At Washington State University we are knowledgeable trailblazers. We believe in creating a better future, driving innovation and challenging limits to advance human health. We emphasize preeminent faculty, life-changing research and engaged learning.
The College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences takes pride in the outstanding education and experience our Doctor of Pharmacy students receive. Below are just a few reasons why you should consider being a Cougar pharmacist.
Our curriculum focuses on student success. We have implemented an active learning classroom, which makes your time in class more efficient and increases your time to interact with your professors. We use proven evidence-based education approaches to create our teaching and testing style to ensure better knowledge retention and career success.
Our program is at the forefront of pharmacy education that is defining the pharmacist as part of the health care team. Students are trained in the traditional practices of dispensing and compounding medications and also learn how to give flu shots, take blood pressure, test blood glucose, assess a patient’s overall health, and more.
Our introductory practice experiences begin in your first year and expand from there. Hands-on learning includes patient simulation, internships, rotations, community outreach, and volunteer opportunities that allow you to practice confidently immediately after graduation.
Our tuition is lower than private schools and the college alone awards roughly $300,000 in scholarships per year to student pharmacists. Plus, both Spokane and Yakima have affordable housing, short commutes, and a variety of outdoor and cultural activities.
We know that identifying which pharmacy program is right for you can be an overwhelming process. Our office is here to help you as you navigate this process with pre-pharmacy advising, application tips, and any questions you have throughout the application process.
Please contact our office at pharmacy.admissions@wsu.edu or (509)368-6605 if you have questions.
You can learn more about being a Cougar Pharmacists by visiting us online at pharmacy.wsu.edu!
Spokane, Washington
Naplex Pass Rate
84.78%
Acceptance
33.33%
Average GPA
3.30
Cost
$21,990
Reputation
Very High
Cost of Living
97%
OVERVIEW
Institution Type
Public
Accreditation
Full Accreditation
Program Length
4 years
Program Structure
Traditional
Total Admitted Students
170 students
Foreign Application
Yes
ADMISSION
Minimum GPA
2.70
Average GPA
3.30
Minimum Prepharmacy
3 years
Admission Ratio
3:01
APPLICATION
Early Decision
No
Supplement Application
No
Bachelor Requirement
No
PCAT Requirement
No
Interview Requirement
Yes
Letter of Reference
4
US Residency
Yes
COST: IN-STATE
First-Year Tuition
$21,990
Second-Year Tuition
$21,990
Third-Year Tuition
$21,990
Fourth-Year Tuition
$21,990
COST: OUT-OF-STATE
First-Year Tuition
$38,644
Second-Year Tuition
$38,644
Third-Year Tuition
$38,644
Fourth-Year Tuition
$38,644
APPLICATION DEADLINE
2/1/2019
ACADEMIC DETAILS
Research Prowness
183.68%
Academic Reputation
Very High
Number of Publications
1,310
COST OF LIVING
Cost of Living
97%
Room & Board per year
$8,400
Room & Board per month
$700
Women
60%
Men
40%
CONTACT INFORMATION
DETAILED INFORMATION
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