College of Pharmacy Admissions Process

Anna Mraz ~ Admissions Coordinatormrazx002@umn.edu

Admissions Criteria• Academic Achievement (GPA, PCAT, course selection, courseload)

• Work Experience

(pharmacy experience desired but not required)

• Community service, leadership, extracurricular activities

• Recommendations

• Application Essays

• On-campus interview

• Understanding of and commitment to the profession of pharmacy

• Diversity factors to include: academic background, professional background, race / ethnicity, geographic diversity, first generation college student, challenging or disadvantaged background, and ability in multiple languages

General Biology 1 course

Microbiology 1 course

Human Anatomy 1 course (if combined with Physiology, then 2 courses)

Calculus 1 course

General Chemistry 2 courses (or sufficient to qualify for Organic Chem.)

Organic Chemistry Full academic year

Physics Full academic year

English Composition 2 courses

Behavioral Sciences 2 courses (Psychology, Sociology)

Economics 1 course

Public Speaking 1 course

Pre-pharmacy Courses

Early Decision

• Minimum GPA: 3.60• Deadline: September 1• High rate of acceptance

International Applicants

• Submit a U.S. evaluation of foreign courses to PharmCAS.

• Foreign coursework is NOT included in the PharmCAS GPA – but will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

• Submit a TOEFL test score (if English is not your primary language)

A Complete Application Has:• An application form filed with PharmCAS

– All transcripts submitted to PharmCAS– PharmCAS application fee– PCAT score

• A supplemental application filed with the College of Pharmacy – 3 recommendations– Application fee

• All application materials must be received by the application deadline!

Application Deadlines• Early Admissions Applications:

September 1, 2005

• General Pool Applications: February 1, 2005

• PCAT test dates for 2004-2005: • November 20, 2004• January 22, 2005 (last test we’ll accept for 2005 applications)• June 25, 2005 (last test we’ll accept for 2006 early decision

applications)

Frequently Asked Questions

QQ: What is the job market for Pharmacists?A: Given the severe shortage of pharmacists, the outlook is very good.

Q: Where should I take my pre-pharmacy courses?A: Pre-pharmacy courses may be taken at any accredited college.

Q: Where can I get more exposure to pharmacy?A: Phar 1001, 1003, 5201• Volunteer at a pharmacy• Job Shadow at a pharmacy• Pre-Pharmacy clubs – for U of MN students. Contact Tara Belter –

belt0041@umn.edu

2004 Admissions Statistics• 582 applications

– 200 applications could not be considered• 164 students accepted (Twin Cities and Duluth)• Average GPA = 3.57

– Range 3.08 – 4.00• Average PCAT composite score: 82%• Average Age: 23 yrs.

– Range 19 – 43 yrs.• 72% Minnesota residents• 68% female

Financial AidFinancial Aid• 90% of college tuition is paid via student loans 90% of college tuition is paid via student loans

(subsidized & unsubsidized)(subsidized & unsubsidized)• The college awards $250,000 in scholarships The college awards $250,000 in scholarships

each year. Avg. scholarship amount is $1,200each year. Avg. scholarship amount is $1,200• Avg. debt of 2004 graduates was $82,000Avg. debt of 2004 graduates was $82,000• All US citizens and permanent residents are All US citizens and permanent residents are

eligible to receive US sponsored financial aideligible to receive US sponsored financial aid• Aid is not contingent upon the income of Aid is not contingent upon the income of

parents.parents.• Call the Health Sciences Financial Aid Office at Call the Health Sciences Financial Aid Office at

612-624-4138 with any further questions.612-624-4138 with any further questions.

College of Pharmacy ~Office of Student Services

(612)624-94905-110 Weaver-Densford Hall

phaross@umn.edu