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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 2020 has achieved a board pass rate of 94.87% 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 95.6% for first-time test-takers (2009-2020) EXCEEDS state and national averages. That puts us in the Top 25 out of 139 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.
** New for 2021-2022 **
Bachelor's in Chemistry with Specialization in
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
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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 Health Sciences Building to be Constructed on the SIUE Campus!
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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.
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Visit Us
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 Tuesdays @ 5:00 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!
Our Pharmacy Explore Day Open House will be held in-person on Saturday, October 30th from 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. You will learn about our top-ranked pharmacy program, our admissions criteria and application process. Then, you will have the opportunity to interact with current students, faculty and staff and learn more out about careers in Pharmacy. Come find out why we are #1 in Illinois & Missouri. Register Today!
Looking to BOOST yourself as a pharmacy applicant? Join us for our Fall Pharmacy Applicant Booster Session on Thursday, November 4th @ 3:00 p.m.! The SIUE Career Development Center and SIUE School of Pharmacy have teamed up to provide hopeful future pharmacists with helpful information on: Resume building, Professionalism, Interviewing, Personal statements and more! Register today!
School of Pharmacy representatives will be available at all SIUE Preview Days. You are encouraged to stop by our table for information about our program and sign-up to take a tour of the School of Pharmacy facilties. Register to attend a Preview Day today!
We have resumed our on the road events! Catch up with one of our representatives at an event happening near you. View complete schedule.
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. Contact Dr. Joe Schober for more information.
