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Doctor of Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy Program at SWOSU

The SWOSU College of Pharmacy is accepting applications for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 admission.  If you are not ready for Fall admission, then you can apply to begin studies the following Spring. With our unique twice-yearly admissions, students have the flexibility to begin Doctor of Pharmacy studies in the Fall or Spring!

To apply, click on the Admissions tab below, then click on SWOSU Application to enter the Admissions Portal and complete the application. Designate your program as Doctor of Pharmacy and select the semester and year in which you wish to be considered for admission.

The SWOSU College of Pharmacy has a Rapid Admissions Process.  After submission of a completed application with an uploaded unofficial transcript, qualified applicants will receive a timely interview invitation and an admission decision.Thank you for your interest in the SWOSU College of Pharmacy and our Doctor of Pharmacy program!

Established in 1939, the College of Pharmacy at SWOSU has positioned itself as one of the best educational values for pharmacy in the nation. SWOSU's Doctor of Pharmacy program provides a dynamic educational environment for students to develop the personal, professional and intellectual skills needed to advance the profession of pharmacy. Our graduates are reputable and successful leaders in all areas of the pharmacy practice.

The SWOSU College of Pharmacy provides a supportive, family environment with small class sizes and personalized learning. You will be able to interact with and get to know your instructors as well as the Dean!

A dual degree program is available for students to earn a Doctor of Pharmacy and a Master's in Business Administration or a Master of Science in Health Information Management. Students can also further distinguish themselves through a degree specialization program in Pharmacy Leadership, Innovation and Quality Outcomes, as well as specialty practice certifications. SWOSU is affiliated with Pharmacy Residency Programs, which provide opportunities for postgraduate training.

One of the most unique attributes of the SWOSU College of Pharmacy is twice yearly admission with the flexibility and convenience of beginning studies in the fall or spring.

After admission to the College of Pharmacy, students will spend four years studying pharmaceutical sciences and pharmacotherapy, including a year of rotations in a variety of pharmacy practice settings. Graduates earn both the Doctor of Pharmacy degree and a BS in Pharmaceutical Sciences. SWOSU pharmacy graduates have consistently scored above the national average on licensing exams and are highly competitive and successful candidates for many different pharmacy career opportunities.

Spring Admission

Applications are accepted throughout the year until October 31 for admission in the following Spring semester.

Fall Admission

Applications are accepted throughout the year until July 31 for Fall admission. 

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Kaylen Schier
"The SWOSU College of Pharmacy has affordable tuition costs and small class sizes with personable professors. I love the positive and encouraging learning environment and the constant support provided to students. The College of Pharmacy also has a high level of academic achievement and post-graduate success. The student organizations are engaged in community outreach, and everyone feels involved. My favorite event is our PharmCorp pharmacy boot camp for high school students."
Kaylen Schier
P4 student from Antlers, Oklahoma
Adrian Tomaskovic
"Our professors provide the real-world experience and mentorship that extends beyond the classroom. The experienced and committed leadership of our amazing faculty make the difference and provide the environment to succeed and advance in any role. My five years here have only confirmed my initial observations of my visit my junior year of high school: SWOSU COP is a family that values each student while equipping the next generation of pharmacists."
Adrian Tomaskovic
P4 student from Houston, Texas
Elizabeth Brown
"I chose the SWOSU College of Pharmacy for the feeling of community while attending college. What I like most about this program is the holistic approach to teach the students about pharmacy practices as well as the opportunity to work with younger students as a Teacher's Assistant throughout the hands-on labs."
Elizabeth Brown
May 2023 graduate from Vinson, Oklahoma
Garrett Fowler
"While choosing my preferred College of Pharmacy, I spoke with several pharmacists about their colleges. Every pharmacist that attended the SWOSU College of Pharmacy spoke highly of the professors and program. One thing that I have grown to love while attending the SWOSU College of Pharmacy, is the family environment that was portrayed by professors and staff. They are all very inviting, caring, and understanding of our progress in this program."
Garrett Fowler
P2 student from Allen, Oklahoma
Su Xhian Lim
"I chose the SWOSU College of Pharmacy as my home initially because of its small classes and affordability. During my time in the College of Pharmacy, I feel like my classmates have become my second family while the professors really take the time to get to know you."
Su Xhian Lim
P4 student from Chickasha, Oklahoma
Kaylen Schier
"The SWOSU College of Pharmacy has affordable tuition costs and small class sizes with personable professors. I love the positive and encouraging learning environment and the constant support provided to students. The College of Pharmacy also has a high level of academic achievement and post-graduate success. The student organizations are engaged in community outreach, and everyone feels involved. My favorite event is our PharmCorp pharmacy boot camp for high school students."
Kaylen Schier
P4 student from Antlers, Oklahoma
Adrian Tomaskovic
"Our professors provide the real-world experience and mentorship that extends beyond the classroom. The experienced and committed leadership of our amazing faculty make the difference and provide the environment to succeed and advance in any role. My five years here have only confirmed my initial observations of my visit my junior year of high school: SWOSU COP is a family that values each student while equipping the next generation of pharmacists."
Adrian Tomaskovic
P4 student from Houston, Texas
 
 
 

 

Program highlights

Our graduates excel in fields like clinical pharmacy, hospital pharmacy,
retail pharmacy, research, academia, nuclear pharmacy, and more! 

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Prerequisites

Students must first complete two years of pre-professional study, including general education courses, as well as specific courses in biology, chemistry, physics, and math.

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Unique Attributes

SWOSU has the only Doctor of Pharmacy program in the nation that admits twice yearly. We offer a 2 + 4 YEAR PROGRAM (two years of undergraduate study for pre-requisites and four years in the professional program).  We do not require or give preference to students with a degree.

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Pass Rates

Our NAPLEX first-time pass rates are consistently above the national average, ranging from 91-100%.

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Small class size & Affordability

SWOSU is selected as one of the best value and lowest cost programs in the Southern region and ranks #3 in the nation. And each class is limited to 30-50 students.

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Admissions Criteria

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