PharmD

GUIDELINES FOR ADMISSION TO THE COLLABORATIVE 2+4 DOCTOR OF PHARMACY PROGRAM

The PharmD Admissions Committee is seeking the following minimum requirements. In order to remain in the program(s), a participant must achieve or maintain the following:

• Earn (on the 4.00 grading system) the following minimum grade point averages at College of Staten Island:
  • Prerequisite course science and mathematics GPA 3.00 (85th percentile or grade B on the 100-point scale) 
  • Each prerequisite course must successfully be completed with a grade equal to, or greater than, a C (2.00) by the end of the summer semester prior to fall admission.
  • For the Fall entering class, students will have completed at least one year of English composition, one year of biology, one year of general chemistry, one year of organic chemistry, one year of calculus, one semester of statistics, one semester of microbiology, one semester of anatomy, one year of physiology, one semester of biochemistry, and one semester of any social or behavioral science (see the Undergraduate Catalog) and all University at Buffalo Curriculum requirements by the end of the summer semester prior to the fall semester in which the student will enter the first year of the PharmD program. See here: Prerequisite Courses.
• Submit an application through the Pharmacy College Application Service (PharmCAS) during the Fall of their sophomore year no later than October 1 following these steps: PharmCAS Application Steps.
• The PCAT (The Pharmacy College Admissions Test) is optional.   Students may submit test scores* to strengthen their admission consideration if they meet one or more of the following criteria: 
  • Overall GPA is below 3.0/4.0 
  • Overall grades in math and science courses are below 3.0/B 
  • Math and science prerequisites were taken 5+ years ago 
  • Grades have trended downward over time 
  • Information on Calculating Your PharmCAS GPAs 

• Submit a favorable letter of recommendation from the College of Staten Island’s Pre-Medical Advisory Committee as one of the 2 required PharmCAS letters of recommendation.
• Maintain the appropriate moral and ethical standards necessary for admission and for the eventual attainment of professional licensure.
• Upon invitation, the University at Buffalo will also require a formal interview with designated interviewers as part of the PharmD admissions process. Information regarding this requirement will be provided following the receipt of all application documents.
• Selection is based on scholastic achievement, aptitude, personal qualifications, and evidence of motivation toward pharmacy. These are judged from the college record, grade point average, the PCAT, letters of reference and evaluation, and a personal interview. In addition to intellectual and academic competence, the School's Admissions Committee considers communication skills, leadership ability, community service, health care-related or research experience, and motivation for pursuing a career in pharmacy.
• All students enrolled in the PharmD program must submit a Criminal Background Check (CBC) and a Drug Screen from a vendor approved by UB SPPS at the student’s expense. The CBC is due within 15 days of the acceptance confirmation email. Drug Screens will be assigned throughout the four years in the professional program.
• At the end of the first and second years at UB SPPS, participants must submit an official transcript of grades to the PharmD Admissions Committee. Their performance in the program will be evaluated and they will receive a written or electronic response informing them of their status. Failure of a participant to achieve or maintain these standards will result in his or her removal from the program. Unsuccessful application or discontinuance following acceptance will not preclude direct application to the University at Buffalo through its PharmCAS application process and will not be considered in any future admissions review process.
• College of Staten Island students would identify intent to pursue the 2+4 within the first 30 credit hours to ensure they can meet all course requirements during the Associate’s degree program. Students should make every effort to maintain continuous enrollment at College of Staten Island.

GUIDELINES FOR ADMISSION TO THE COLLABORATIVE 3+4 DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARMD) PROGRAM

Requirements

The PharmD Admissions Committee is seeking the following minimum requirements. In order to remain in the program(s), a participant must achieve or maintain the following:

• Earn (on the 4.00 grading system) the following minimum grade point averages at College of Staten Island:
  • Prerequisite course science and mathematics GPA 3.00 (85th percentile or grade B on the 100-point scale) 
  • Each prerequisite course must successfully be completed with a grade equal to, or greater than, a C (2.00) by the end of the summer semester prior to fall admission.
  • For the Fall entering class, students will have completed at least one year of English composition, one year of biology, one year of general chemistry, one year of organic chemistry, one year of calculus, one semester of statistics, one semester of microbiology, one semester of anatomy, one year of physiology, one semester of biochemistry, and one semester of any social or behavioral science (see the Undergraduate Catalog) and all University at Buffalo Curriculum requirements by the end of the summer semester prior to the fall semester in which the student will enter the first year of the PharmD program. See here: Prerequisite Courses.
• Submit an application through the Pharmacy College Application Service (PharmCAS) during the Fall of their junior year no later than October 1 following these steps: PharmCAS Application Steps.
• The PCAT (The Pharmacy College Admissions Test) is optional.   Students may submit test scores* to strengthen their admission consideration if they meet one or more of the following criteria: 
  • Overall GPA is below 3.0/4.0 
  • Overall grades in math and science courses are below 3.0/B 
  • Math and science prerequisites were taken 5+ years ago 
  • Grades have trended downward over time 
  • Information on Calculating Your PharmCAS GPAs 

• Submit a favorable letter of recommendation from the College of Staten Island’s Pre-Medical Advisory Committee as one of the 2 required PharmCAS letters of recommendation.
• Maintain the appropriate moral and ethical standards necessary for admission and for the eventual attainment of professional licensure.
• Upon invitation, the University at Buffalo will also require a formal interview with designated interviewers as part of the PharmD admissions process. Information regarding this requirement will be provided following the receipt of all application documents.
• Selection is based on scholastic achievement, aptitude, personal qualifications, and evidence of motivation toward pharmacy. These are judged from the college record, grade point average, the PCAT, letters of reference and evaluation, a Supplemental Admission Application, and a personal interview. In addition to intellectual and academic competence, the School's Admissions Committee considers communication skills, leadership ability, community service, health care-related or research experience, and motivation for pursuing a career in Pharmacy.
• All students enrolled in the PharmD program must submit a Criminal Background Check (CBC) and a Drug Screen from a vendor approved by UB SPPS at the student’s expense. The CBC is due within 15 days of the acceptance confirmation email. Drug Screens will be assigned throughout the four years in the professional program.
• At the end of the first and second years at UB SPPS, participants must submit an official transcript of grades to the PharmD Admissions Committee. Their performance in the program will be evaluated and they will receive a written or electronic response informing them of their status. Failure of a participant to achieve or maintain these standards will result in his or her removal from the program. Unsuccessful application or discontinuance following acceptance will not preclude direct application to the University at Buffalo through its PharmCAS application process and will not be considered in any future admissions review process.
• A candidate in good standing will have the option of spending the fourth year of the program at College of Staten Island to complete a baccalaureate degree rather than at the University at Buffalo in the first year of the PharmD program. Choosing this option will necessarily extend the length of the program to eight years. During the fourth year at College, a participant must maintain the same academic standards as specified for the first three years in order to remain in good standing. The student would need to reapply through PharmCAS in the fourth year. Additionally, a student in good academic standing may return to CSI during the fourth year (after the conclusion of the Fall or Spring semester).

GUIDELINES FOR ADMISSION TO THE 4+4 COLLABORATIVE DOCTOR OF PHARMACY PROGRAM

The PharmD Admissions Committee is seeking the following minimum requirements. In order to remain in the program(s), a participant must achieve or maintain the following:

• Earn (on the 4.00 grading system) the following minimum grade point averages at College of Staten Island:
  • Prerequisite course science and mathematics GPA 3.00 (85th percentile or grade B on the 100-point scale) 
  • Each prerequisite course must successfully be completed with a grade equal to, or greater than, a C (2.00) by the end of the summer semester prior to fall admission.
  • For the Fall entering class, students will have completed at least one year of English composition, one year of biology, one year of general chemistry, one year of organic chemistry, one year of calculus, one semester of statistics, one semester of microbiology, one semester of anatomy, one year of physiology, one semester of biochemistry, and one semester of any social or behavioral science (see the Undergraduate Catalog) and all University at Buffalo Curriculum requirements by the end of the summer semester prior to the fall semester in which the student will enter the first year of the PharmD program. See here: Prerequisite Courses.
• Submit an application through the Pharmacy College Application Service (PharmCAS) during the Fall of their senior year no later than October 1 following these steps: PharmCAS Application Steps.
• The PCAT (The Pharmacy College Admissions Test) is optional.   Students may submit test scores* to strengthen their admission consideration if they meet one or more of the following criteria: 
  • Overall GPA is below 3.0/4.0 
  • Overall grades in math and science courses are below 3.0/B 
  • Math and science prerequisites were taken 5+ years ago 
  • Grades have trended downward over time 
  • Information on Calculating Your PharmCAS GPAs 

• Submit a favorable letter of recommendation from the College of Staten Island’s Pre-Medical Advisory Committee as one of the 2 required PharmCAS letters of recommendation.
• Maintain the appropriate moral and ethical standards necessary for admission and for the eventual attainment of professional licensure.
• Upon invitation, the University at Buffalo will also require a formal interview with designated interviewers as part of the PharmD admissions process. Information regarding this requirement will be provided following the receipt of all application documents.
• Selection is based on scholastic achievement, aptitude, personal qualifications, and evidence of motivation toward Pharmacy. These are judged from the college record, grade point average, the PCAT, letters of reference and evaluation, a Supplemental Admission Application, and a personal interview. In addition to intellectual and academic competence, the School's Admissions Committee considers communication skills, leadership ability, community service, health care-related or research experience, and motivation for pursuing a career in Pharmacy.
• All students enrolled in the PharmD program must submit a Criminal Background Check (CBC) and a Drug Screen from a vendor approved by UB SPPS at the student’s expense. The CBC is due within 15 days of the acceptance confirmation email. Drug Screens will be assigned throughout the four years in the professional program.
• At the end of the first and second years at UB SPPS, participants must submit an official transcript of grades to the PharmD Admissions Committee. Their performance in the program will be evaluated and they will receive a written or electronic response informing them of their status. Failure of a participant to achieve or maintain these standards will result in his or her removal from the program. Unsuccessful application or discontinuance following acceptance will not preclude direct application to the University at Buffalo through its PharmCAS application process and will not be considered in any future admissions review process.