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McWhorter School of Pharmacy

samford.edu/pharmacy

At McWhorter School of Pharmacy, we understand that a career in pharmacy is more than a job—it's a deeper calling to serve your neighbors, your community and the world. That's why our mission is to nurture and prepare future pharmacists in a Christian environment. From day one, students learn to be exemplary professionals who improve the lives of others with innovative pharmacy practice, scholarship and service. For more than 95 years, McWhorter School of Pharmacy has prepared outstanding pharmacists who graduate from our program to go out into the world and transform lives through pharmacy.

Our student body is diverse; approximately 50% of our students are out of state residents, and 20% are minority/international students.


We do not require you to submit a PCAT exam score for admission. 

 

Why McWhorter School of Pharmacy?


Unique learning environment
At McWhorter School of Pharmacy, you will find a vibrant student life that includes 13 pharmacy-specific student organizations and a number of campus and community events. We are a mission-driven institution, and our faculty and staff are committed to student success. 


Remarkable Interprofessional Education Opportunities
Samford's College of Health Sciences affords our students numerous opportunities to learn alongside students from a variety of health care disciplines, including nursing, health professions and public health. These experiences prepare our graduates to enter the workforce ready for today's team-based approach to health care.


Personalize your Pharm.D.
Our curriculum can be customized to align with your future career goals. We have a robust selection of elective courses (didactic and experiential) and certificate programs available in addition to numerous joint degree options. We are committed to preparing students to pursue their passions, and we have a strong network of faculty and alumni to help you achieve your goals.

We are one of only six pharmacy schools in the United States to offer this unique set of joint degree programs.


Joint degree options include:

Our Campus and Community

Pharmacy students sitting in Samford's Atrium

Located in Birmingham, Ala., students at McWhorter School of Pharmacy experience our premier academic programs alongside a vibrant student life. We encourage you to visit our Virtual Visit and Virtual Tour webpages to see a glimpse of this for yourself.

 

Distinctions

 

There are a number of excellent reasons to choose our Doctor of Pharmacy program, including: 

  • State-of-the-art facilities designed to foster interprofessional education and cutting-edge experiential learning
  • Earn a B.S. in pharmacy studies upon completion of your second year of pharmacy school
  • Experiential clinical sites in 12 states and 11 countries
  • Competitive, paid summer research program

 

Outcomes

We are committed to preparing pharmacists to succeed upon graduation. Our pass rates consistently exceed the national average, and our students graduate on time, and ready to enter the workforce. 

  • 93% first-time pass rate on the NAPLEX (15-year average) 
  • 94% first-time pass rate on the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination (15-year average)
  • 94% 10-year average graduation rate
  • 92% of graduates are employed in pharmacy, including residencies, within six months of graduation (four-year average)

 

Service Learning Opportunities

As a pharmacy school, we prepare students with the skills and knowledge they need to deliver exceptional care in a wide variety of settings. But it is essential that we do more than educate pharmacists. We must put the great depth of knowledge and experience in our faculty, staff and students to work making the lives of people better, here at home and in communities around the world. 

Samford University's Office for Faith and Health works with the four schools within the university's College of Health Sciences to offer domestic and international service learning opportunities. The center provides a critical link between our academic programs and the communities we serve. It is a model for interprofessional collaboration that reflects the growing team-based approach to health care.

 

International Experiences

Because advances in pharmaceutical science impact people on a global scale, we provide you with a number of opportunities to experience the industry from an international perspective. We have formal affiliations with academic institutions or hospitals in 11 countries where you can pursue study abroad and other opportunities: Canada, China, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, Paraguay, United Kingdom, Macau, Egypt and Spain.

 

Research

Research is a critical function of our school, as the work of our faculty and staff pushes the limits of our knowledge. There are multiple opportunities for you to become actively involved in research, including research electives as part of the curriculum, participating in the summer research internship program or as part of your senior capstone research project.

 

 

Connect With Us

To learn more about McWhorter School of Pharmacy, or to apply, visit samford.edu/pharmacy, or contact a member of our admissions team. 

Jon Parker
Director of Pharmacy School Admissions
jmparker@samford.edu
205-726-4242

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Admission Information

Go to our admission website to learn more about:

  • Tuition and Fees
  • Application Process
  • Admission Requirements
  • Plan of Study
  • FAQs

About Samford University

Samford is a leading Christian university offering undergraduate programs grounded in the liberal arts with an array of nationally recognized graduate and professional schools. Founded in 1841, Samford is the 87th-oldest institution of higher learning in the United States. The Wall Street Journal ranks Samford 1st nationally for student engagement, and U.S. News & World Report ranks Samford 37th in the nation for best undergraduate teaching and 97th nationally for best value. Samford enrolls 5,758 students from 48 states and 22 countries in its 10 academic schools: arts, arts and sciences, business, divinity, education, health professions, law, nursing, pharmacy and public health. Samford fields 17 athletic teams that compete in the tradition-rich Southern Conference, and ranks 3rd nationally for its Graduation Success Rate among all NCAA Division I schools.

Learn more at samford.edu, or take a virtual tour here.

 

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