Admissions Cycle
The 2022-23 admissions cycle has begun. Students applying for seats in the College of Pharmacy’s class beginning fall of 2022 should do so today via PharmCAS, a Centralized Application Service that allows prospective students to file one application with multiple schools and colleges of pharmacy.
Other Information You’ll Find on PharmCAS
Once you begin the application process on PharmCAS, you will see other information you should know about and understand, including:
- Application deadlines
- Admission requirements, such as:
- Bachelor’s degree OR Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT)
- Pre-requisite Coursework
- Required background check and drug screening
- Suggestions regarding Letters of Recommendation (LORs)
Admission Requirements
You’ll find this information on our Admission Requirements page.
Other Considerations
Outstanding applicants will also have taken courses in biochemistry, genetics, physics, statistics, leadership development and cultural diversity.
Additional consideration will be given to those with volunteer, patient care, pharmacy and/or military experience. Students who have questions about their qualifications (courses, GPA, experience, etc.) should contact the admissions office.
Advanced Placement Credits
Advanced Placement credits will be accepted for fulfillment of no more than the equivalent of one non-science course of the prerequisite.
PCAT and GPA
We do not require the Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT), except for students who don't have a bachelor's degree or hold a bachelor's degree from a foreign institution. However, students who have a less than competitive GPA can often offset that GPA with a high PCAT score.
International Applicants
For the 2022-2023 application cycle, applicants must be U.S. citizens or have permanent resident status.
Applicants educated outside the U.S. must utilize a transcript evaluation service to verify their degree and coursework. The academic record must show credits and grades equivalent to those given by U.S. institutions of higher learning.
English Language Requirement
Applicants who have not earned a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution must also submit official scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), regardless of the official language of the country in which the education took place or the predominant language of the degree-granting institution.
Scores should be sent directly using Marshall B. Ketchum University. When you register for the exam, use Code 4893 to ensure we receive your score. Minimum TOEFL scores are noted below:
- Reading 22/30
- Listening 22/30
- Speaking 26/30
- Writing 24/30
Transfer Policy
Transfer applicants are only considered for entry into the first or second professional year. Students wishing to transfer from another pharmacy school or college in the U.S. should apply through PharmCAS and must meet the following criteria:
- Be in good academic and disciplinary standing at the transferring institution
- Supply a letter of recommendation and permission from the chief executive officer or designee of the transferring institution
- Supply a letter from each of two full-time members of the faculty of the transferring institution recommending the transfer
- Provide a letter explaining in detail why the transfer is being requested including appropriate documentation that substantiates the reason
- Meet all current admissions requirements and standards of The College of Pharmacy
- Supply official transcripts of all collegiate work completed, including that taken at the transferring institution
- Supply course outlines for all Pharmacy coursework for which advanced standing credit is desired
- Submit the appropriate application materials. Decisions on transfer applications are made by the Admissions Committee in cooperation with the Office of Academic Affairs.
Transfer credit will only be granted for courses passed with a “C” or better (must achieve passing score in a Pass/Fail course) and taken in a Doctor of Pharmacy program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE).
Factors we consider include: Available space, admissions standards, reason for the transfer request, course equivalencies, and the applicant’s personal attributes.
Additional Admissions Information
Non-Discrimination Statement
MBKU is committed to providing an environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism. In accordance with applicable federal and state laws, it is University policy to prevent the unlawful discrimination against students, applicants for admission, employees, applicants for employment and patients requesting treatment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The University also prohibits sexual harassment and harassment on any of the above bases (please refer to the Title IX page for more information).
Inquiries regarding the University’s equal opportunity policies should be directed to the Vice President for Student Affairs at studentaffairs@ketchum.edu for students and the Vice President for Human Resources at humanresources@ketchum.edu for employees.
For further information on notice of non-discrimination, please contact the Office for Civil Rights for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1.800.421.3481.
Disability Services & Policies
MBKU welcomes students with disabilities to apply to our health professional programs. Please view our Disability Services Information for Prospective Students.
Mandatory Professional Licensure Disclosure
In compliance with Federal Regulations, 34 CFR §668.43 (2019 Rule), and State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (SARA) Manual version 19.2, the College of Pharmacy at Marshall B. Ketchum University provides the following disclosure related to the educational requirements for professional licensure in Pharmacy. Please view our Mandatory Professional Licensure Disclosure.