The Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) program at Long Island University is a six-year professional program that prepares students for entry-level pharmacy practice. The program equips students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences to become competent pharmacists who can safely and effectively dispense medications, provide pharmaceutical care, and participate in the team-based management of patients. The program consists of two years of pre-professional studies and four years of professional studies, including an extramural year of advanced pharmacy practice experiences.

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)

Program:

Degree Overview:

The Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.

) program at Long Island University (LIU) is a six-year professional program that prepares students for entry-level pharmacy practice.

The program consists of two years of pre-professional studies (offered through LIU Brooklyn's Richard L. Conolly College of Liberal Arts and Sciences) and four years of professional studies. The program equips students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences to become competent pharmacists who can:

• Safely and effectively dispense medications
• Provide pharmaceutical care
• Participate in the team-based management of patients
• Independently make clinical judgements
• Develop individualized pharmaceutical care plans
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare professionals
• Perform economic analyses of pharmaceutical interventions
• Justify services for billing purposes

Outline:

Pre-Professional Phase (P1-P2):

The pre-professional phase (P1 and P2) focuses on foundational courses in liberal arts and sciences, providing the necessary background for the professional pharmacy curriculum. It is offered through Richard L. Conolly College and can be completed in two academic years.

P-1 (First Pre-Professional Year):

Fall Semester:

• General & Inorganic Chemistry (CHM 3)
• General Biology (BIO 1)
• English Composition (ENG 16)
• Introduction to Psychology (PSY 3)
• First Year Seminar (FYS 1)

Spring Semester:

• General & Inorganic Chemistry (CHM 4)
• General Biology (BIO 2)
• English Literature (Eng 61, 62, 63, or 64)
• Calculus I (MTH 40)
• Economics (ECO 1 or 2)

P-2 (Second Pre-Professional Year):

Fall Semester:

• Organic Chemistry (CHM 121)
• Physics for Pharmacy (PHY 27)
• Writing in the Sciences (Eng 178)
• Philosophy or History (PHI 61 or 62 or HIS 1 or 2)
• Physiology/Anatomy (BIO 137)
• Pharmacy Orientation Seminar (PHM 1)

Spring Semester:

• Organic Chemistry (CHM 122)
• Physiology/Anatomy (BIO 138)
• Oral Communication (SPE 3)
• Statistics (MATH 100)
• Microbiology (BIO 101)

Professional Phase:

The professional phase covers six semesters of didactic and early experiential coursework followed by an extramural year of advanced pharmacy practice experiences. This prepares students for professional licensure examinations.

P-3 (First Professional Year):

Fall Semester:

• Pathophysiology/immunology (PHM 310)
• Pharmaceutics I (Pharmaceutical calculations) (PHM 311)
• Pharmaceutics II (Basic theories in pharmaceutics) (PHM 312)
• Biochemistry (PHM 313)
• Pharmacy Profession and the Health Care System (PHM 314)
• Pharmacy and Society (PHM 315)
• P-3 Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (PHM 300)

Spring Semester:

• Molecular Biology (PHM 320)
• Principles of Pharmacology/Medicinal Chemistry/Toxicology (PHM 321)
• Intro to Pharmacy Law and the Integrated Pharmaceutical Care Laboratory (PHM 322)
• Pharmaceutics III (Biopharmaceutics/pharmacokinetics) (PHM 323)
• Biostatistics (PHM 324)
• Introduction to Pharmacy Practice (PHM 325)
• Principles of Physical Assessment and Medication Administration (PHM 326)

P-4 (Second Professional Year):

Fall Semester:

• Human Genetics (PHM 410)
• Modular Organ Systems Therapeutics Sequence I (PHM 411)
• Modular Organ Systems Therapeutics Sequence II (PHM 412)
• Pharmacy Practice Laboratory I (PHM 415)
• Professional Elective

Spring Semester:

• Principles of Health Behavior and Patient-provider Communication (PHM 420)
• Pharmaceutics IV (Dosage forms and principles of compounding) (PHM 421)
• Compounding Laboratory I (PHM 422)
• Pharmacy Practice Laboratory II (PHM 42

Overview:

• Founded in 1926 as the Brooklyn Law School
• Expanded to become Long Island University in 1954
• Currently has 6 campuses across New York State
• Enrolls over 20,000 students
• Notable achievements:
  • Ranked among the top 200 universities in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report
  • Recognized for its strong programs in business, education, and health sciences
  • Home to the Arnold & Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, one of the largest pharmacy schools in the country

Student Life:

Extracurricular Activities:

Over 200 student clubs and organizations, including academic, cultural, social, and recreational groups

Clubs:

Examples include the Student Government Association, the Black Student Union, and the International Student Association

Sports Teams:

NCAA Division I athletics in 16 sports, including basketball, football, and soccer

• Student Support Services:

  • Academic Advising
  • Career Counseling
  • Health and Wellness Center
  • Counseling and Psychological Services

• Campus Facilities:

  • Modern academic buildings
  • State-of-the-art athletic facilities
  • Student centers with dining, recreation, and study spaces
  • On-campus housing available at most campuses

Academics:

• Academic Resources:

  • Over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs
  • Faculty of over 1,000 full-time and part-time professors
  • Research centers and institutes in various fields

• Teaching Methodologies:

  • Traditional lectures
  • Small group discussions
  • Hands-on learning experiences
  • Online and hybrid courses

• Academic Support Services:

  • Tutoring
  • Writing Center
  • Math Lab

• Unique Academic Programs or Initiatives:

  • Honors College
  • Global Studies Program
  • Experiential Learning Program

Top Reasons to Study Here:

Reputation:

Ranked among the top 200 universities in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report

Specialized Facilities:

State-of-the-art facilities for health sciences, business, and education

Industry Connections:

Partnerships with leading companies and organizations

Notable Alumni:

Includes politicians, business leaders, and entertainers, such as former New York City Mayor David Dinkins and actor Alec Baldwin

Services:

Counseling:

Counseling and Psychological Services provides individual and group counseling, as well as crisis intervention

Health:

Health and Wellness Center offers medical care, vaccinations, and health education

Housing:

On-campus housing available at most campuses, including traditional dorms, apartments, and townhouses

Library Resources:

Over 1 million volumes in the university libraries, as well as access to online databases and research tools

Technology Support:

IT Help Desk provides technical assistance and support for students

Career Development:

Career Services offers resume writing, interview preparation, and job search assistance