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2022-11-06

Scholarships for PharmD Students

by Jim Herbst, PharmD, BCPPS

Doctorate of pharmacy students graduate with an average pharmacy school debt of over $170,000, according to the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy. We've compiled a list of PharmD scholarships to consider!
2022-11-06

Is Pharmacy School Hard to Get Into?

by Jim Herbst, PharmD, BCPPS

The pharmacy profession is a potentially rewarding and lucrative career. A pharmacy career is both highly desirable and highly trusted. Pharmacists typically are considered one of the top 5 trusted professionals year in and year out. Given their high honesty and ethical standards combined with their high starting salaries, you would suspect that pharmacy schools are highly competitive.
2022-11-06

What is the PCAT: A Complete Breakdown of The Admissions Exam

by Jim Herbst, PharmD, BCPPS

The PCAT is a test specifically designed for pharmacy schools and is structured to measure the precise scientific knowledge and academic understanding necessary to enter pharmacy school. Check out our article to learn more about preparing for the PCAT.
2022-11-06

Requirements for Pharmacy School: What to Know Before You Apply

by Hong Chen, PharmD

As you begin your research into the different pharmacy school pathways, one common question that always arises is: what are the course requirements needed to apply to a PharmD program?
2022-11-06

10 Common Pharmacy School Interview Questions and Tips from a Pharmacist

by Jim Herbst, PharmD, BCPPS

The pharmacy school admissions experience can be both exciting and challenging. A PharmD program may look appealing on paper and on a website, but until you experience the building, the current students, and the faculty, you truly don’t know what you’re getting. The admissions experience is your opportunity to see the facilities.
2022-11-06

Writing the Personal Statement for Pharmacy School: A Checklist

by Hong Chen, PharmD

At some point in your life, you’ve likely written a personal statement. Perhaps while applying to your undergraduate program, some of your schools required you to include an essay describing your achievements, yourself, and what you hope to accomplish in your time at their university.