Transcript The University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy Admissions

College of Pharmacy
Admissions Process
Anna Mraz ~ Admissions Coordinator
[email protected]
Admissions Criteria
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Academic Achievement (GPA, PCAT, course selection, courseload)
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Work Experience
(pharmacy experience desired but not required)
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Community service, leadership, extracurricular activities
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Recommendations
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Application Essays
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On-campus interview
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Understanding of and commitment to the profession of pharmacy
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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
Pre-pharmacy Courses
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
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 caseby-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
Q: 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
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Volunteer at a pharmacy
Job Shadow at a pharmacy
Pre-Pharmacy clubs – for U of MN students. Contact Tara Belter –
[email protected]
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 Aid
• 90% of college tuition is paid via student loans
(subsidized & unsubsidized)
• The college awards $250,000 in scholarships
each year. Avg. scholarship amount is $1,200
• Avg. debt of 2004 graduates was $82,000
• All US citizens and permanent residents are
eligible to receive US sponsored financial aid
• Aid is not contingent upon the income of
parents.
• Call the Health Sciences Financial Aid Office at
612-624-4138 with any further questions.
College of Pharmacy ~
Office of Student Services
(612)624-9490
5-110 Weaver-Densford Hall
[email protected]