Build the Bridge to Your Future in Pharmacy
Whether you’re an undergraduate student in the pre-professional phase or have already completed your bachelor’s degree and are progressing toward your Doctor of Pharmacy degree, you'll achieve your bigger goals faster and more affortably with our transfer pathways.
Explore your way to a Pharm.D. degree and pharmacy licensure at Duquesne. Learn how to prepare for transferring into our pharmacy school, including requirements, prerequisites, and essential dates and deadlines.
Why Transfer to Duquesne's Pharm.D. Programs?
- Rigorous Pharmacy Curriculum: Complete your professional phase (four years) online or on campus
- Affordable Tuition: Undergraduate merit scholarship and 15% discount for graduate students
- Seamless Credit Transfer: Articulation agreements with 20 colleges and universities in PA, NY and OH
Ready to continue your pharmacy education at Duquesne?
Take a look at the applications requirements and complete our inquiry form to receive additional information and get connected to an Admissions Coordinator.
By The Numbers
A current undergraduate student who has completed four semesters and a minimum of
64 credits (including required prerequisite courses) can transfer directly into the
professional phase of our on-campus Pharm.D. program. Students with a bachelor’s degree can also transfer into the on-campus Pharm.D. program.
They must have earned the science and math credits within the pre-professional phase.
The Online Doctor of Pharmacy program invites eligible undergraduate students to continue their studies at Duquesne. The
first three years of our online program consist primarily of online learning but require
students to come to our Pittsburgh campus four to five times a year to complete the
curriculum's laboratory and professional development components. We also hold three
to four weeks of introductory experiential learning in the summer semester. In the
final year, students focus on their practicums, working in various clinical settings. To be considered for the online program, transfer applicants must have completed four
semesters and at least 64 credits, including the prerequisite courses.Why Choose Us?
Duquesne University has active articulation agreements with the following colleges
and universities:
Pharm.D. Transfer Pathways
To learn more about continuing your education as a graduate student, please contact
the Assistant Dean of Enrollment Management and Retention, Jason Stack, to discuss your specific situation.
How to Apply as a Transfer Student
To qualify for admission into Duquesne’s Pharm.D. programs, you must have:
- Maintained a minimum GPA of 2.5. Our admissions committee considers a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale to be competitive.
- Completed 64 credit hours of prerequisite courses, earning at least a “C” or above.
If you have already earned your bachelor’s degree, you must apply as a graduate student. If you do not have a degree, you will submit your application as an undergraduate transfer student.
Once accepted, you will be required to complete a background check conducted by CastleBranch prior to matriculating to the School of Pharmacy.
Duquesne's Pharm.D. programs begin in August; you may not apply for entry to a specific semester. The class functions as a cohort, going year-round for four years.
Our rolling admissions cycle for the online Pharm.D. application begins August 1. Our Admissions Committee evaluates your application on a first-come, first-served basis.
Transfer applicants must have completed the following prerequisite courses or their equivalent from an accredited two-year or four-year U.S. college or university:
| General Biology I & Lab | 4 cr, |
| Human Anatomy & Physiology I | 3 cr. |
| Human Anatomy & Physiology II | 3 cr. |
| Microbiology | 3 cr. |
| General Chemistry I & Lab | 4 cr. |
| General Chemistry II & Lab | 4 cr. |
| Organic Chemistry I & Lab | 4 cr. |
| Organic Chemistry II & Lab | 4 cr. |
| Calculus I | 4 cr. |
| Statistics | 3 cr. |
| English (Composition & Literature) | 6 cr. |
| Humanities | 21 cr. |
If applicants have obtained a grade lower than a "C" in a prerequisite course, they
must retake it and get a grade of "C" or above.
As a transfer-friendly university, we strive to streamline the process and ensure that your hard work and previous academic experiences count toward your DU education. If you have questions about transferring your credits, we encourage you to contact your admissions counselor. If you haven't met them yet, just email the Admissions%20Team to set up an appointment and start planning for your transfer.
Affording Your Pharm.D. Degree
We understand that you may be entering Duquesne University's Pharm.D. Program at a different academic status than your peers. That's why we deliver a high-value education that's accessible and affordable to all, no matter where you're at in your journey. Enrolling in the professional phase of the Pharm.D. program with a bachelor's degree makes you eligible for different financial assistance compared to joining the program without a bachelor's degree.
Applying as an undergraduate student will enable you to receive a merit scholarship for the entirety of the program. Or, if you are accepted as an undergraduate student, you may receive a 15% tuition award to help cover your educational expenses. Find out more about Duquesne’s tuition rates.
Contact The Admissions Team!
Jason Stack, Ed.D., MBA
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I was very excited to be part of such a distinguished program and about the potential the school presented to become the best healthcare professional that I desire to be. I'm grateful that Duquesne has such a welcoming presence in their faculty, staff, organizations, and the various classes of student pharmacists.
Begin Your Transfer Application Today
No matter where your education began, you can continue learning at Duquesne University.
Step into your future as a pharmacist by transferring to our on-campus or online Doctor
of Pharmacy program. Both graduate programs offer high-quality pharmaceutical education
that enriches your expertise and helps you build a successful career in the health
care field.
Submit Your Application
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