Pharmacy Scholarship and Financial Aid Resources

In addition to Regis University's generous financial aid packages, including institutional scholarships and grants available to you, we recommend exploring some of the following scholarship opportunities unique to pharmacy students:

American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP)

American Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education (AFPE)

National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) Foundation

Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) Professional Student Exchange Program


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Please note: All scholarship amounts and eligibility criteria are subject to change.

SCHOLARSHIP NAME/AMOUNT ELIGIBILITY ADDITIONAL CRITERIA SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

AACP Social and Administrative Sciences (SAS) Section Summer Research Exchange Mentorship Program Award

$2,500 (plus summer mentorship program)

 Interested students should complete the program application and upload a copy of their Curriculum Vitae (CV.) One letter of recommendation from a home school mentor/advisor is also required; mentors will be contacted with instructions for uploading their letter upon submission of a complete application Program application has additional questions to complete Visit https://www.aacp.org/resource/aacp-social-and-administrative-sciences-sas-section-summer-research-exchange-mentorship

APhA Foundation Pharmacists Mutual Community Pharmacy Scholarship

$1,750
  • Complete at least one academic year in the professional sequence of courses.
  • Earn a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent grading system) in professional coursework during pharmacy school.
  • Be an active member in APhA-ASP for students located in the US and Puerto Rico. The applicant must show participation in his or her chapter's activities but is not required to hold a leadership position.
  • Previous APhA Foundation Student Scholarship recipients are not eligible; however, previous applicants that did not receive a scholarship are welcome to reapply.
 The Pharmacist Mutual Community Pharmacy Scholarship is to be awarded to pharmacy students annually who have demonstrated academic excellence and a commitment to advancing the future of community pharmacy in the United States. The scholarship will be based on evidence of a commitment to contributing to the advancement of community pharmacy with consideration of applicant’s academic achievement, outstanding student leadership, pharmacy association involvement and community service. All applicants will be required to submit an essay of up to 500 words describing how the applicant would help in the future to advance community pharmacy patient care. Visit https://www.aphafoundation.org/about-scholarships/pharmacists-mutual-community-pharmacy-scholarship

APhA Foundation Student Scholarship Program

$1,000-$1,500
  • Complete at least one academic year in the professional sequence of courses.
  • Earn a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent grading system) in professional coursework during pharmacy school.
  • Be an active member in APhA-ASP for students located in the US and Puerto Rico. The applicant must show participation in his or her chapter's activities but is not required to hold a leadership position.
  • Previous APhA Foundation Student Scholarship recipients are not eligible; however, previous applicants that did not receive a scholarship are welcome to reapply.
 There are 21 individual awards - some may have additional specific critera. For example, the Charlie Thomas Award requires student to be a member of PLS. Review individual award criteria in the application link. Visit https://www.aphafoundation.org/student-scholarships

ASHP Student Leadership Award

$2,000
  • Applicants must be full-time pharmacy students enrolled in a professional Doctor of Pharmacy program at an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy.
  • Applicants must be an ASHP member in good standing.
  • Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of a least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent grading system).
  • Applicants must have completed at least one academic year in their professional pharmacy program.
  • Students who have received an ASHP Student Leadership Award in the past or who are currently serving on an ASHP Council, the Commission on Affiliate Relations or the Pharmacy Student Forum Executive Committee are not eligible to apply.
 To be considered for the SLA, you will be expected to submit the following:
  • A completed Professional Activities questionnaire.
  • An essay of no more than 750 words conveying your thoughts on how, as a student leader, you would increase awareness and understanding of the emerging roles, care delivery models, and practice settings for pharmacists in the year 2030 among student colleagues. This should include a discussion of why the Practice Advancement Initiative is important for students and specific types of activities or programs that you believe would be most effective.
  • Three letters of recommendations: one from a faculty member, one from a pharmacist practitioner, and one from a student peer.
  • Three corresponding Recommendation Forms signed by each recommender.
  • A resume or curriculum vitae.
  • A completed Certification and Acceptance signature page.
 Visit https://www.ashp.org/about-ashp/awards/student-awards/ashp-student-leadership-award

CVS Health Bilingual Scholarship

$1,000

 The CVS Annual Pharmacy Scholarship was established in December 2012 with an annual gift from CVS Caremark Charitable Trust. The purpose of the scholarship is to provide scholarships to pharmacy students.
  • Good academic standing.
  • Interest in a career in community pharmacy practice.
  • Selection regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation or national origin.
  • The scholarship shall not be used to replace other sources of financial aid for recipients.
  • More information on application process will become available in Worldclass
 Selected by Regis Faculty

Dennis Mantas Memorial Scholarship

$5,000

 The Dennis Mantas scholarship is availale to NCPA members only. Winners will be selected externally from Regis University and University of Colorado pharmacy students. Visit Awards and Scholarships page in WorldClass

Gateway to Research Awards

$5,000

For Pharm.D. and undergraduate students

Each application must include:

  • online application completed through Formsite completed jointly by the student and mentor
  • two recommendations, completed on Formsite by mentor and an additional faculty member
  • official current transcript sent by the registrar to AFPE, either electronically or by mail. 

The awards are given to individuals who, in the judgment of the scientific review panel, have met the following criteria:

  • recommended by a faculty member
  • demonstrated superior academic performance
  • submitted a proposed research topic that is relevant
  • provided a comprehensive mentorig plan -submitted lettersof recommendation
  • have shown interest in scientific research

Visit https://afpepharm.org/index.php/gateway-to-research-awards/

JP Opioid Interaction Awareness Alliance Scholarship

$1,250

For current P1 and P2 students

  • Application form
  • resume
  • statement of intent
  • letter(s) of recommendation
  • unofficial transcript
  • interview
  • 3.0 or higher GPA
  • maintain "good standing" with Regis School of Pharmacy
  • Application and material submitted through Worldclass but winners are interviewed and selected externally
 To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must donate 20 hours per semester to the JP Opioid Interaction Awareness Alliance Scholarship. If awarded the scholarship, submit short essay summarizing your experience after the year. Visit Awards and Scholarships page in WorldClass

Kaiser Permanente Kent M. Nelson Clinical Pharmacy Scholarships

$4,000

To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must:

  • be a current P2 student
  • demonstrate interest in clinical pharmacy practice
  • have strong communication skills
  • plan to complete a post-PharmD residency and pursue a career in clinical pharmacy
  • have evidence of involvement in community service and/or student/professional organizations (e.g. ASHP-ASP, Rho Chi, etc)
  • show academic achievement
  • evidence of financial need is not required
 Application and material submitted through Worldclass but winners are selected externally. Visit Awards and Scholarships page in WorldClass

NCPA Foundation J.C. and Rheba Cobb Memorial Scholarship for Excellence in Government Affairs

$2,000

 Demonstrate interest in clinical pharmacy practice.
  • Demonstrated Interest In Government Affairs: The applicant must provide a separate one-page description of his or her demonstrated interest in government activities. These qualities will be measured by the required supporting documents.
  • Leadership Qualities: Potential candidates will be evaluated by the NCPA Foundation Scholarship Committee on the basis of leadership qualities and accomplishments with a demonstrated interest in independent pharmacy, as well as involvement in extracurricular activities. These qualities will be measured by the required supporting documents.
  • Academic Achievement: Scholastic success is a necessary condition for consideration and will be measured using college transcripts.
 Visit https://www.ncpafoundation.org/scholarships/

NCPA Foundation Neil Pruitt Sr. Memorial Scholarship for Entrepreneurism

$2,500

 Strong communication skills.
  • Demonstrated Interest in Entrepreneurism:  The applicant must provide a description of his or her demonstrated interest in entrepreneurism. These qualities will be measured by the required supporting documents.
  • Leadership Qualities: Potential candidates will be evaluated by the NCPA Foundation Scholarship Committee on the basis of leadership qualities and accomplishments with a demonstrated interest in independent pharmacy, as well as involvement in extracurricular activities. These qualities will be measured by the required supporting documents.
  • Academic Achievement: Scholastic success is a necessary condition for consideration and will be measured using current college transcripts.
 Visit https://www.ncpafoundation.org/pruitt/

NCPA Foundation Partners in Pharmacy Scholarship

$2,000

 Plan to complete a post-PharmD residency and pursue a career in clinical pharmacy
  • Leadership Qualities: Potential candidates will be evaluated by the PIP Scholarship Committee on the basis of leadership qualities and accomplishments with a demonstrated interest in independent pharmacy, as well as involvement in extracurricular activities. These qualities will be measured by the required supporting documents.
  • Academic Achievement: Scholastic success is a necessary condition for consideration and will be measured using current college transcripts.
  • Demonstrated Interest: Scholarships are awarded to students based on career goals and objectives and established interest in independent pharmacy as a career option"
 Visit https://www.ncpafoundation.org/scholarships/

NCPA Foundation Presidential Scholarship for Academic and Leadership Excellence

$5,000

 Have evidence of involvement in community service and/or student/professional organizations (e.g. ASHP-ASP, Rho Chi, etc) 
  • Leadership Qualities: Potential candidates will be evaluated by the NCPA Foundation Scholarship Committee on the basis of leadership qualities and accomplishments with a demonstrated interest in independent pharmacy, as well as involvement in extracurricular activities. These qualities will be measured by the required supporting documents.
  • Academic Achievement: Scholastic success is a necessary condition for consideration and will be measured using current college transcripts.
 Visit https://www.ncpafoundation.org/

NCPA Foundation - Willard B. Simmons Sr. Memorial Scholarship for Excellence in Pharmacy Management

$2,000

 show academic achievement 
  • Demonstrated Interest Independent Pharmacy Management: The applicant must provide a separate one page description of his or her demonstrated interest in independent pharmacy management and entrepreneurism. These qualities will be measured by the required supporting documents.
  • Leadership Qualities: Potential candidates will be evaluated by the NCPA Foundation Scholarship Committee on the basis of leadership qualities and accomplishments with a demonstrated interest in independent pharmacy, as well as involvement in extracurricular activities. These qualities will be measured by the required supporting documents.
  • Academic Achievement: Scholastic success is a necessary condition for consideration and will be measured using current college transcripts.
 Visit https://www.ncpafoundation.org/

NCPA Foundation Scholarships

$2,000

 The NCPA Foundation recognizes students with demonstrated leadership qualities, academic achievement, and an interest in pharmacy management through scholarships. All NCPA student members are eligible to apply. Visit https://www.ncpafoundation.org/scholarships/

Pharmacists Mutual Scholarship

$3,000
  • Current P3 and P4 students (will be a P3 or P4 in 2024-25 year)
  • Plan to practice in:
    • an independent or small chain community pharmacy or
    • an underserved geographic or cultural community, preferably in an independent or small chain community pharmacy
 Electronic application, college transcript, letter of recommendation , an essay describing their interest, including steps taken to repare themselves for their chosen practice setting or their practice goals after graduation Visit https://phmic.com/scholarship/

RxPlus Annual Pharmacy Scholarship

$1,000

 The purpose of the scholarship is to provide financial assistance to students in the PharmD Program at Regis University to reward students interested in or already pursuing a career as independent pharmacists. Selected by Regis Faculty

TYLENOL® Future Care Scholarship

$10,000 or $5,000

Applicants must meet all of the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

  • Be a resident of the 50 United States, Puerto Rico or the District of Columbia
  • If the applicant is an undergraduate student: must have completed at least one year of undergraduate course study by the Spring of previous year at an accredited two or four-year college, university or vocational/technical school. You must provide proof of enrollment to a health education, medical school, public health, nursing, and/or pharmacy degree program.
  • If the applicant is a graduate student: must provide proof of enrollment to a graduate program in health education, medical school, public health, nursing, and/or pharmacy degree program. Must have one or more years of school remaining
  • Scholarships will be awarded to students and practitioners who are seeking a degree to actively treat patients.

 Employees of Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc., McNeil Consumer Healthcare Division, ISTS, Inc., their affiliates, subsidiaries, advertising and promotion agencies and the families of each are not eligible.

 Visit https://www.tylenol.com/tylenol-future-care-scholarship