual interviews with faculty and a group session that will focus on communication and team-based skills. The day will conclude with a closing presentation.
I would like to mark this section as done.A non-refundable $300 deposit will be due within 14 days of receiving admission letter to reserve a spot in the class.
Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class: Additional details for accepted applicants:The Office of Student Affairs will provide details on all requirements prior to the start of classes. The office frequently communicates with deposited students to ensure they are fully aware of all requirements such as immunizations, background check, drug screening, intern license application, and transcript submissions.
Are accepted applicants required to have CPR certification prior to matriculation? I would like to mark this section as done.Is your institution participating in the PharmCAS-facilitated Criminal Background Check (CBC) Service?