Pharm.D. Program
As the state's oldest and largest professional pharmacy school, our students benefit from a 150+ year legacy of premier pharmacy education. Prepare to succeed with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from USC.
Legacy of Excellence
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150+
years of pharmacy education
Our students enjoy the benefits of South Carolina's flagship university and partnership with several major teaching health systems.
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>90%
graduates report employment within 6 months
Our graduates excel in the profession, as evidenced by graduating student statistics, employment rates, and placement in top residency programs.
Key Dates
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July 10
PharmCAS application opens
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October 1
PharmCAS application priority deadline
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February 2
PharmCAS application final deadline
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Strengthen your application
The application cycle begins in July for entry into our Pharm.D. program in the Fall semester of the following year. Carefully review our requirements and evaluation criteria.
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Ready to apply?
There are several required steps to submit your application. Review the application process, admission dates and deadlines to apply for our Pharm.D. program.
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Invest in your future
Your pharmacy education is a significant investment. Learn about our competitive tuition rates for in- and out-of-state students and scholarship opportunities.
Designed with you in mind
Through our expertly designed curriculum, you'll gain exposure to multiple career paths, from independent and retail pharmacy to health systems pharmacy, business ownership, industry, academia and more to find your perfect fit.
CurriculumCustomize Your Experience
Broaden your horizons at South Carolina with combination degrees, curricular tracks and a wide array of elective courses and experiences to help you stand out as a versatile, highly employable pharmacy professional.
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Combination Degrees
Expand your course of study with a second graduate-level degree in information technology or business administration to prepare you for a career in hospital pharmacy, industry or entrepreneurship.
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Curricular Tracks
Choose from optional curricular tracks in residency preparation, business and entrepreneurship, leadership, or rural health care to position yourself for success in your chosen career path.
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Experiential Learning
When you begin fourth-year experiential rotations, it's time to truly put classroom learning into practice. We offer more than 600 different rotation opportunities on both a national and international scale.
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Mentorship and Advising
Our faculty and staff are personally invested in your development as a health care leader. Benefit from personalized advising and mentorship from dedicated faculty and members of our extensive alumni network.
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Research Opportunities
South Carolina is a hub for collaborative, high-impact research. Take advantage of the opportunity to work alongside expert faculty on groundbreaking research that advances pharmacy practice and patient care.
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Student Organizations
The time you spend outside the classroom can be invested in many ways. Grow your professional knowledge, build leadership skills and make lifelong friendships through our pharmacy-specific student organizations.
