Admissions

UCSF School of Pharmacy

Admissions Overview

This section describes the admissions cycle and application process for the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree program at the UCSF School of Pharmacy.

Fall 2010 Admissions Cycle Is Open

The admissions filing period for fall 2010 admission opened on Wednesday, July 1, 2009 and will close on Monday, November 2, 2009. Today is Saturday, July 4, 2009.

Minimum GPA: 2.80

To be eligible to apply, applicants must have a minimum, cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.80 as calculated by PharmCAS as of the Monday, November 2, 2009 deadline. For information about GPA ranges of admitted students, see About the Students and Applicants.

Application Process

The application process consists of 4 steps:

Minimum Eligibility Requirements
The Application
The Interview Process
After Applying

Continue to the Application Process or see more Information for Prospective Students.

Get the inside scoop!

Admissions Director Joel W. Gonzales tells it like it is in his blog Reports From The Pharm. Nothing in the blog is required reading for the application process, but you're likely to find valuable tips that can ease your journey. Subscribe .

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Jan 20	A Successful Interview Day: Expectation Meets Preparation
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About the Students and Applicants

Who is offered admission?
How many are accepted?

About the Program

What is the curriculum?
What is the cost of study?
What are my housing options?
What financial aid is available?
Is there an advanced standing program?