A career in pharmacy is innovative and exciting, with new roles and opportunities emerging as our health care system evolves to meet the changing needs of patients. In addition to critical roles in community pharmacies and hospitals, Pharm.D. graduates today secure careers in all areas of public and private health care and medical research.
0‑6 Pharm.D. Program:
The UConn School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Pharm.D. program is a 0-6 program that guarantees Pre-Professional students a spot in the Professional (Pharm.D.) program provided they meet the necessary criteria. Students who enter UConn during the first two years in the BS in Pharmacy Studies or change major into the program are considered Pre-Professional. We accept transfer students from other institutions. Students who complete the necessary prerequisite and foundational coursework in another major or at another institution may be eligible to complete the Professional (Pharm.D.) program in only four years.
Years 1–2: Pre-Professional (Undergraduate)
Begin your journey with foundational coursework and then transition to the Professional program.
Years 3–6: Professional (Pharm.D.)
Complete advanced pharmacy coursework, clinical experience, and hands-on training to earn your Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.). Earn your BS in Pharmacy Studies degree at the end of Year 4, and graduate with your Pharm.D. degree at the end of Year 6.
Talk to a Student Ambassador
One of the best ways to learn about our program is to talk to one of our pharmacy student ambassadors. These are students who are in their first or second year of our professional program. You can meet our ambassadors at one of our Open Houses, request to chat via the web or phone, or come in for a tour.
Living Learning Communities
Living Learning Communities for first-year students are optional but do offer freshmen the opportunity to find common peers upon arriving at UConn. Pharmacy focused students joining the Pharmacy House get access to special pharmacy programs and activities that expand their exposure to pharmacy beyond the classroom.