Doctor of Pharmacy

Pharm.D.

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Transformative Pharmacy Education

The Regis School of Pharmacy’s mission is to provide a transformative education that seamlessly transitions students from classroom to career. We use scientifically validated Team-Based Learning to help you develop superior knowledge, critical thinking and communication skills. We provide one-on-one faculty coaching to help our students collaborate to solve real-world problems. As evidenced by our excellent NAPLEX exam outcomes and the success of our students in their chosen fields, this approach develops the whole person and prepares diverse students for lives of service and meaning.

We offer a range of scholarship opportunities to recognize and reward your educational and career achievements, and we'll help you find other forms of tuition assistance like grants and loans. Plus, you get to further your education in Denver, CO—one of the most beautiful and dynamic cities in the United States.

Unparalleled Flexibility

Regis University is one of only three pharmacy schools in the country that offers 3- and 4-year paths to obtaining your Pharm.D.

3-Year Track
Courses are taught on campus in 8- and 16-week terms year-round. This allows you to graduate and enter the workforce a full year sooner! See how each year of classes maps out on the 3-Year Curricular Sequence.

4-Year Track
Courses are taught on campus in 8- and 16-week terms in the fall and spring. Summers are available to explore career options through internships, or just take a break! See how each year of classes maps out on the 4-Year Curricular Sequence.

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Program Snapshot

Program Format
On campus
8- and 16-week terms

Credits for Completion
150 credit hours

Key Dates
Application Opens: mid-July
Priority Deadline: early Feb.
Final Deadline: early June
Program Starts: late Aug.

Pharmacy gave me the perfect balance of not being a frontline health professional, but rather a little more in the background and still involved in patient care.

–Elina Gonnov
Doctor of Pharmacy, 2015

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Name: Elina Gonnov
Hometown: Denver, CO
Major(s) and Graduation Year: Doctor of Pharmacy, 2015

What drew you to Pharmacy and to Regis in particular?
I was always scientifically inclined but wasn’t sure what career path to pursue. I had a family member who was a pharmacist who introduced me to the concept of pharmacy, so I did more research and realized there are so many opportunities in pharmacy. At that time, the field of clinical pharmacy was booming; I also saw how pharmacists are involved in a lot of traditional and non-traditional patient care settings. Pharmacy gave me the perfect balance of not being a frontline health professional, but rather a little more in the background and still involved in patient care.

I looked at a couple [Pharm.D.] options, but I was really drawn to the more intimate and team-based setting at Regis. I thought TBL was a much more engaging way to learn, not the same old boring lecture hall you see elsewhere.

Where do you work now and what is your day-to-day like?
I am an infectious disease clinical pharmacist by training and have worked in a patient care role within an antimicrobial stewardship program. In January of 2023, I was recruited by AstraZeneca to support their division of vaccines and immune therapies as a medical science liaison. In this role, I support and disseminate the science and clinical rationale for the company’s products, serving as a liaison between the product side and the science and health care community. It’s really a 2-way street, with providers also giving me insights to take back to the company and align with our research and development efforts.

In your opinion, what are the greatest strengths of the Pharm.D. program at Regis?
Team-Based Learning and the Regis faculty. Faculty are specifically selected for their roles in the TBL setting, which is instrumental in allowing students to not only complete the program but also find their passion and decide on their post-graduation path. I received a lot of support and engagement that you could never get in a traditional, lecture-based setting.

Do you have any advice for aspiring Regis Pharm.D. students?
Don’t get stuck in certain templates that you think are what you need to or should do or what’s expected — try new things and make mistakes. Mistakes are very important in this process; dabble in everything you can to figure out your path. Do the work and don’t get lazy. People who take the complacent route burn out fast in a path that’s not well suited for them.

The highly-collegial culture allows for faculty to be innovated to teaching each generation of pharmacy student and meeting students where they are.

–Cassandra Hanna
Director of Experiential Education, Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice

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Name: Cassandra Hanna
Title: Director of Experiential Education, Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice
Hometown: Littleton, CO

What kind of professional expertise and knowledge do you bring to the Pharmacy classroom?
I am the only alumni faculty member in the School of Pharmacy so I have not only the undergrad/pre-pharmacy experience, but also the Pharm.D. in-classroom experience to relate to the students.

Additionally, I have an extra certification in pharmacotherapy and currently work as a clinical pharmacist at a local Level-1 Trauma hospital, which allows me to combine real-world expertise with my clinical knowledge. This helps me teach complex topics in a way that is understandable for pharmacy students.

In your opinion, what are the greatest strengths of the Pharm.D. program at Regis?
The ability for students to communicate, collaborate and learn from others in the team-based learning format. Students are accountable for their own learning based on coming to class prepared, having real-world applications to discuss during class, and being able to collaborate and learn how to work on a team which is essential to practicing pharmacy after graduation.

Integrated faculty collaboration is evident — all faculty teach in every area of the curriculum and not only that, the highly-collegial culture allows for faculty to be innovated to teaching each generation of pharmacy student and meeting students where they are.

Students can choose their own pathway — 3 or 4 years to complete their Pharm.D. degree. Few programs allow students to pick this after 1.25 semesters of being enrolled, unlike having to choose before enrollment.

What differentiates the Regis Pharm.D. program from similar programs at other universities?
High residency match rates (clinical electives and residency prep courses), high fellowship match rates (industry certificate program), team-based learning experiences, optimized experiential rotations specific to students’ interests and the 3- or 4-year program students can choose from.

Do you have any advice for aspiring pharmacy professionals or students seeking related career paths?
Pharmacists are more than just “pill counters” — we are the most accessible medical professionals with one of the highest levels of training, including residencies, fellowships and certificates, to ensure we are not only the medication experts, but are life-long learners.

By the Numbers

2 years

payback period for cost of Pharm.D. vs. research B.S.

90%

Residency match rate, compared to 75% national average

79%

NAPLEX first-time pass rate, on par with national average**

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To apply to the Pharm.D. program, you will need:

Completed online PharmCAS application
One letter of recommendation
Official transcripts of all college course work
Application essay
Supplemental questions

All application materials for the Pharm.D. program must be submitted through PharmCAS. Prerequisite course work must be completed prior to matriculation and can be marked "in progress" at the time of application.

All applications are initially reviewed on a rolling schedule for evidence of basic qualifications for admission to the Pharm.D. program, and those qualified will be invited for an on-campus interview. All interviews will be conducted from Sept.-June. Letters of invitation for an interview will specify the date and time. It is the candidate's responsibility to arrange all other commitments to be available on the assigned day and time. There will be limited virtual interviews on a case-by-case basis.

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Tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year: $1,161 per credit hour
Enrollment Deposit: $500*
Total program credits: 150
If admitted, a nonrefundable enrollment deposit is required to hold your position in the Pharm.D. program. The deposit will be applied toward your tuition. Tuition is one part of the overall cost of attendance, which includes all expenses students may have, including basic living costs. For more information about tuition, fees and your estimated cost of attendance, visit our Cost of Attendance for Doctoral Students page. Tuition and fees are subject to change.

Earning your Doctor of Pharmacy from Regis sets you apart and expands your professional network—think of it as an investment in your future. Between scholarship opportunities and financial aid packages, advancing your education is within reach. Regis offers a variety of scholarships, grants and other programs to help you pay for school.

*for domestic students. Contact your admissions counselor for international student deposit information.

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What's Next?

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Learn more about what to expect, from completing the admission process to the next steps for admitted students.

Frequently Asked Questions

We look at a number of factors when evaluating applications, including breadth of educational experience, prior professional and volunteer experience, prior degrees, cumulative grade point average, combined math and life sciences grade point average, letters of recommendation, and writing skills based on your application essay.

The School of Pharmacy does offer an early assurance program for entrance into the Pharm.D. program for Regis University students. Through the Pharmacy Scholars program, Regis University students are afforded an admissions interview waiver, provided they have completed at least three semesters of full-time study at Regis and have maintained a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and 3.0 GPA in their prerequisite mathematics and life sciences courses.

No. Regis University is a pluralistic institution. People from all faith traditions are welcome and treated with respect and dignity. Religious preference is not a screening criterion.

Graduates must successfully pass two examinations prior to entering pharmacy practice.

The NAPLEX^®, or North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination^®, measures a candidate’s knowledge of the practice of pharmacy. It is just one component of the licensure process and is used by the boards of pharmacy as part of their assessment of a candidate’s competence to practice as a pharmacist.

The MPJE^®, or Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination^®, combines federal- and state-specific questions to test the pharmacy jurisprudence knowledge of prospective pharmacists. It serves as the pharmacy law examination in participating jurisdictions and tests a candidate’s mastery of pharmacy law.

The interview day will consist of several activities. Each candidate will participate in multiple mini interviews. This approach allows you to speak with several different faculty members, current pharmacy students and/or practicing pharmacists. Along with the interview, you will be given a guided tour of campus and our pharmacy lab facilities, take the Health Science Reason Test (HSRT) and participate in a Team-Based Learning demonstration. During your visit, you will have the opportunity to chat with both faculty and staff to learn more about our Team-based Learning approach, pedagogy, and Jesuit mission, as well as life as a Regis Student Pharmacist.

The on-time graduation rate for the most recent graduating class: 80% for the class of 2023

The most recent year of NAPLEX^® all-time pass rate as found on the NABP website: 85% for the class of 2022

The residency match rate for the most recent graduating class: 88% for the class of 2023

A Culture of Excellence

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The Doctor of Pharmacy Degree is offered by the School of Pharmacy within the Rueckert-Hartman College for Health Professions.

Regis University School of Pharmacy’s Doctor of Pharmacy program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE).

Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
20 North Clark Street, Suite 2500
Chicago, IL 60602-5109

Telephone: (312) 664-3575
Fax: (312) 664-4652
Website: www.acpe-accredit.org