Program Overview

College of Pharmacy

The University of Iowa offers a range of programs through its College of Pharmacy, including the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program, Graduate Studies, and Post-Graduate Residency Programs.

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

• The Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in pharmacy practice.
  • The program includes:
    • Why Iowa Pharmacy: Information on why students should choose the University of Iowa for their pharmacy education.
    • Admissions: Details on the admission process and requirements for the PharmD program.
    • Financial Support: Information on the financial support available to students, including scholarships and assistantships.
    • Curriculum: An overview of the curriculum for the PharmD program, including the Professional Experience Program (PEP).
    • Personalize Your Education: Options for students to personalize their education, including electives and specializations.
    • Program Data: Data and statistics on the PharmD program, including graduation rates and job placement.

Graduate Studies

• The College of Pharmacy offers several graduate programs, including:
  • PhD in Health Services Research: A research-based program focused on health services research.
  • PhD in Drug Discovery and Experimental Therapeutics: A research-based program focused on drug discovery and experimental therapeutics.
  • PhD in Pharmaceutics: A research-based program focused on pharmaceutics.
  • Graduate Degree: How to Apply: Information on the application process for graduate programs.
  • Graduate Student Life: Information on the experiences and opportunities available to graduate students.

Post-Graduate Residency Programs

• The College of Pharmacy offers several post-graduate residency programs, including:
  • Community-Based Pharmacy Residency Program: A residency program focused on community-based pharmacy practice.

Professional Experience Program (PEP)

• The Professional Experience Program (PEP) is the practice-based experiential component of the Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum.
• The program includes:
  • Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPEs): Experiences that occur in the first three years of the Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum.
  • Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs): The final component of the Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum.
• The program has:
  • Over 1,200 preceptors to help guide students in their education.
  • 360 rotation sites located in 18 states and 4 countries.

Research Areas

• The College of Pharmacy has several research areas, including:
  • Basic Science:
    • Drug Discovery and Experimental Therapeutics
    • Pharmaceutics
  • Pharmacy Practice Research:
    • Health Services Research
    • Practice-Based Research
• The University of Iowa Pharmaceuticals is also a part of the College of Pharmacy.

Academic Departments

• The College of Pharmacy has several academic departments, including:
  • Pharmacy Practice and Science
  • Pharmaceutical Sciences and Experimental Therapeutics
  • UI Pharmaceuticals

About the College of Pharmacy

• The College of Pharmacy is located at 180 South Grand Avenue, Iowa City, Iowa 52242.
• The college has a strategic plan and a message from the dean.
• The college is also home to the Zada Cooper Leadership Initiative and the College of Pharmacy Brand.