Next Steps for Pharm.D. Students

Congratulations! Now that you’ve been accepted to the Regis Pharm.D. program, it’s time to take care of a few details. Our innovative, accredited Doctor of Pharmacy program will help you build the skills and knowledge for a rewarding career at the forefront of health care, research, and innovation and we're excited for you to hang your white coat here.

Your Admissions Counselor is here to guide you through the initial steps to get started, registered for your first classes and make sure you're set up for success. Your student success team is highly trained in all things Regis, so don't hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have!

1: Submit Your Deposit

To secure your spot on our class roster, a $500 non-refundable deposit is required within two weeks of receiving your admissions offer. The deposit is applied directly towards your tuition and can be submitted by electronic transfer or check.

Deposit Information

2: Activate RegisNet

You’ve got email! Your RegisNet ID will serve as your username and password for all things Regis. Once we receive your deposit, you will receive an email with your RegisNet username, at which point you'll be able to set up and activate your account.

Instructions for Activation

3: Prerequisites and Transcripts

All official transcripts and prerequisites are due August 1 prior to starting classes with us. This is an important one – starting classes at Regis is conditional on ensuring we have all your final transcripts with the necessary prerequisites completed.

Prerequisite Details
Submit Your Transcripts

4: Plan Your Payments

Going to school is a big investment. Don’t let money get the best of you, or stand in the way of your education. In addition to filing your FAFSA, Regis hosts a few “Making PharmD School Affordable” virtual sessions throughout the year. Your attendance is recommended and strongly encouraged.

Aid and Scholarships

5: Student Success Webinar

We want to make sure all of your prerequisites are in order and you’re prepared to make the most of your Doctor of Pharmacy education. Our Student Success virtual webinar covers all those bases. Attendance is mandatory for all incoming students, so make sure to check the schedule and register.

Upcoming Webinar Dates

6: Compliance Requirements

Our Compliance Office needs you to complete some important requirements before you take your first class. All compliance documents MUST be submitted and approved by the August 1 deadline. While you may start some compliance items at any point, you will receive detailed instructions in early May.

Compliance Tracker

Get Ready for Classes

Once all your documentation is submitted, there are just a few more things you'll need to do before your first day of classes.

Be sure to join your cohort's Facebook group - a private Facebook group where you can get to know future classmates – or potential roommates – long before classes start. Your admissions counselor will provide your invitation to join the group.

Purchase or Waive Insurance
All students who already have their own health insurance must waive the Regis student health insurance option. Students who do not waive or purchase insurance will be automatically enrolled prior to the start of classes.

Check Your Class Schedule
All incoming pharmacy students are pre-registered for your first term of classes. You'll be assigned an academic advisor in July, and they'll reach out to speak with you before classes begin.

Buy Your Textbooks
Textbooks are available one month before class begins. You can purchase—or rent—paperback and digital texts through the Regis Bookstore. Your custom book list can be found in WebAdvisor.

Plan for Orientation
Orientation typically occurs the week before classes start, so be on the lookout for more information from your Admissions Counselor. You’ll soak up some last-minute reminders, meet future classmates and get ready for the new exciting phase of your life.

Computer Requirements and Dress Code

The Regis University School of Pharmacy requires all students to have a laptop that meet minimum hardware and software requirements. As future health care professionals, students in the Doctor of Pharmacy program are expected to adhere to the professional dress code during class, on-campus activities and in clinical situations.

Student Handbook and Conduct Policies

Start off on the right foot by reviewing your Student Handbook. Learn more about academic policies, standards of conduct, educational outcomes, course descriptions, graduation and more.

School of Pharmacy Dress Code

As future health care professionals, students in the Doctor of Pharmacy program are expected to dress in a manner that demonstrates professionalism during class, on-campus activities and in clinical situations. Doctoral level students have an additional responsibility regarding their dress and behavior.

CLASSROOM:

Hair: Hair should be clean and neatly groomed.
Nails: Nails must be neatly manicured (not chipped) and kept at a length that will not interfere with the duties of a pharmacist (e.g., dispensing prescription, compounding in lab, performing physical assessments, making IVs).
General Hygiene: Offensive body odor and poor personal hygiene is not acceptable.
Shirts: Revealing clothing (e.g., tank tops, camisoles, spaghetti straps, halter tops, midriffs, tube tops, swim tops) is not permitted. Any clothing where cleavage, bras, or briefs/underwear are consistently visible is not allowed. Torso exposure will not be permitted. Button down shirts must have sleeves and a collar. Shirts with graphics, logos, or print that may be considered distracting, provocative, or offensive are not to be worn on campus.
Shorts/Skirts/Dresses: Short/skirt/dress lengths must be of a conservative nature and reach approximately to the knee; no mini-skirts or tight-fitting skirts/dresses are allowed. They must fit properly around the waist, and do not expose the torso or buttocks. Denim material is not permitted.
Pants/Slacks: Dress pants and dress slacks are permitted as long as they are clean, fit properly around the waist, have no holes, and do not expose the torso or buttocks. Leggings are not to be worn in place of pants, but can be worn as tights under other clothing (skirts or dresses). Jeans, sweatpants, or pants made of denim or athletic material (track pant) are not permitted.
Casual Wear: No athletic wear, hooded sweatshirts (hoodies), or pajamas are allowed.
Shoes: Shoes must be clean and in good condition. Open toe shoes are permitted, but no flip-flops or slippers.
Head Gear: Hats, caps, and other head gear may not be worn inside the campus buildings. Only headgear worn for religious, cultural, or medical purposes is permissible inside the buildings.

IPPE, APPE, AND LABORATORY:

Patient consideration and professional image are of utmost importance in any pharmacy setting. The student must exhibit a professional appearance both in manner and dress. Appearance should not distract from a patient-centered focus. In addition to the dress code expectations for classroom attire, the following describes the additional expectations of professional dress in the IPPE, APPE, and Laboratory settings. It is the student’s responsibility to follow experiential site specific dress code policies/procedures.

White Lab Coat: Students are required to wear a clean, pressed, short white lab coat and must wear their Regis University name badge at all times (unless otherwise directed by the preceptor for a particular site). If you need a new name badge, please e-mail the experiential administrative assistant.

Additional dress code expectations for IPPE, APPE, and Laboratory:

Attire: A student must wear either:
- A professional shirt (blouse, sweater, or dress shirt with tie) PLUS dress pants/skirt/dress. All dress shirts must be long-sleeved and worn with a tie.
- A dress

At all times, clothing should be neat and clean, moderate in style and color.
Clothing needs to fit properly and be loose enough to allow performance of experiential and laboratory activities.
Open-toe shoes, tennis shoes, athletic shoes, and sandals are NOT permitted.
Jewelry: Excessive facial jewelry/piercing and tongue piercing may not be permitted in the IPPE or APPE courses. Jewelry worn for religious or cultural purposes is permissible.

Any student not following the dress code may be asked to leave the rotation or lab until they meet the standards.

School of Pharmacy Computer Requirements

The School of Pharmacy utilizes computer-based testing through a program called ExamSoft. SofTest is the program that runs the exam features of ExamSoft on your computer. Please see the minimum requirements for these programs for PC and Mac computers.

SofTest can be used on most modern Microsoft Windows and Mac computers (i.e. purchased within the last 3-4 years). Please see specific system requirements as noted below.

SofTest cannot be used on virtual operating systems such as Microsoft’s Virtual Machine, Parallels, VMware, VMware Fusion or any other virtual environment.

Students are required to have a laptop computer. The minimum laptop requirements include:

1. PC: School-licensed software can be used on most modern Microsoft Windows-based computers (i.e. purchased within the last 3-4 years). This software cannot be used on virtual operating systems such as Microsoft’s Virtual Machine, Parallels, VMware, VMware Fusion or any other virtual environments. Please see specific system requirements as noted below.

Operating System: 32-bit and 64-bit Versions of Windows 10
- Alternate versions of Windows 10, such as Windows RT and Windows 10 S, are NOT supported at this time. Only genuine, U.S. English versions of Windows Operating Systems are supported
ExamSoft does not support tablet devices
CPU Processor: 1.86Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo or greater
RAM: highest recommended for the operating system or 2GB
Hard Drive: highest recommended for the operating system or 1GB of available space.
For onsite support, and in order to back up the answer files to USB, a working USB port is required. Newer devices may require an adaptor.
For technical troubleshooting, account passwords, including BitLocker keys, may be required
Internet connection for download, registration, exam download and upload
Screen Resolution: 1024×768 or higher.
Administrator-level account permissions
Books are NOT permitted. Surface laptops that come with non-detachable keyboards are permitted
Non-Pro Surface devices are not supported

2. Mac: School-licensed software can be used on most modern Mac OS X-based computers (purchased within the last 3-4 years). This software cannot be used on virtual operating systems such as Microsoft’s Virtual Machine, Parallels, VMware, VMware Fusion or any other virtual environments. Please see specific system requirements as noted below.

MacOS Mojave (version 10.14) is supported on Examplify version 1.7.4 and higher
Supported Operating Systems: OS X 10.11 (El Capitan), OS X 10.12 (Sierra), OS X 10.13 (High Sierra), and OS X 10.14 (Mojave)
- Only genuine versions of Mac Operating Systems are supported
- Server version of Mac OS X is NOT supported
CPU: Intel processor
RAM: 2GB
Hard Drive: 1GB or higher available space
For onsite support, and in order to back up the answer files to USB, a working USB port is required. Newer devices may require an adaptor.
For technical troubleshooting, account passwords, including device passwords, may be required
Internet connection for download, registration, exam download and upload.
Administrator level account permissions

Please Note: A mobile device, such as a tablet or Smartphone, is not a substitute for a laptop. If a readiness assurance test (RAT) is administered electronically, students must use their personal laptop computers (with the above specifications) for the RAT. The majority of assessments will be taken electronically. Students must also have access to a computer, printer, and broadband internet access (cable or DSL) at home. Information Technology Services provides basic support for personal laptop computers (800-388-2366 ext. 4050 or 303-458-4050 or its@regis.edu). Students are responsible for maintaining a functioning laptop.

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