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Getting Started with your Pharmacy Education
The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) School of Pharmacy Doctor of Pharmacy follows a 2+4 model. This means that applicants to our program are admitted to the four-year professional degree program after they have completed at least 2 years of college. These first two years can be completed at SIUE. View the list of pre-pharmacy courses.
The Class of 2019 has achieved a board pass rate of 95.83% on the North American Pharmacist Licensure Exam (NAPLEX) ! The SIUE School of Pharmacy continues to rank above state and national averages AND #1 out of all schools in Illinois and Missouri on the NAPLEX! Our NAPLEX pass rate of 95.85% for first-time test-takers (2009-2019) EXCEEDS state and national averages. That puts us in the Top 20 out of 135 schools of pharmacy across the US! A complete list of pass rates for all schools of pharmacy can be found here. View all our Academic Statistics.
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Discover more about our Dual Degree Programs
Concurrent PharmD and Master of Business Administration
Concurrent PharmD and MS in Healthcare Informatics
New for Fall 2021 Admissions - NO PCAT Required!
US residents from all 50 states are eligible for our low in-state tuition.
Freshmen who enter SIUE directly from high school may be considered for the Conditional Entry Program.
Check out some Fast Facts about the SIUE School of Pharmacy.
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Located on 2,660 beautiful acres in southern Illinois, approximately 25 minutes from St. Louis, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville has one of the safest university campuses in the United States. Come visit us and see what makes the SIUE School of Pharmacy a great place to earn your PharmD degree!
We encourage you to visit SIUE early in your decision making process. Community college and university students are especially encouraged to make individual appointments with the Office of Professional and Student Affairs. Schedule a campus visit, then contact the SIUE School of Pharmacy at 618-650‑5150 for an individual appointment to discuss the School's admissions process.
Have questions? Want answers? Join the Office of Professional and Student Affairs on Tuesday, May 19th or May 26th @ 1:00 pm CST for a Virtual Academic Session. You will discover more about SIUE’s professional Pharmacy program, the pathways to admission, and tips for students who are interested in getting started. Whether you’re a transfer student, a high school student, or a career changer, you’ll be able to talk with our academic advisor while learning more about SIUE’s PharmD program. Register Today!
Make plans to join the SIUE School of Pharmacy at the upcoming AACP Pharmacy School Virtual Fair on Monday, May 18th! This is a FREE online event but you need to register. Be sure to stop in our chat room to talk with current students, alumni, staff and faculty at the SIUE School of Pharmacy. We look forward to meeting you and answering your questions about our outstanding academic program here at the SIUE School of Pharmacy! Register Today!
We look forward to resuming our in-person and on the road events soon. In the meantime, please participate in our virtual events outlined above.
School of Pharmacy representatives will be available at all SIUE Preview Days. You are encouraged to attend our Academic Session that will be offered at all Preview Days.
School of Pharmacy representatives will be on the road throughout the region! Check out the recruitment schedule to find a location near you.
Contact Us
The SIUE School of Pharmacy Office of Professional and Student Affairs (OPSA) is committed to providing accurate and timely information to interested prospective students. If you have questions about the SIUE School of Pharmacy, email us or call 618-650‑5150. We can answer your questions about all aspects of pharmacy education.
SIUE also offers a Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences program through the Graduate School.
