University of Kentucky
University of Kentucky
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University of Kentucky Quick Facts
| Duration: 4 Years | Courses: 70 | Faculty: 58 |
| Est. Applications: 282 | Acceptance Rate: 49% | Est. Class Size: 139 |
Program Description
The University of Kentucy College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) has a successful tradition as one of the leading pharmacy schools in the country. Established in 1870, the College has been ranked among the top 10 programs for more than 35 years and is currently ranked 6th in the nation by U.S. News and World Report. Graduates of UKCOP rank among the best in the nation in first time pass rates (98% in 2018) on the national licensing exam.
UKCOP provides the type of world-ready education that ensures you will be a leader in the field. Located on a full health care campus with a level 1 trauma center, the Children’s Hospital, and VA hospital, UKCOP is a preeminent institution for clinical pharmacy education.
PharmD Program Highlights
- Public Institution
- No Baccalaureate Required
- $500 deposit to hold acceptance
- Conducts interviews of applicants
- Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
- PCAT composite score Not Required
- Minimum Three (3) Letters of Reference are required
- Utilizes the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
- Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service
Location
Location: 789 S. Limestone, 114K Lee T. Todd, Jr. Building, Lexington, Kentucky 40536-0596
Acceptance Rate for University of Kentucky
49%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 49%
School Demographics (2018)
| Female: 60% | Male: 40% | Age: 18-61 |
Tuition
| Tuition (In-State): | $26,814 | per year |
| Tuition (Out-State): | $51,107 | per year |
| Tuition Fee: | $1,524 | per year |
Requirements
PCAT Score and G.P.A
| Minimum GPA: 2.5 | Average GPA: 2.5 | Minimum PCAT: Optional |
| Program Prerequisites | |
| Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: | 70 |
| Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: | 30 |
| Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: | 130 |
| Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of the: |
Spring 2019 term
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Course Prerequisites Table
| Course Title | Semester/Quarter Hours |
| Biology I and Lab | 4/8-10 |
| Microbiology and Lab | 4/5 |
| General Chemistry and Labs | 8/12 |
| Organic Chemistry and Labs | 8/12 |
| Human Anatomy | 3/5 |
| Statistics | 3/3 |
| Mathematics: Option 1: College Algebra & Elementary Calculus (6-7 semester hours) OR Option 2: Calculus I (4 semester hours) | 4/6 |
| Total | 70/130 |
Letter of Recommendation Requirements
| General Information | Three letters of recommendation are required; at least 1 of the 3 letters should be from a professor or pharmacist. |
| LOR types that are REQUIRED: | |
| LOR types that are RECOMMENDED: | Pharmacist |
| LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED: | |
| Note: please verify the institution specific details regarding CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED LOR types.
Pre-Health Adviser |
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| LOR types that are NOT ACCEPTED: | Clergy, Co-Worker, Family, Friend, Politician |
| Are Committee Letters accepted? | Yes |
| A Committee Letter is: | Conditionally Accepted |
| Does it count as more than one LOR? | Yes |
| Details: | Accepted in addition to letters of reference from a science professor or pharmacist. |
| Are Composite Letters accepted?
Does it count as more than one LOR? |
Conditionally Accepted
Yes |
Interview Information
| Interview Format: | Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI) |
| Interview Dates: | |
| Details: | All interview dates are tentative. Applicants must be invited to interview. Invitations are sent beginning two weeks prior to interview dates. The interview assesses the applicant’s communication skills, confidence, maturity, motivation, character and ability to interact with others. Students selected to interview can expect to spend about 3 hours at the College of Pharmacy. |
Applying
Deadline
March 1, 2022
General School Information
Program
Dual Degree Program? Yes
Part of an academic health center? Yes
Pharmacy observation hours required? No
Supplemental application requirement? No
Baccalaureate degree preferred for admissions? No
Follows the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? No
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No
Pharmacy School Tour Video
Contact Information
Website: http://pharmacy.uky.edu/
Social Profiles
| Facebook https://www.facebook.com/UKCOP/ | Instagram @uk_collegeofpharmacy |