Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum standards.
- Cumulative grade point average of 2.5* or better.
- Combined science and math grade point average of 2.5* or better.
- Grade of “C“ or better in prerequisites. Prerequisites may be in progress at the time of application.
- Eligibility for the program is pending the successful completion of a drug screening and a criminal background check. For a complete list of Disqualifying Offenses, click here.
- Eligibility for the program is pending the successful completion of the Essential Functions Forms. For a complete list of Essential Functions, click here
- Demonstration of excellent written and oral communication skills in the admissions essay and interview process.
- Submission of the PharmCAS application.
- Submission of PCAT scores to PharmCAS. Regis requires a minimum composite percentile ranking of 30th percentile.
- Three letters of recommendation submitted through the PharmCAS application.
- Work experience is recommended, but not required.
- Demonstrated familiarity with the pharmacy profession and its future.
- Demonstrated evidence of potential for success in doctoral degree program.
- Demonstrated evidence of potential success as a professional.
- Demonstrated evidence of an orientation toward service.
- Demonstrated willingness to work in teams and provide leadership.
- If English is not your native/first language, you must meet the following language proficiency requirement:
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) - minimum score of 82 (24 Writing, 20 Speaking, 22 Reading, 16 Listening) on the Internet-based TOEFL. Regis University's TOEFL code is 4656.
*While a minimum GPA is required for admission, we expect that competitive applicants for the Doctor of Pharmacy program will have much higher GPAs ranging from 3.0 to 3.6.
INFORMATION FOR CURRENT REGIS STUDENTS
The School of Pharmacy does not offer an early assurance program for entrance into the Doctor of Pharmacy program for Regis University students or students from other universities or colleges. Regis University students, however, are afforded a guaranteed admissions interview provided they have completed at least three semesters of full-time study at Regis University and have maintained a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 in their prerequisite mathematics and life sciences courses.
PHARMACY COLLEGE ADMISSIONS TEST (PCAT)
Regis University School of Pharmacy requires applicants to take the Pharmacy College Admissions Test (PCAT). Registration and exams dates are listed below. Information regarding the PCAT exam can be found at www.pcatweb.info.
| PCAT Registration Deadline | PCAT Test Dates |
| May 8, 2009 | June 20, 2009 |
| July 10, 2009 | August 22, 2009 |
| September 4, 2009 | October 17, 2009 |
| December 11, 2009 | January 23, 2010 |
HOW TO APPLY TO REGIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF PHARMACY
Applicants to the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) program must complete and submit their application through Pharmacy College Application Service (PharmCAS) at http://www.pharmcas.org. Initial screening of PharmCAS applications is performed by the Rueckert-Hartman College for Health Professions Office of Admissions & Student Operations. Screening is based on selection criteria designed by the School of Pharmacy faculty. Applications are ranked and forwarded to the School of Pharmacy Student Affairs Committee. Based on the results, applicants are invited for an interview with members of faculty and leaders in the pharmacy community. Since the number of qualified applicants exceeds available interview slots, the committee will select a diversified student group to interview.
Applicants are ranked for an interview according to the following criteria:
- cumulative grade point average;
- math and science grade point average;
- completion of prerequisite courses;
- Pharmacy College Admissions Test (PCAT) examination scores (required);
- letters of recommendation (required);
- previously earned bachelor’s degree or higher (not required);
- community service (preferred, but not required); and
- work experience (preferred, but not required).
ADMISSIONS SELECTION PROCESS
The Office of Admissions & Student Operations will compile a composite score based on PharmCAS and interview data. This data is reviewed by the School of Pharmacy Student Affairs Committee and applicants are selected for admission. The Office of Admissions & Student Operations will send an offer of admission to qualified applicants. Admission decisions are not based solely on final applicant rank. The committee selects a diverse student group from the interviewed applicant pool. The admission decisions of the Student Affairs Committee are final.
Applicants who have been selected for admission into the Doctor of Pharmacy program will receive either a conditional or final offer of admission. Offers of admission are sent until all program spaces are filled.
Conditional admission will be offered to applicants who are attending a post-secondary institution and whose final academic grades for prerequisite courses are not yet available. Applicants offered conditional admission are accepted into the program pending successful completion of prerequisite courses with a grade of “C” or higher, maintaining grades consistent with the initial review and meeting the GPA requirements. Students must submit official transcripts to the Office of Admissions & Student Operations demonstrating that the conditional requirements have been met prior to the first day of regular classes.
Final admission will be given to applicants who have met all of the admission criteria and who have submitted all application documentation.
An alternate list may be maintained until the beginning of classes. If space becomes available, alternate list applicants will receive written notification and/or a phone call of an offer of admission.
Applicants must reply to the Office of Admissions & Student Operations within 10 business days of receipt of the offer of admissions. A $350 non-refundable deposit is required upon acceptance.
Successful completion of a criminal background check and drug screening is required prior to beginning the program.
Eligibility for the Doctor of Pharmacy program is pending the successful completion of the Essential Functions forms.
The Office of Admissions & Student Operations coordinates the communication between the School of Pharmacy and the applicants.
Regis University reserves the right to deny admission, continued enrollment, or re-enrollment to any applicant or student who would pose an unreasonable risk of harm to self or others, or any unreasonable risk of disruption to the academic or clinical processes of the School of Pharmacy, the Rueckert-Hartman College for Health Professions, or Regis University. Adherence to the “Code of Ethic for Pharmacists,” as described by the American Pharmacist’s Association is required for all students in the program.
The Office of Admissions & Student Operations is committed to the protection of personal information. Use of personal information is strictly limited to the appropriate handling of applications, recordkeeping, and research intended to further improve the admissions process and pharmacy education.
The applicant acknowledges that admission decisions are made by Regis University personnel in the exercise of discretion and professional judgment and are not subject to review or appeal. Materials in support of an application for admission become the property of Regis University and will not be provided or returned to an applicant.
OUR TIMELINE
March 1, 2010: Although the PharmCAS application deadline is March 1, 2010, applications will be reviewed as PharmCAS makes them available to Regis.
February through May 2010: Prior to acceptance, all qualified applicants will be required to interview on the Regis University campus. Interviews will be conducted from February through May.
May 2010: Acceptance letters will be sent no later than June 2010. It is important to note that some applicants may be notified of their acceptance prior to June.
The acceptee’s response is to be received by the Office of Admissions & Student Operations no later than 10 business days after notification. At the same time, a non-refundable deposit of $350 is required to guarantee a position in the program. The deposit will be applied directly to the fall semester tuition for all incoming students.
DESCRIPTION OF THE INTERVIEW PROCESS
Selected applicants will be invited for a one day on-campus interview. Interview dates will be held on February 4, 2010, March 18, 2010, March 19, 2010, March 26, 2010, April 8, 2010 and April 9, 2010.
- The interview day consists of the following:
- welcome session;
- tour of the campus;
- spontaneous writing exercise;
- multiple mini-interviews;
- lunch with faculty and preceptors;
- introduction to Regis University and the School of Pharmacy;
- team-based learning activity;
- information session with student service organizations (financial aid, housing); and
- “Ask the faculty” session.
Informational activities will be provided for your adult guests while the applicant participates in the interview process.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Successful applicants will also be required to complete:
Regis University standard criminal background check;
Regis University standard drug screen; and
Colorado State Board of Pharmacy criminal background check to obtain a
pharmacy intern license.
Here are the questions the state board asks pharmacy interns on the Intern License Application.
- Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty to, pled nolo contendere to, or received a deferred judgment for a felony?
- Have you ever been convicted of, plead guilty to, pled nolo contendere to, or received a deferred judgment for a misdemeanor (including but not limited to DUI or DWAI?
- Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty to, pled nolo contendere to, or received a deferred judgment for any offense pertaining to state or federal drug law?
- Have you ever had any disciplinary action taken against your license or pending against you in any state?
- Do you have any physical or mental condition which may impact your ability to practice pharmacy safely?
- Do you have, or have you had, any malpractice judgments rendered against you?
For more information regarding Colorado Intern Licensing please refer to the Colorado State Board of Pharmacy website:www.dora.state.co.us
INTERNATIONAL APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS
There are specific requirements for international students that must be met to be considered for admission at Regis University. International applicants must:
- Submit to PharmCAS an evaluation of foreign educational credentials from one of the agencies approved by Regis University (Note: approved agencies can be found at www.naces.org. Photocopies of the evaluation are not acceptable.);
- Submit a completed International Supplemental Application;
- Submit copies of all old I-20’s (front and back) only if the student is transferring from another U.S. university or college;
- Submit the SEVIS Form, which needs to be sent to the U.S. university or college that the student attended in the U.S. prior to acceptance to Regis University. (Note: This form should be returned directly to the Office of the Registrar at Regis University. This form will be sent to the applicant upon application to Regis University; and
- Submit documentation of financial ability to pay all expenses for the course of study at Regis University and demonstrate adequate coverage for health insurance in the United States for issuance of an I-20 by the Office of the Registrar.