Pharmacy Admissions

• Applicants should possess a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 (preferred) on a 4.0 scale on all previous college work; grades for all undergraduate coursework attempted are included in the calculation of the overall undergraduate GPA which is the primary GPA used in the admissions process
• Grades below "C" cannot be accepted for any math or science course
• No more than 6 hours of CLEP or credit by examination will be accepted to meet the pre-pharmacy requirements; such credit must be listed on the official transcript
• Advanced Placement (AP) credit may be used to satisfy prerequisite coursework provided that the AP credit is accepted by the applicant's institution and is posted on the applicant's official academic transcript
• All science courses must be majors courses; non-majors courses will not fulfill the requirements
• The speech requirement should be fulfilled with a public speaking course
• The economics requirement must be fulfilled with either microeconomics, macroeconomics or accounting
• No credit toward the 64 semester hour requirement will be accepted for military science or physical education courses
• The calculus requirement may not be fulfilled with a business calculus course
• All pre-pharmacy course requirements must be satisfied prior to matriculation
• Students must have a minimum of 72 semester hours of undergraduate coursework completed prior to enrollment to be eligible for consideration for graduate or professional level Federal Student Loan assistance.

Prospective pharmacy students are strongly encouraged to obtain work experience in a pharmacy setting. An example of appropriate experience is as a pharmacy technician in either a hospital or community pharmacy.

Personal interviews for the next entering class will begin in September. Throughout the duration of the interview process, applicants are accepted to the Doctor of Pharmacy program on a continual basis until the class is full.

Application Procedures

1. All applicants are required to submit the PharmCAS application via the PharmCAS website: www.pharmcas.org. Students should submit the PharmCAS application, application fee, and have official transcripts from each university attended sent to PharmCAS.
   
   
2. Prerequisite coursework must be completed prior to matriculation; however, coursework may be in progress or planned at the time of application without it negatively impacting a student’s application.
   
   
3. All application materials must be completed and postmarked by the application deadline to be considered for interviews.
   
   
4. Timeline/Deadlines
   
   July 11, 2024 - PharmCAS Application Cycle Opens
   May 1, 2025 - Application Deadline
   
   
5. Rolling Admissions: Personal interviews for the next entering class will begin in September. Throughout the duration of the interview process, qualified applicants are accepted to the Doctor of Pharmacy program on a continual basis until the class is full.
   
   
6. Prospective pharmacy students are strongly encouraged to obtain work experience in a pharmacy setting. An example of appropriate experience is as a pharmacy technician in either a hospital or community pharmacy.

Please contact the Office of Admissions if you have further questions. Direct all materials and inquiries to:

Mailing Address:
Harding University College of Pharmacy
Office of Admissions
915 E. Market Avenue #12230
Searcy, AR 72149-5615

Phone: 501-299-9150
Email: pharmacy@harding.edu

You will receive confirmation of receipt of application materials via email approximately one week after submitting your materials. If additional information is required, you will be notified and given adequate time to submit the required items.

1. Submit all application materials as requested in the “Application Procedures” section.
2. If English is not your native language you must send TOEFL scores. Harding University’s TOEFL code is 6267. The TOEFL is not required if an applicant completes a B.A. or B.S. degree within the United States.
3. Submit documentation of financial ability to pay all expenses for the first year of study at Harding University College of Pharmacy, and demonstrate adequate coverage for health insurance in the United States.
4. If currently in the United States, a copy of the student’s status with the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) (i.e. I-20, I-94, and F-1 or H-4Visa). International students MUST have a U.S. Social Security Number in order to apply for an Arkansas Intern License.
5. Harding University’s College of Pharmacy will not accept or review foreign course work. Courses completed at a college or university outside the United States must be evaluated by World Education Services (WES) www.wes.org or a similar organization. Credit will be given only for the number of hours as evaluated by WES or that is transferred to a U.S. accredited college or university.

Harding University's College of Pharmacy program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, 190 S. LaSalle Street Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60603; 312-664-3575; fax: 312-664-4652.

The Gateway for Onboarding Learners of Distinction (GOLD) Program is intended to guarantee highly qualified students a position in the College of Pharmacy Pharm.D. program after the successful completion of prerequisite courses and maintenance of certain academic criteria at Harding University or an affiliated college or university.

Program cost for 2024-25 academic year:

*Tuition for students taking fewer than 7 hours per summer term or 12 hours per fall/spring term is $1,181/credit hour.

Note: Tuition and fees are subject to change based on the recommendation and approval of the Board of Trustees. Any new tuition and fee schedule is effective at the beginning of the summer term.

Learn more about the Federal Financial Aid Cost of Attendance and find a comprehensive listing of expenses that may be associated with enrollment.

For specific financial aid information, contact the Student Financial Services Office at 501-279-4081.

Pharmacy Scholarship Resources:

harding.edu/gradresources

www.ncpafoundation.org/scholarships/

Financial aid information:

Contact the Student Financial Services Office at 501-279-4257.

Tuition and fees are subject to change based on the recommendation and approval of Harding's Board of Trustees. Any new tuition and fee schedule is effective at the beginning of the summer term.

Students are required to authorize and submit to a criminal background check with fingerprinting, including background checks for sex offenses and crimes against minors to obtain an Arkansas pharmacy intern license; some clinical sites require updated criminal background checks and random drug testing; these additional costs would be the students' responsibility; non-compliance with the criminal background checks and/or drug testing policies may be cause for dismissal from the program.

Pharmacists are visible and trusted leaders in the community who play a vital role in our health care. When you open the door to Pharmacy, the opportunities and settings are endless!

Let us create a personalized visit for you!

Contact Kathryn Robison mkrobison1@harding.edu for more information.

Proficiency in basic computer skills (word-processing, databases, Internet searches, email) is expected of all entering students, as the curriculum will incorporate the use of computer technology. Additionally, all students in the program will be expected to have access to the Internet. Students are required to have their own laptop computer upon entry into the program. All students will be expected to purchase or have the required medical equipment needed to meet program requirements. An approved lab coat with a school-issued patch is provided.

Each student must carry professional liability insurance coverage, which is included in tuition.

Portions of the curriculum require travel to various locations. Clinical experiences entail travel to clinical sites. Students must provide their own transportation to experiential sites and classroom activities. It is therefore required that all pharmacy students have a means of transportation. This includes a valid driver's license and current auto liability insurance if transportation is to be provided through a personal vehicle. Doctor of Pharmacy students are responsible for all costs associated with travel and off-campus clinical experiences. Transportation and food are the most common out-of pocket expenses. Some sites will require additional living arrangements to be made, which will be the student's responsibility.

To obtain an Arkansas pharmacy intern license, students are required to authorize and submit to a criminal background check with fingerprinting, including sex offenses and crimes against minors. An Arkansas pharmacy intern license is required for participation in the Doctor of Pharmacy program. Inability to obtain an Arkansas pharmacy intern license would be cause for dismissal from the Doctor of Pharmacy program. Some students may also be expected to submit to random drug testing required by clinical practice sites. These additional costs are the students' responsibility. Non-compliance with the criminal background checks and/or drug testing policies may be cause for dismissal from the program. Criminal background checks and drug screens are common pre-employment procedures.

Health Policies

Applicants selected for admission to the program must provide evidence of good health, no communicable diseases, and required immunizations and screenings prior to matriculation. Forms are available to those accepted into the program.

Immunizations and screening tests required are as follows:

1. Hepatitis B series and titer (this can take up to 7 months to complete).
2. Two MMRs or positive measles, mumps, and rubella titer.
3. Tetanus/diphtheria (DPT, DTaP, or Td) primary series and Tetanus-Diphtheria-Pertussis (Tdap) booster; booster must be kept up-to-date through completion of the fourth professional year.
4. Evidence of varicella immunity is required by written documentation of one of the following: two doses of varicella vaccine given at least 28 days apart, or laboratory confirmation of immunity (titer).
5. Results of a PPD tuberculin skin test (measurements must be in millimeters), a QuantiFERON Gold test, or a chest X-ray performed within three months prior to matriculation and must be repeated annually while enrolled.
6. Influenza vaccine is required but will be administered by the College during the fall semester.
7. Two doses of any vaccine against COVID-19 are required. No booster is currently required but is subject to change based on Experiential Education sites.

Additionally, all pharmacy students are required to maintain health insurance and CPR certification. A copy of the front and back of the health insurance card should be submitted to myRecordTracker prior to admission and annually while in the program.