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Introduction to the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) Program

The Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) program at the University of Saskatchewan is a four-year degree that encompasses the art and science of preparing and distributing medications, along with providing essential drug and health information to the public. Pharmacists play a pivotal role in healthcare teams, collaborating with patients to assess their medication requirements and ensure optimal care to meet these needs effectively.

Program Overview

• The program is a full-time, four-year degree that does not include the 2 years of university-level studies required prior to admission.
• Students cannot begin this program directly from high school.
• The program includes forty weeks of practice experiences in various settings, including community pharmacies, hospital environments, and specialty practice sites.

What You Will Learn

You will explore the process of discovering new drugs, investigate the reasons for varying individual reactions to medications, understand drug mechanisms within the body, and examine the factors influencing their effectiveness and safety. Additionally, you'll acquire skills in filling medical prescriptions, educating patients about their medications, addressing diverse inquiries, and offering non-prescription health information encompassing diet, exercise, and other wellness aspects.

Curriculum

The Course and Program Catalogue has the complete and official listing of required classes and their descriptions for this program.

Why Study Here?

• Experiential Education: Through practice experiences, you will cultivate your technical, professional, and patient care skills.
• Facilities: The Apotex Pharmacy Professional Practice Centre prioritizes patient-focused and professional skills training, with a cutting-edge skills and simulation laboratory.
• Opportunities to Get Involved: The college offers a Pre-Pharmacy Club, and students are among the most active on campus and in the community, with various social, athletic, and professional events.

Careers

To practise pharmacy, you need:

• A degree in pharmacy which includes experiential education (included in our program)
• Successful completion of the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada Exam
• Registration with a provincial regulatory body.

Our nationally accredited Pharm.D. program is designed to prepare graduates for a wide range of careers as pharmacists, including:

• Community pharmacies
• Hospitals and medical centres
• Pharmaceutical industry
• Universities
• Federal and provincial agencies

Tuition Estimates

| Year 1 - Canadian students | Year 1 - international students | Years 2, 3 and 4 - all students
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Tuition | $24,145 | $72,435 | $21,518
Student fees | $1,308.24 | $1,308.24 | $1,308.24
Books | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000
Total | $27,453.24 | $75,743.24 | $24,826.24

Preparing for Pharmacy

High School Requirements

There are no specific high school requirements for the Pharm.D. program. However, the following high school courses are often required for university-level pharmacy courses:

• Grade 12 level mathematics
• Grade 12 level biology
• Grade 12 level chemistry
• Grade 12 level physics (recommended)

Work Experience

Related work experience is not a criteria for admission, although such experience may help in answering some of the questions on the Personal Interview.

University Requirements

Must complete 60 credit units of required pre-pharmacy courses prior to April 30 of the year admission is desired.

Admission Requirements

New Conditional Acceptance for Fall 2026 Admission

• Application goes live Sept. 4, 2025
• Application deadline: January 15
• Preliminary transcript(s) due February 1
• Casper test dates scheduled between July and January
• Personal video interview invitations sent out late January
• Deadline for completing the personal video interview: February 15
• Conditional offers sent out end of April
• Final transcript deadline: June 1

1. Required Pre-Pharmacy Courses

Applicants must have completed 60 credit units (or equivalent) by April 30 of the year admission is desired. The coursework must include 24 credit units taken in at least one academic year (September to April).

The following courses (or equivalent) are required in the 60 credit units:

• Biology: 6 credit units
• General chemistry: 3 credit units
• Organic chemistry: 6 credit units
• English: 6 credit units
• Biochemistry: 6 credit units
• Physiology: 6 credit units
• Mathematics (Calculus): 3 credit units
• Statistics: 3 credit units
• Microbiology: 3 credit units
• Nutrition: 3 credit units
• Electives: 15 credit units

2. Academic Requirements

Applicants must have a minimum average of 70% to be considered for admission.

3. Test of Critical Skills

For the 2026 admission cycle, the College of Pharmacy and Nutrition is continuing with an online test of critical skills (Casper).

4. Personal Video Interview

There will be no face-to-face interviews. Once you have applied and paid the application fee, you will receive instructions for accessing the video interview process.

5. English Language Proficiency

Applicants whose primary language is not English must present evidence of proficiency in English.

Selection

Selection Criteria

Ranking for admission is based upon academic performance and personal qualities.

• Academic Record: 60% weighting
• Test of Critical Skills: 30% weighting
• Personal Video Interview: 10% weighting

Categories of Applicants

• Enrolment Quota: There are 90 first-year seats in the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) program.
• Saskatchewan Residents: Saskatchewan residents include individuals who have lived and worked full-time in Saskatchewan for at least 12 consecutive months prior to the admission deadline without being a full-time student.
• Indigenous-Specific Seats (Saskatchewan Residents): Up to 15% of seats in this program are designated for Indigenous Saskatchewan residents who verified Indigenous membership/citizenship.
• Non-Saskatchewan Canadian Residents and International Applicants: Up to 9 of the 90 positions may be non-residents of Saskatchewan (including both out-of-province and international students).
• Special Case Category: One Saskatchewan student may be admitted under special circumstances or for compassionate reasons.

Applying

Items Required to Complete Application

• Online application and non-refundable application fee deadline: Jan. 15, 2026
• Verification of Indigenous membership/citizenship (if required): Jan. 15, 2026
• Personal Video Interview: between end of January to Feb. 15, 2026
• Test of Critical Skills: See College website for specific Casper test dates
• Transcripts: June 1, 2026
• Proof of English Proficiency (if required): June 1, 2026
• Copy of Permanent Resident Card (if citizenship status is Permanent Resident): June 1, 2026

After You Apply

Finding Out If You Are Admitted

The admission scores of applicants who have met the minimum standards for all admission criteria are calculated as soon as all data is received.

Accepting Your Offer

When we send you an offer of admission, we will also send information about the program of study and a copy of your individual program record.

New - Admissions Acceptance Deposit

Effective fall 2025, applicants who accept admission into either the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) or Bachelor of Science in Nutrition program are required to provide a non-refundable deposit of $1,000 by the admission acceptance deadline.

Waiting List

A certain number of the remaining qualified applicants are placed on waiting lists, and are also informed of their status by email in late June.

Options If You Do Not Get Admitted

If you have completed the prerequisites for Pharmacy and/or Nutrition, you should choose an alternate degree program and take courses which will lead toward that degree.

College Info

The Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree is offered by the University of Saskatchewan's College of Pharmacy and Nutrition.

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