Doctor of Pharmacy
(PharmD)
A Degree That Gives You Competitive Advantage
85
Students
Average Class Size
4:1
Student-to-Faculty
Ratio
90%
Residency
Match Rate
250+
Rotation Sites
and 600+ Preceptors
93%
Satisfied with
Post-Graduation Employment Plans
97%
Graduation Rate
10-Yr Average
A Program Built For Your Success
Join a community of future pharmacy leaders to get your Doctor of Pharmacy degree from a top-ranked program at the University of Michigan and access a preeminent healthcare ecosystem, Michigan Medicine. A PharmD from U-M closes the gap between student and pharmacist and ensures that you are well-equipped to excel.
In The
Classroom
Join a program purposefully designed to expose you to every aspect of the field. In your first three years, you will have a mix of courses like therapeutics and hand-ons experience in different practice and lab settings.
Experiential
Education
Apply your new skills to real-world scenarios through Experiential Education rotations. Explore more than 250+ rotation options with 600+ preceptors ready to show you what it takes to be a successful pharmacist.
Community
Engagement
Participate in dozens of community health events including vaccine clinics, medication disposal and blood pressure screenings – equipping you with the skills to become a qualified clinician.
Real-World
Research
Stand out to future employers with one of the only PharmD programs in the country offering students cutting-edge research opportunities embedded in the curriculum.
Pharmacy
Phamilies
Meet several times a year to socialize, discuss goals and career paths and provide general support to one another during pharmacy school.
Why Choose Our PharmD Program?
- Career Choices: Industry, Clinical & Community Practice, Academia, Government & More!
- Ranked #2 Nationally
- Learn in a State-of-the-Art Facility and Brand-New Building
- Train With Faculty Who are Leaders in their Fields
- Hands-On Learning Through Rotations and Community Involvement
Hear What Our Alumni Have to Say
Jenny Shang
PharmD Graduate
"At U-M you are able to learn a lot and really develop your skills. With the resources you have here, you can go into many different areas of pharmacy."
Thomas Sennef
PharmD Graduate
"U-M grads love helping people who also went here, so they help give advice, retouch your cover letters and assist with your resume. It’s valuable not only when searching for your first job, but once you’re in the field, when people see you went to the U-M, it means something more."
Natalya Salganik
PharmD Graduate
"The kind of resources you get here are unparalleled. You can really expand on your skills both personally and professionally."
Sara Blodgett
PharmD Graduate
"The U-M College of Pharmacy gave me the clinical knowledge I need and the opportunity to learn the skills for my career path, and they prepared me for my fellowship position."
Curriculum at a Glance
The first three years are focused on coursework as well as integrating introductory pharmacy practice experiences (IPPEs) throughout the curriculum. The fourth year gives you hands-on advanced pharmacy practice experiences through nine five-week rotations.
First Year (P1)
Foundational Pharmaceutical Sciences
Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacology
Patient Communications
Second Year (P2)
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacology
Therapeutics
Health Systems
Scientific Inquiry
Community-Based Learning
PharmD Investigation Project
Third Year (P3)
Therapeutics
Interprofessional Education
Acute Care Practice
PharmD Investigation Project
Fourth Year (P4)
Advanced Rotations
PharmD Seminar
Research Forum
Graduate with Career Choices
From Bedsides and Boardrooms to Community Pharmacies and Classrooms
Graduating Class of 2024:
53%
Residency
9%
Job
5%
Post-Grad Degree
21%
Fellowship
PharmD degree can open doors to a number of areas including:
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Clinical Pharmacy
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Community and Hospital Pharmacy
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Pharmaceutical Industry and Healthcare Companies
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Federal Agencies
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Academia
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Entrepreneurship
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Infectious Disease
Phamily-First Approach
Be Welcomed Into Our Pharmacy Phamilies Program
Our phamily structure is a mentorship program which groups P1- P4 year students with a faculty mentor helping guide you through your educational journey.
But it’s not all books and science; you’ll engage in activities with your phamily during your entire four years of school.
Experience the Michigan Difference
A PharmD at U-M is Affordable
With competitive tuition rates and access to financial aid and scholarship support, a PharmD might be more affordable than you think.
Student Life and Wellness
Join a student organization, make lifelong friends and explore everything Ann Arbor has to offer.
Focus on Career Development
Reach your full potential with professional development workshops and resources.
Ready to Apply?
Learn about admission requirements and view the next steps toward earning a Doctor of Pharmacy at the University of Michigan.
