Distinction Pathways

Our specialized tracks provide motivated students with the opportunity to enhance their knowledge and skills in specific areas of interest beyond our standard curriculum. Faculty mentors, who are leaders in their respective fields, are dedicated to guiding you throughout your journey. Completing any of these distinction pathways will earn you a “Doctor of Pharmacy with Distinction” designation on your academic transcript, helping you stand out as you pursue your career goals. More information can be found on the Distinction Pathways page.

• Industry
• Research
• Interprofessional Healthcare

Classes of 2027, 2026, 2025 Doctor of Pharmacy Curriculum

Year 1

• Pharmaceutics I: Introduction to Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Biochemical Principles For Pharmacy I, II
• Fundamentals in Physiology I, II
• Pharmacy Skills Lab I, II, III
• Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery
• Introduction to Drug Information Resources
• Pharmaceutics II: Dosage Forms
• Pathophysiology I, II
• Foundations for IP Practice
• Introduction to Pharmacy Practice
• Fundamentals of Pharmacology
• Pharmaceutical Calculations
• Medicinal Chemistry
• Self-Care and Nonprescription Medications
• Research & Statistics
• Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) I

Year 2

• Pharmacotherapy I, II, III
• Pharmacology I, II, III
• Advanced Medicinal Chemistry I, II, III
• Pharmacy Skills Lab IV, V, VI
• Literature Evaluation and Advanced Drug Information
• Health Care Systems
• Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics I, II
• Pharmacoepidemiology
• Life-Long Learning Seminar
• Pharmaceutical Compounding
• Gateway to Patient-Centered Care
• Bioethics
• Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) II

Year 3

• Pharmacotherapy IV, V, VI
• Health Care and Pharmacy Law
• Pharmacy Management and Leadership
• Pharmacy Skills Lab VII, VIII, IX
• Toxicology
• Pharmacogenomics
• Pharmacoeconomics
• Interprofessional Case Collaborations
• Gateway to Clinical Practice
• Life-Long Learning Seminar
• Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) III

Year 4

• Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE)
• Practical Approaches to Professional Development, Licensure Exam Preparation

Examples of Elective Offerings 

• Advanced Diabetes Management
• Advanced Medical Communication
• Advanced Mental Health
• Advanced Pharmaceutical Compounding
• Advanced Pharmacoeconomics
• Advanced Topics in Infectious Diseases & Microbiology
• Basic and Advanced Medical Spanish (online)
• Cannabis: Pharmacology, Politics, Medical Uses
• Community Pharmacy Practice & Management
• Critical Care and Medical Emergencies
• Deconstructing Landmark Clinical Trials
• Effective Leadership for Pharmacists (online)*
• Forensic Toxicology and Pharmacology
• LGBTQI Healthcare
• Lifestyle Medicine for Healthcare Professionals
• Methods of Drug Design
• Spirituality and End of Life Care
• Teaching or Research Independent Study
• Toxicology
• Veterinary Pharmacy (online)*

*Offered via another University; students are responsible for registration and tuition

PharmD Requirements Summary (Classes of 2027, 2026, and 2025)

• Core Didactic Courses - 132.0 QH
• Experiential (IPPE/APPE) - 68.5 QH
• Electives - 6.0 QH