Program Overview

College of Pharmacy

The College of Pharmacy offers various programs, including the Pharm.D. Professional Program, Graduate Programs, Residency and Fellowship, Dual and Consecutive Degree Programs, and Student Handbooks, Policies and Procedures.

Prospective Students

Prospective students can explore the following programs:

• Pharm.D. Professional Pharmacy
  • Admissions Requirements
  • Prerequisite Courses
  • Course Equivalency Guides
  • Admissions Counseling
  • Upcoming Tours and Events
  • Pharm.D. Curriculum
  • Hispanic Healthcare Certificate Program
  • FAQs
  • Rio Grande Valley PharmD Satellite Program
  • International Concerns & Coursework
  • Financial Aid
  • Cooperative Programs
• Graduate Programs
• Dual and Consecutive Programs
• Residency and Fellowship

Applying to Pharm.D. Program

To apply to the Pharm.D. program, students must complete both the PharmCAS application and the UHCOP Supplemental Application.

Application Process

1. PharmCAS Application: The University of Houston College of Pharmacy participates in the Pharmacy College Application Service (PharmCAS), a national centralized application service.
2. Supplemental Application: The UH College of Pharmacy requires a Supplemental Application and a Supplemental Application fee ($100) to be submitted online.
3. Interview Days: Applicants selected for interviews will receive their invitations via email.
4. Seat Deposit: Applicants who receive official notice of conditional acceptance into the Pharm.D. program must submit a nonrefundable $400.00 seat deposit.

Admissions Information

• Priority Admission: For the possibility of being offered admission by November 7, students are encouraged to pursue Priority Admission.
• Application Deadlines:
  • Priority: October 1, 2025
  • Regular: April 1, 2026
• Required Materials:
  • Official transcripts
  • Letters of reference
  • Volunteer service documentation
  • Supplemental Application fee ($100)
  • International Transcript Evaluation Process (if applicable)
  • Residency Questionnaire (documentation may be required if requesting in-state 'Texas' residency)
  • Important Disclosures
  • Technical Standards
  • Certification Page

Admissions Requirements

To review all admission requirements, students can visit the PharmCAS school page for the University of Houston College of Pharmacy.

Supplemental Application Materials

The following items are to be mailed directly to UHCOP:

• Official U.S. high school transcript to verify completion of one year of high school physics (ONLY if requesting College Physics exemption)
• Credit by Examination Documentation (if applicable)
• Official, sealed international transcripts (ONLY if requesting International Coursework Evaluation)

Research

The College of Pharmacy is involved in various research areas, including:

• Research Centers and Institutes
• Core Laboratory
• Collaborations
• Research Education Opportunities
• Office of Research

Academic Departments

The College of Pharmacy has the following academic departments:

• Pharmacy Practice and Translational Research
• Pharmacological and Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Pharmaceutical Health Outcomes and Policy
• People

Current Students

Current students can access the following resources:

• Pharm.D.
• Graduate Students Overview
• Dual and Consecutive Degree Programs
• Library and Learning Resources
• Commencement
• Student Services Directory
• Student Handbooks, Policies and Procedures

News & Events

The College of Pharmacy hosts various events, including:

• Events
• Publications

Alumni & Friends

Alumni and friends can stay connected through:

• Alumni and Friends
• Golden Cougars
• Alumni Reunions
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Pharmacy Alumni Associations

Giving

The College of Pharmacy offers various giving opportunities, including:

• Where to Give
• Types of Gifts
• Giving Societies
• Make a Gift