About the Students
Though the nearly 500 student pharmacists in the PharmD program represent diverse backgrounds and experiences, they share a common commitment to patient care and to gaining as much as they can from their pharmacy education. Students' active involvement in student organizations and in the community creates a rich and vibrant environment for learning and professional development. Students contribute to a culture of collaboration both inside and outside the classroom and a thriving student life.
Upon graduation, 65% of our students pursue, and are highly competitive for, postgraduate training or education in the form of residencies, fellowships, or advanced degrees.
Meet our students
Meet some of our PharmD students in Student Profiles:
Total PharmD Enrollment |
488 students |
|---|---|
Class size |
122 students for each class year |
Ethnicity |
51% Asian/Asian-American
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Residency |
85% from California
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Admitted student profile
The UCSF School of Pharmacy is committed to admitting PharmD students who have diverse cultural, economic, and social backgrounds. Although grade point average is an important factor, it is not the sole reason for acceptance. In addition to intellectual and academic competence, the School's admissions committee considers communication skills, leadership ability, community service, health care-related or research experience, and motivation for pursuing a career in pharmacy.
Typical entering class profile
Based on the class entering in fall 2012
Low |
Average |
High |
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|---|---|---|---|
Cumulative grade point average (GPA) |
2.66 |
3.60 |
4.00 |
Prepharmacy GPA |
2.62 |
3.55 |
4.00 |
Quarter overall units |
92 |
138 |
296 |
Student life & organizations
The development of pharmacy leaders is central to the mission of the PharmD program and UCSF student pharmacists excel in leadership and community service. More details: Student Life & Organizations.
Go to: PharmD Degree Program
