Admission Requirements: Pharmacy Leadership Graduate Certificate

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Admission Requirements

The Pharmacy Leadership Graduate Certificate online program is designed for working pharmacists or PharmD students who are looking to reach the next level in their field.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

BS or PharmD degree from an accredited institution (pharmacist) OR enrollment in a PharmD program. (Student Pharmacist)
- PharmD students must have completed required Foundational coursework to enroll (e.g. 1 year of Pharmacy School)
- PharmD students who do not have a BS degree must contact the program director to apply
Minimum 3.0 GPA recommended
For international students, a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) of at least 90 (internet-based) or 235 (computer-based), or a Duolingo English Test of at least 105 is accepted.

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Application

University of Cincinnati graduate school online application.

References

Two letters of reference are required.

References should come from individuals who can attest to your academic and professional skills. Letters of recommendation from family, friends, current students, politicians, or clergy are not accepted.

Resume/CV

A professional and current resume showing pharmacy practice experience.

Statement of Purpose

One page addressing “Why you are interested in this program” and “how you will use this degree in your career.”

Transcripts

All college transcripts with evidence of high academic achievement.

Unofficial transcripts are sufficient to make offers of admission. However, all official and final transcripts must be received by the Graduate School by 30 days before the start of class enrollment to secure an admission offer.

Official transcripts may be submitted with your application and sent to:

University of Cincinnati
Graduate School
110 Van Wormer Circle
Pox Office Box 00627
Cincinnati, Oho 45221-037

Application Fee

There is a $20.00 application fee.

FAQs

How long does it take to complete the Pharmacy Leadership Graduate Certificate?

The Pharmacy Leadership Graduate Certificate is typically completed in 2 semesters or less than 1 year based on taking 2 courses per semester, which is the average pace.
Are Scholarships Available for Pharmacy Leadership Programs?

Students accepted to the UC Pharmacy Leadership program are eligible to apply for UC Foundation scholarships for tuition support. Information and the scholarship application can be found at the link below.

https://pharmacy.uc.edu/plscholarships
What are the admission requirements for the Pharmacy Leadership Graduate Certificate?
Requirements include:
- BS or PharmD degree from an accredited institution (pharmacist) OR enrollment in a PharmD program. (Student Pharmacist)
- PharmD students must have completed the required Foundational coursework to enroll (e.g. 1 year of Pharmacy School)
- PharmD students who do not have a BS degree must contact the program director to apply
- Minimum 3.0 GPA recommended
- For international students, a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) of at least 90 (internet-based) or 235 (computer-based), or a Duolingo English Test of at least 110 is accepted.
  - Transcripts must be submitted for evaluation to an agency recognized by the National Association of Credential Evaluating Services (NACES; www.naces.org).
Please visit the Admissions Requirements page for more information.