Program Overview

Early Assurance Program

The Early Assurance Program partners with UNC System schools to offer an early assurance of PharmD admissions to high-achieving undergrads who meet the program requirements— plus mentoring, resources, and a head start on your pharmacy future.

Program Overview

The program offers early assurance of admission into the PharmD program after a minimum of two years of study and completion of all prerequisite courses. Students in the Early Assurance Program enjoy early access to pharmacy advisors, mentors, enrichment activities, and more.

Program Benefits

• Seminar Series: Opportunity to participate in virtual monthly seminars
• Waived Fee: PharmCAS application fee waived
• Mentorship: Access to faculty and staff advisors as well as pharmacist mentors
• Accelerated Admission: Early assurance of admission into the PharmD program with minimum of two years of study

Partners

The program partners with nine UNC System schools across the state and the UNC-Chapel Hill undergraduate program, including:

• Appalachian State University
• East Carolina University
• NC A&T University
• NC Central University
• UNC Asheville
• UNC-Chapel Hill
• UNC Charlotte
• UNC Pembroke
• UNC Wilmington
• Western Carolina University

Testimonial

Being part of the EAP program has given access to a wide range of resources and information about the field of pharmacy. Through seminars, support from staff, conversations with current pharmacy students, and other resources, students can grow and excel, even as a first-year student. This program helps students feel more confident and prepared for the path ahead, making the dream of becoming a pharmacist feel more attainable.