University of Hawai'i at Hilo

Doctor of Pharmacy

University of Hawai'i at Hilo

Degree:Doctorate
Field of Study:Pharmacy (PharmD [USA], PharmD or BS/BPharm [Canada])
Cost per year:*
National: $56,201

Cost is an approximation converted to Canadian dollars.



Careers:Pharmacists

Description:

The University of Hawai'i at Hilo’s Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy (DKICP) offers a four-year course of study leading to the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree.

The curriculum, rooted in basic, biomedical, and pharmaceutical sciences, is designed for students to acquire knowledge of the scientific underpinnings of pharmacy practice. The social, behavioral and administrative sciences that inform pharmaceutical care are integrated throughout the curriculum.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    The Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree program in the United States requires at least 2-years of specific pre-professional (undergraduate) coursework followed by 4-academic years (or 3-calendar years) of professional study. The bachelor's (B.S.) of pharmacy degree is no longer offered in the U.S.

    International Applicants are welcome to the Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy. In addition to the requirements listed for domestic applicants (Before You Apply |PharmCAS, Checklist for Applicants ), international applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English. International applicants must have foreign transcripts evaluated by a foreign transcript evaluation service . For more information please see International Applicants Requirements and Exemptions.

    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Statement of Research Interests

    Applicants are also required to have the following:

    • A personal statement
    • Two professional letters of recommendation electronic letters of reference (eLORs ) are required, applicable fee(s)
    • Official transcripts from all regionally-accredited colleges and/or universities attended

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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