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Degree

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)

General Requirements

Two years of prerequisite course work
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50
Minimum science GPA of 2.50
PCAT scores

Length of Program

3 years, full-time, year-round, June start

Innovative three-year, year-round full-time program allows quicker entry into the profession

Class Size

150

2009 Class Profile

Female: 50%
Male: 50%
Average Age: 27
Average Overall GPA: 3.35
Class Size: 134
Top Home States: Arizona (46%), Utah, California

Residency Placements

Diverse practice environments in community and hospital settings in urban, suburban, and rural locations

Graduate Programs

Placement in M.S. in public health
Ph.D. study in Pharmacy and Social Administrative Sciences programs

Graduation Rate

Approximately 99% of each class graduates from the program

Licensing Examination Scores (2009)

NAPLEX first time test-taking pass rate

CPG graduates: 97.08%
National pass rate: 96.48%

MPJE first-time test-taking pass rate

CPG graduates: 96.17%
National pass rate: 92.25%

Pharmacist Professional Responsibilities

Recommend drug therapies
Monitor drug regimens for efficacy and safety
Counsel patients regarding their drug regimens and disease states
Work with other health care providers to ensure positive outcomes with the use of medications
Respond to questions regarding drug therapy
Educate the public regarding chronic disease management and drug therapies

Career Opportunities

Community pharmacies, hospitals, educational institutions, laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, managed care organizations, home health care

Job Placements (Class of 2009)

Chain pharmacy: 62.7%
Hospital pharmacy: 10%
Independent pharmacy: 8.5%
Residency training programs: 13.3%
Managed care pharmacy, home health, other positions: 5.5%

US Employment Projections through 2012

157,000 additional pharmacists needed

2008 Median Salary

$104,000

Admission Requirements

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Students seeking admission to MWU-CPG must submit the following documented evidence:

Completion of 62 semester hours or 90 quarter hours of non-remedial, prerequisite coursework from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university, or a recognized post-secondary Canadian institution that uses English as its primary language of instruction and documentation.
Grades of C or better in each prerequisite course (not C-).
Minimum cumulative GPA and science GPA of 2.50 on a 4.00 scale. The Pharmacy College Application Service (PharmCAS) calculates the cumulative and science GPA. Grades from all non-remedial courses completed post-high school are used to calculate the GPA.
Completion of pre-pharmacy coursework requirements by the end of spring semester or spring quarter prior to matriculation to MWU-CPG. See chart below.
Direct submission of PCAT scores to PharmCAS (see Application Process section). NOTE: Only test scores earned in June 2006 or later are acceptable.
Demonstration of a people or service orientation through community service or extracurricular activities.
Motivation for and commitment to the pharmacy profession as demonstrated by previous work, volunteer work, or other life experiences.
Oral and written communication skills necessary to interact with patients and colleagues.
Completion of the MWU–CPG's on-campus interview process (by invitation only).
Passing the Midwestern University criminal background check.
Commitment to abide by the Midwestern University Drug-Free Workplace and Substance Abuse Policy.

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Prerequisite courses

Courses	Sem Hrs	Qtr Hrs
English Composition	6	9
Biology with lab (for science majors)	8	12
Anatomy: human or vertebrate	3	4
General Chemistry with lab (for science majors)	8	12
Organic Chemistry with lab (for science majors)	8	12
Physics: must include mechanics, heat, force, motion (for science majors)	3	4
Statistics	3	4
Calculus	3	4
Speech: public speaking	3	4
Economics: micro, macro, or general	3	4
Social Sciences: divided among psychology, sociology, anthropology, or political science	6	9
General Education: divided among humanities, fine arts, foreign language, business, or computer sciences (science, match, physical education, and health care courses are NOT acceptable)	8	12
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS	62	90

Application Deadline

Students must apply for admission via the Pharmacy College Application
Service (PharmCAS). The deadline for submitting a completed PharmCAS
application is January 5th; however, students are strongly encouraged to apply
early in the cycle. Because of the large number of applications and the limited
number of seats available, applications will be accepted on a first-come, firstserve
basis only until all seats are filled.

Additonal Application Information

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Program Description

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At Midwestern University's College of Pharmacy–Glendale (CPG), students pursue the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree. Supported by a faculty member, small groups of students work together to complete projects and assignments and gain extensive clinical knowledge. Patient care experiences begin immediately and are integrated throughout the curriculum. The entire program requires a total of five years of coursework, the first two years at another college and the final three calendar years at CPG. Students complete, on a year-round basis, required courses, elective professional courses, and clinical/experiential education. The third professional year provides immersion in hands-on learning at diverse clinical rotation sites, emphasizing problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills. Settings include community pharmacies, hospitals, managed care facilities, physician offices, Indian Health Service programs, and other rural and urban sites in the growing Southwest region.

Program Improvements

The CPG Doctor of Pharmacy program is grounded in continuous quality improvement and has revised the curriculum with greater emphasis on the integration of a strong science foundation with the professional skills required for successful pharmacy practice. This is reflected in the Professional Skills Development sequence of courses that stresses patient-centered care and written and verbal communications, applying principles taught in co-requisite courses in a hands-on environment with workshops, group discussions, and patient simulations. Further, the Integrated Sequence is a series of courses designed in an organ systems approach to stress the interdependence of pathophysiology, pharmacology and medicinal chemistry with pharmacotherapeutics.

The CPG Doctor of Pharmacy program utilizes a number of teaching methods and learning techniques to better allow students to take ownership of their education. In addition to the examples listed above, active learning is also emphasized through the use of the student response system, laboratory exercises, reflective writing, and the introduction of e-portfolios.

Program Expectations

CPG educates and graduates competent and motivated pharmacists who will provide pharmaceutical care in a wide range of community and institutional settings. Standards for admission set forth by CPG outline the nonacademic abilities considered essential for students to achieve the level of competence required by the faculty and by the ACPE, the pharmacy-accrediting agency, in order to obtain the Pharm.D. degree. Candidates must have abilities and skills in five areas: 1) observation; 2) communication; 3) motor; 4) intellectual, conceptual, integrative, and quantitative; and 5) behavioral and social. Technological compensation can be made for some limitation in certain of these areas, but candidates should be able to perform in a reasonably independent manner.

Mission

The mission of Midwestern University College of Pharmacy–Glendale (MWU–CPG) is to educate students to be highly competent, caring, and ethical pharmacists. Our dynamic curriculum will develop our graduates to be critical thinkers and life-long learners who can successfully practice in a changing healthcare environment. These pharmacists will contribute to the health of patients, the well being of society, and the advancement of the profession of pharmacy.

Midwestern University College of Pharmacy–Glendale embodies a spirit of community in which cooperation, trust, and mutual respect are valued elements. In this positive learning environment, the College achieves its mission by striving for excellence in teaching, critical inquiry, service, community outreach, and personal development.

Accreditation

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The Midwestern University College of Pharmacy–Glendale's Doctor of Pharmacy degree program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), 20 N. Clark St, Suite 2500, Chicago, Illinois 60602; 312/664-3575, 800/533-3606; Fax 312/664-4652. The accreditation status of the College is reviewed by ACPE on a regular basis and is open to student and public comment.

The accreditation standards may be found at the ACPE website. Comments or complaints regarding program compliance with the accreditation standards should be submitted to the Dean's Office in writing. Complaints will be reviewed on a timely basis, and a response or plan of resolution will be communicated to individuals interested in the issue. Programmatic comments and complaints are kept on file in the President's Office and are available for review by ACPE reviewers.

Midwestern University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission/A Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (HLC/NCA), 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604-1413.