Earn Your Doctor of Pharmacy Degree at UW

Pharmacists deliver life-changing healthcare. Their compassionate guidance educates patients on how to make the safest and best use of their prescribed medications. 

The University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy offers a four-year program leading to the Doctor of Pharmacy degree. The practice-ready curriculum prepares passionate students for the challenges they’ll face in their fulfilling careers.

About the Doctor of Pharmacy Program

For over 75 years, the UW School of Pharmacy has advanced the educational and professional development of its students. The patient-centric care process we teach prepares our graduates to offer compassionate care that generates a positive impact on the health and well-being of the communities they serve.  

Graduates leave the UW School of Pharmacy ready to collaborate with other providers on health care teams to optimize patient medication outcomes.

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Candidates must meet certain admission requirements to be considered for the UW School of Pharmacy:

  • Successfully complete all prerequisite coursework with a C or better at an accredited U.S. or Canadian-based institution(s)
  • Submit 2 letters of recommendation
  • Hold a 2.5 GPA or higher to be considered a competitive applicant
  • Provide a copy of their transcript for review by the School of Pharmacy

Please note: We do not accept online coursework, except for COVID-19 related exceptions and the following coursework: Statistics, Calculus and Biochemistry.

View the full list of admission requirements.

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What Can You Do With a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) Degree?

A Pharm.D. degree prepares you to enter practice directly or residency placement. Residencies are where you will gain specialized training in the area that interests you most. UW graduates have gone on to complete their residencies in several focus areas with clinical, institutional and research applications.

Doctor of Pharmacy Careers

  • Pharmacist
  • Consultant Pharmacist 
  • Community Pharmacist 
  • Pharmaceutical Industry Pharmacist 
  • Geriatric Pharmacist 
  • Veterinary Pharmacist 
  • Pharmacist Clinician

 

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Places where University of Wyoming Pharm.D. alumni are making a difference:

  • Various Hospitals 
  • Pain Management Facilities 
  • Pediatric Critical Care 
  • Long-Term Facilities 
  • Pharmacogenomics 
  • US Army 
  • US Public Health Service
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Doctor of Pharmacy Program Highlights

The School of Pharmacy at UW is more than just an academic environment. It’s a chance for future pharmacists to build skills that serve them throughout their careers. Our program offers special opportunities that support and enrich your journey in a multitude of ways. 

Here are just a few of the main highlights that make our program stand apart:

Experiential Education

The experiential education program at the University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy consists of a series of directed pharmacy practice experiences or rotations that occur outside of the traditional classroom setting. These important experiences provide students with an opportunity to apply and practice the knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviors developed from previous and concurrent coursework in a variety of pharmacy practice environments. The experiential education program consists of two components: 1) Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPEs) and 2) Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs).

Dual Degree Opportunity

Looking to leverage your skills and enhance your value when you start your career path? Consider a dual Pharm.D/.Master of Science in Health Services Administration (M.S .HSA) degree. This multidisciplinary graduate program provides pharmacy students with the opportunity to take M.S. HSA classes while in pharmacy school and receive a Master of Science degree without having to add any additional years of schooling. Students acquire leadership decision-making skills along with the skills that are central to four specialty tracks. Check out all our dual degrees

Student Organizations & Clubs

The relationships you form with fellow students can greatly enrich your academic experience and eventual career. Form friendships that last a lifetime through membership in the numerous student-led organizations at the UW School of Pharmacy. As a bonus, students are offered free membership to the Wyoming Pharmacy Association upon enrollment.

Scholarship Opportunities

UW offers a number of pre-professional health scholarships to pharmacy students. Several of these scholarships are given graciously by donors who have seen first-hand the impact their support can have. We offer these opportunities in an effort to minimize the cost of your education because we believe in equitable access. View the full list of available scholarships.

What I remember most when looking back is how truly incredible the people were in that department. Many other schools of pharmacy have very large class sizes and while that can be advantageous in many ways, I am thankful for the intimate nature of this program that allowed for close connections and long-lasting friendships.

- Dr. Hannah Thorfinnson
Class of 2019

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College of Health Sciences

School of Pharmacy

Department 3375, 1000 E. University Avenue

Laramie, WY 82071

Email: uwpharmacy@uwyo.edu