Pharmacy Practice - Admission Requirements

Admission to the graduate program in the Department of Pharmacy Practice is limited to recent graduates demonstrating a high level of academic performance during their undergraduate education and to pharmacists demonstrating a high level of performance in professional practice.

A Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or a Doctor of Pharmacy is normally the minimum degree requirement for admission to the program. Applicants must take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Whenever possible, an interview is recommended to assess the student's communicative ability, commitment, and motivation for graduate work. Furthermore, within the formal application procedure, the prospective student will be asked to submit a short essay ("statement of purpose") describing his or her career goals and reasons for pursuing graduate study at Purdue University. This essay may be mailed to the Department or sent by e-mail as listed below.

Applications will be processed only after all required materials have been received by the Department of Pharmacy Practice Graduate Affairs Committee. Students are normally admitted for study beginning with the fall academic semester. Occasionally a student will be considered for admission beginning with the spring semester if space is available in the program. Complete applications must be received by December 1 to receive consideration for fellowship opportunities. However, all applicants are encouraged to complete their applications by November 1 to maximize their consideration for admission and financial support. Materials should be submitted as early as possible. Applications from international students received after March 1 will not be reviewed for fall semester admission. Students may check on the status of their applications by contacting the Department graduate secretary (Phone: (765) 494-1468) or the Graduate Chair, Joseph Thomas III (e-mail: phpr_grad_prog@pharmacy.purdue.edu). Applications may be submitted on-line via the Purdue University Graduate School.

For additional information and FAQ about admissions and applications, see the school page on graduate admissions.

For information on specific requirements regarding graduate study in the Department of Pharmacy Practice, contact:

Joseph Thomas III, Ph.D.

Chairman, Graduate Affairs Committee

Department of Pharmacy Practice

575 Stadium Mall Drive

Purdue University

West Lafayette, IN 47907-2091

Phone: (765) 494-1468

E-mail: phpr_grad_prog@pharmacy.purdue.edu