University of New England

Program Information

Degree Offered

PharmD

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The College offers the Doctor of Pharmacy as the professional degree that prepares students for careers as pharmacists in a variety of practice settings. A minimum of two years of undergraduate pre-professional education is required for admission. The Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree is awarded after successful completion of four years of professional study in the College of Pharmacy located on UNE’s Portland Campus in Portland, Maine. To apply or to learn more about this exciting program, contact the Office of Graduate and Professional Admissions.

Accreditation:

The College of Pharmacy at the University of New England has attained Candidate Status through the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). The final step in the accreditation process is the granting of Full Accreditation for the Doctor of Pharmacy Program by the ACPE Board of Directors after the inaugural class graduates in May 2013.

Eligibility Requirements:

72 Credit hours of specific undergraduate level pre-pharmacy courses.
Maintain a minimum overall GPA of 2.5, as well as a minimum overall GPA of 2.5 for pre-pharmacy math/science course work.
Demonstrate participation in community/campus activites
Complete the Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT) no later than January of anticipated enrollment
Complete the PharmCas application for admission in the College of Pharmacy no later than February 1st 2011.
Submit 2 letters of recommendation. One should be from a pharmacist.
Undergo a criminal background check prior to enrollment
Sucessfully interview with the College of Pharmacy(by invitation only).

# of Credits Required:

148

International Student Requirements:

Applicants from outside the United States should submit their applications together with a finanacial affidavit and TOFFEL scores (if their primary language is not English) at an early date because additional time is required to process these applications. Minnimum TOFFEL scores required by the University of New England: Paper based-550; computer based-213; internet based -79.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Tuition In-State Full Time:

33045 USD

Tuition Out of State Full Time:

33045 USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities II

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Small City

Size & Settings: 1,000 - 4,999