Chartered in 1878, the School of Pharmacy has a tradition of developing leaders and innovators that drive the future of pharmacy. We investigate, discover, and create ways to improve patient health and, through partnerships, change practice and improve efficiency of care. We also use computational and bench research methods to discover and develop drugs and drug delivery, systems, and other novel approaches to optimize therapy. The School of Pharmacy (Pitt Pharmacy) leads the way in education, encouraging learners to personalize their education. Pitt Pharmacy is among the oldest pharmacy schools in the country. Pitt Pharmacy is in the top tier of schools of pharmacy in US News & World Report rankings and NIH-funded research.
Mission
The School of Pharmacy develops pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists as innovators and leaders to improve the health and well-being of the world around us. Through inclusive excellence, innovation, and leadership, we achieve pioneering and exemplary:
- Pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences education,
- Research and scholarship, and
- Patient care and service.
Vision
To be an outstanding school of pharmacy renowned for excellence in the discovery and advancement of science-based use of medicines and other interventions to enhance the vitality and quality of life.
Values
Integrity guides our daily work. We foster:
Professionalism
Integrity
Teamwork
Trust
Passion
Health equity
Accountability
Responsibility
Mutual respect
Contact Information
University of Pittsburgh
School of Pharmacy
3501 Terrace St
Pittsburgh, PA 15261
Admissions: 412-383-9000
PharmDAdmissions@pitt.edu
www.pharmacy.pitt.edu
Admissions
The School of Pharmacy admits students to its programs under one of two statuses - guarantee or open. The guarantee admission status is detailed below:
Pharmacy Guarantee First Year Admission
The School of Pharmacy does not directly admit first year students to the professional program. All high school students should first submit an application to the University of Pittsburgh Office of Admissions and Financial Aid.
The School offers a guaranteed acceptance to a number of high school seniors who enroll at one of the University of Pittsburgh campuses.
Applicants to the Pittsburgh campus should select the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences as the first-year admitting school or applicants can select pharmacy in the Guaranteed Admissions Program drop-down box on the Application for Undergraduate Admissions to be considered for the guarantee as part of the comprehensive individual review for admissions conducted by the University of Pittsburgh Office of Admissions. Students who receive the guarantee are expected to perform well in the pre-professional courses in the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences or regional campus. To secure a seat in the PharmD Program, students must earn:
- a letter grade of a C or better in all preprofessional courses
- a combined 3.25 or greater overall GPA in PharmD preprofessional courses
- a combined 3.25 or greater GPA in the required math and science preprofessional courses
NOTE: Required math and science courses must be taken at the University of Pittsburgh. AP, dual enrollment, and college in high school credits may be used to fulfill preprofessional credits.
Test optional applicants are eligible for the pharmacy guarantee.
To exercise the pharmacy guarantee, all applicants must complete the pharmacy admissions process and requirements typically in the second year of study in the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences or at the regional campus:
- submit a completed application and fee in the Pharmacy College Application System (PharmCAS)
- The PharmCAS application must include three letters of evaluation with two from college faculty in any subject area, math and science are recommended. Letters are NOT accepted from teaching assistants or graduate students. The third letter can be from an employer, faculty advisor, pharmacist, healthcare professional, or supervisor.
- participate in a satisfactory interview, when invited, during the admissions process
- complete standardized writing assessment, when invited
Pharmacy guarantee students who meet these criteria will be admitted into the PharmD Program. Those not meeting these criteria will be considered as part of the open admissions pool that is holistically reviewed by the PharmD Admissions Committee.
More information about PharmCAS and application deadlines can be found at www.pharmcas.org.
All students interested in applying to the pharmacy program should also consult the Application for Admission of the Graduate and Professional Catalog.
Visit the School of Pharmacy Web site at www.pharmacy.pitt.edu.
Program Offerings
