University of Wyoming
University of Wyoming
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University of Wyoming Quick Facts
| Duration: 2-3 Years | Courses: 63 | Faculty: 45 |
| Est. Applications: 131 | Acceptance Rate: 42% | Est. Class Size: 55 |
Program Description
The pharmacy curriculum at the University of Wyoming begins with a two-year preprofessional program followed by the 4-year professional program. The professional program consists of three years of coursework and one year on rotations. The UW School of Pharmacy admits approximately 52 students every fall. Students in the School of Pharmacy have their own special activities and share in the congenial college community. Students may enter the professional program only upon official acceptance by the School of Pharmacy. http://www.uwyo.edu/pharmacy
The Doctor of Pharmacy/MBA is a five year program – four years of Pharmacy studies and one year of MBA core courses. Students spend their first year (Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters) in the MBA program taking core courses and completing a summer experiential project (30 credits). The next four years will encompass the traditional Pharm. D. curriculum, including the MBA Capstone course in Year 2. Students completing this program will earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and a Master of Business Administration degree http://www.uwyo.edu/mba/degree-programs/doctor-pharmacy-dual-degree.html.
PharmD Program Highlights
- Public Institution
- No Baccalaureate Degree Required
- $750 deposit to hold acceptance
- Conducts interviews of applicants
- Participates in Early Decision Program (EDP)
- PCAT composite score Required
- Minimum Two (2) Letters of Reference are required
- No Utilizes the Centralized Criminal Background Check (CBC)
- No Participates in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service
Location
Location: Dept 3375, 1000 E University Ave, Laramie, Wyoming 82071
Acceptance Rate for University of Wyoming
42%: See other Schools with an acceptance rate under 42%
School Demographics (2018)
| Female: 63% | Male: 37% | Age: 18-61 |
Tuition
| Tuition (In-State): | $16,524 | per year |
| Tuition (Out-State): | $34,992 | per year |
| Tuition Fee: | $775 | per year |
Requirements
PCAT Score and G.P.A
| Minimum GPA: N/A | Average GPA: N/A | Minimum PCAT: N/A |
| Program Prerequisites | |
| Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: | 63 |
| Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: | 48 |
| Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: | 55 |
| 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 |
| General Biology w/lab | 4/5 |
| Animal Biology w/lab | 4/5 |
| Calculus | 4/5 |
| Statistics | 4/5 |
| General Chemistry I w/lab | 4/5 |
| General Chemistry II w/lab | 4/5 |
| Organic Chemistry I w/lab | 4/5 |
| Organic Chemistry II w/lab | 4/5 |
| Human Anatomy w/lab | 4/6 |
| Human Systems Physiology w/lab | 4/5 |
| Medical Microbiology w/lab | 4/5 |
| Principles of Biochemistry | 4/3 |
| Total | 63/55 |
Letter of Recommendation Requirements
| General Information | |
| LOR types that are REQUIRED: | |
| LOR types that are RECOMMENDED: | |
| LOR types that are CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED: Teaching Assistant | |
| 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, Friend, Family, Politician |
| Are Committee Letters accepted? | Yes |
| A Committee Letter is: | Recommended but Not Required |
| Does it count as more than one LOR? | No |
| Details: | |
| Are Composite Letters accepted?
Does it count as more than one LOR? |
Recommended but Not Required
No |
Interview Information
| Interview Format: | Individual applicants with two or more interviewers |
| Interview Dates: | |
| Details: | The interview process is approximatley a half day, that includes lunch with current students, a problem solving test, a writing sample, tour of campus and building and a meeting with faculty. |
Applying
Deadline
May 2, 2022
General School Information
Program
Dual Degree Program? Yes
Part of an academic health center? No
Pharmacy observation hours required? No
Supplemental application requirement? No
Baccalaureate degree preferred for admissions? No
Follows the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? Yes
Is preference given to in-state applicants vs. out-of-state applicants? No
Pharmacy School Tour Video
Contact Information
Website: http://www.uwyo.edu/pharmacy
Social Profiles
| Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WyomingPharmacy/ | Instagram @uwschoolofpharmacy |