THE BERNARD J. DUNN SCHOOL OF PHARMACY
The Bernard J. Dunn School of Pharmacy was created in 1995 to respond to the growing need for pharmacists in the health-care system. Shenandoah University responded to this need for additional pharmacists in a unique way. Combining new ideas in pharmacy education with the use of information technology, it created a new educational model that is even more relevant today. The School of Pharmacy offers a Doctorate of Pharmacy Degree (Pharm.D. degree) for traditional and nontraditional students. Traditional students with a bachelor’s degree can also earn a Pharm.D. /MBA degree in conjunction with the Byrd School of Business.
INNOVATIVE CURRICULUM DESIGN AND DELIVERY
Our curriculum is designed to create practice ready clinical pharmacists in the evolving healthcare system. Courses in patient assessment and health care informatics prepare students to provide optimal patient care. Our interprofessional approach to education allows students to work collaboratively with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to be an essential member of an integrated healthcare team. In addition, each student receives an Apple MacBook Pro and iPad to use in the program, as part of Shenandoah University’s iMLearning program.
INTEGRATION OF PHARMACOGENOMICS
Pharmacogenomics uses a patient’s genetic makeup to create individualized drug treatments. We were one of the first pharmacy schools to integrate pharmacogenomics into our curriculum, beginning with an introduction in the first professional year and culminating with application-based practices in the therapeutic sequence.
ADVANCED PHARMACY PRACTICE EXPERIENCES (APPE)
APPE opportunities include top facilities in our region, such as Johns Hopkins, the National Institutes of Health, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, and the Food and Drug Administration. The school also partners with Project HOPE to offer a unique practice experience to provide pharmacy services to the international community. New in-depth experiences are being developed to include expanded pharmacy services, such as transitional care and medication management.
Winchester, Virginia
Naplex Pass Rate
87.10%
Acceptance
20.00%
Average GPA
3.19
Cost
$34,410
Reputation
Average
Cost of Living
103%
OVERVIEW
Institution Type
Private
Accreditation
Full Accreditation
Program Length
4 years
Program Structure
Traditional
Total Admitted Students
100 students
Foreign Application
Yes
ADMISSION
Minimum GPA
2.50
Average GPA
3.19
Minimum Prepharmacy
2 years
Admission Ratio
5:01
APPLICATION
Early Decision
No
Supplement Application
No
Bachelor Requirement
No
PCAT Requirement
Yes
Interview Requirement
Yes
Letter of Reference
3
US Residency
Yes
COST: IN-STATE
First-Year Tuition
$34,410
Second-Year Tuition
$34,410
Third-Year Tuition
$34,410
Fourth-Year Tuition
$34,410
COST: OUT-OF-STATE
First-Year Tuition
$34,410
Second-Year Tuition
$34,410
Third-Year Tuition
$34,410
Fourth-Year Tuition
$34,410
APPLICATION DEADLINE
6/3/2019
ACADEMIC DETAILS
Research Prowness
111.06%
Academic Reputation
Average
Number of Publications
404
COST OF LIVING
Cost of Living
103%
Room & Board per year
$9,000
Room & Board per month
$750
Women
57%
Men
43%
CONTACT INFORMATION
1775 N Sector Court
Winchester, Virginia 22601
Stephanie Clark
DETAILED INFORMATION
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