Degree Overview
The Doctor of Pharmacy program at Regis University is a 2+4 format meaning that applicants must complete a minimum of 2 years (68 semester hours) of prerequisite coursework prior to applying to the four year professional program. Admission to the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) program is competitive. Applicants do not have to earn a Bachelors degree prior to applying to the Doctor of Pharmacy program at Regis University; however, many applicants to the program will have a Bachelors and/or Masters degree prior to applying.
The presence of a School of Pharmacy in the Rueckert-Hartman College for Health Professions provides our undergraduates with a special opportunity. While the School of Pharmacy does not offer an early assurance program for entrance into the Doctor of Pharmacy program, Regis University pre-pharmacy students are afforded a guaranteed opportunity to participate in interviews for admission provided they have completed at least three semesters of full-time study at Regis, meet minimum admission requirements and have maintained a GPA of 3.0 or higher in their prerequisite mathematics and life sciences courses. Additionally, pre-pharmacy students can participate in the pre-pharmacy club on campus, and are assigned an advisor from the Rueckert-Hartman College for Health Professions.
Rapid growth of the health care and pharmaceutical industries, especially for the growing elderly population, has created strong, increasing demand for trained pharmacists. A career in pharmacy offers opportunities to advance health care and health sciences so people can live stronger, healthier lives. It's also a career that offers great pay and flexibility.
Pharmacists provide pharmaceutical care in a variety of settings. Most visible is the community pharmacist who practices in the local, independently-owned pharmacy, chain pharmacy, pharmacy department in a food or discount store, or professional health center. Other practice opportunities exist for pharmacists in hospitals, home health care, nursing homes and extended care facilities, neighborhood health centers, and health maintenance organizations. In all these practice settings, pharmacists are responsible for direct patient care. They manage systems designed to assure that each patient receives the appropriate medication in the correct form and dosage, at the correct time, and that the patient understands the intended and proper use of the medication.
Pharmacists are also employed by firms that discover, develop, and produce chemicals, prescription and nonprescription drugs, and other health products. Pharmacists in the pharmaceutical industry conduct research, develop and market products, maintain quality control, and administer programs. (Taken from the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy)
Pharmacy Program Prerequisites
| Natural Sciences and Mathematics |
44 SH |
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| General Biology and Lab I |
4 SH |
| General Biology and Lab II |
4 SH |
| General Chemistry and Lab I |
5 SH |
| General Chemistry and Lab II |
5 SH |
| Organic Chemistry and Lab I |
5 SH |
| Organic Chemistry and Lab II |
5 SH |
| Microbiology and Lab |
4 SH |
| Calculus I |
4 SH |
| Human Anatomy and Lab |
4 SH |
| Human Physiology and Lab |
4 SH |
| Written and Oral Communication |
6 SH |
| English Composition |
3 SH |
| Speech Communication |
3 SH |
| Social Sciences |
9 SH |
| Psychology |
3 SH |
| Sociology |
3 SH |
| Social Science Elective |
3 SH |
| Other |
9 SH |
| Economics |
3 SH |
| Philosophy |
3 SH |
| Religious Studies |
3 SH |
| Total Pre-Professional Requirements |
68SH |
Due to the dynamic nature of knowledge in the biological and chemical sciences, there is a seven year limit on those prerequisite courses. However, this time limit may be waived if the applicant has a prior bachelor’s degree or higher. Applicants with such a prior degree and who have completed the prerequisites will be reviewed on an individual basis.
Pharmacy credits obtained at another school or college of pharmacy are not eligible for transfer to the Regis University School of Pharmacy. If you have questions about transfer of credit from another academic institution, please contact:
Rueckert-Hartman College for Health Professions
Office of Admissions and Student Operations
Andrea Neri
303.964.5526
Email
REREQUISITES TAKEN AT REGIS UNIVERSITY
See our Pharmacy Prerequisite List to view the Regis prerequisite coursework for the Doctor of Pharmacy program. Course numbers and course titles at Regis University are listed for undergraduate students. Courses are displayed in a suggested sequence for those who plan to complete the prerequisites in two years. Prerequisites may change, please consult your advisor to discuss your course schedule and view the latest prerequisite courses.
Accreditation
Accreditation Disclosure Statement
The Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredits Doctor of Pharmacy programs offered by Colleges and Schools of Pharmacy in the United States and selected non-US sites. For a Doctor of Pharmacy program offered by a new College or School of Pharmacy, ACPE accreditation generally involves three steps: Precandidate accreditation status, Candidate accreditation status, and Full accreditation status. Precandidate accreditation status denotes a developmental program that is expected to mature in accord with stated plans and within a defined time period. Precandidate accreditation status is awarded to a new program of a College or School of Pharmacy that has not yet enrolled students in the professional program and authorizes the School to admit its first class. Candidate accreditation status is awarded to a Doctor of Pharmacy program that has students enrolled but has not yet had a graduating class. Full accreditation status is awarded to a program that has met all ACPE standards for accreditation and has graduated its first class. Graduates of a class designated as having Candidate accreditation status have the same rights and privileges of those graduates from a fully accredited program. ACPE conveys its decisions to the various boards of pharmacy and makes recommendations in accord with its decisions. It should be noted, however, that decisions concerning eligibility for licensure by examination or reciprocity reside with the respective state boards of pharmacy in accordance with their state statutes and administrative rules.
The Doctor of Pharmacy program of the Regis University School of Pharmacy was awarded continued Candidate accreditation status during the June 20-24, 2012 meeting of the ACPE Board of Directors based upon an on-site evaluation conducted March 27-28, 2012, and discussion with the University and School officials. If the program continues to develop as planned, full accreditation of the Doctor of Pharmacy program will be considered by the Board following the graduation of students from the program.
The Regis University School of Pharmacy will graduate its first Doctor of Pharmacy class in May 2013.
Regis University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.
Commission URL: http://www.ncahlc.org/
Commission Phone: 312-263-0456
For further information about the accreditation process visit http://www.acpe-accredit.org/students/default.asp or send an inquiry to
ACPE
135 N LaSalle St.
Suite 4100
Chicago, Il 60603
Accreditation Timeline
- March 2008 - Submit Precandidate application to ACPE (Application submitted March 12, 2008)
- June 2008 - ACPE decision regarding authorization of an on-site evaluation for fall 2008 (On-site evaluation granted at the June 18-22, 2008 ACPE Board meeting)
- Fall 2008 - ACPE initial on-site evaluation to assess readiness for Precandidate status (On-site evaluation on November 5-7, 2008)
- Spring 2009 – ACPE on-site evaluation to assess readiness for Precandidate status (On-site evaluation on April 23-24, 2009)
- March 2, 2009 - Application deadline for students enrolling in the first class for fall 2009 (Applications completed for fall 2009 class)
- June 2009 - ACPE considers Precandidate application and on-site evaluation for a decision regarding Precandidate accreditation status. Precandidate status is a one year designation. (Precandidate status granted at the June 24-28, 2009 ACPE Board meeting)
- Fall 2009 - First class begins pharmacy coursework
- Spring 2010 - ACPE on-site evaluation to assess readiness for Candidate status(On-site evaluation on April 21-23, 2010)
- June 2010 - ACPE decision regarding granting of Candidate accreditation status. Candidate status is a two year designation. (Candidate status was granted at the June 23-27, 2010 ACPE Board Meeting.)
- April 2011 - Interim report to ACPE for review and consideration at the June 2011 ACPE Board meeting
- June 2011 - ACPE evaluation of the interim report and continuation of Candidate accreditation status
- Academic Year 2011-2012 - Focused on-site evaluation to assess continuation of Candidate accreditation status
- Spring 2013 - ACPE on-site evaluation prior to assess readiness for Full Accreditation status
- Spring 2013 - First class of students graduates
- June 2013 - ACPE decision regarding granting of Full Accreditation status