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Doctor of Pharmacy
Pharm.D.

Do I have what it takes to be a Pharmacist?
  • Desire to be an expert in drug therapy
  • Strong interest in science and math
  • Strong communication and problem solving skills
  • Proficiency with computers
Why Wayne State University?
The Faculty of Pharmacy have developed a contemporary curriculum for the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) program that allows interaction with patients and healthcare professionals throughout the four-year program. The Pharmacy program is located in one of the world's leading urban research universities with the reputation of training excellent healthcare professionals. Graduates of the Pharmacy professional program consistently score higher than the national and state averages on the NAPLEX (national licensing exam).
Career Information
For guidance regarding a career in pharmacy, the following list of associations can provide you with further information:

AACP (American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy) (703)739-2330

APhA (American Pharmacists Association) (202)628-4410

ASHP (American Society of Health-System Pharmacists) (301)657-3000

NCPA (National Community Pharmacists Association) (703)683-8200

www.pfizercareerguides.com

Check out the PharmD FAQ for information about the application and admission process.