Doctor of Pharmacy, PharmD
Your PharmD, Your Way
Two flexible pathways. One exceptional degree. Choose the route that fits your life and career goals. At °ÅÀÖÊÓƵ, your education adapts to you. Choose our Accelerated 3-Year PharmD Pathway to fast-track your future and start your pharmacy career sooner. Or opt for our NEW Extended 5-Year PharmD Pathway*, designed for students balancing work, family, and personal commitments. Both options deliver the same rigorous curriculum, hands-on learning, and supportive faculty at Illinois' most affordable PharmD Program, with no hidden fees.
Interested in learning more? to learn about our program and admission process. today so that we can review your transcripts and take you on a campus tour. The application deadline is June 1!
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*The Extended 5-Year PharmD Pathway is currently in the process of applying for accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE).
Pharmacy Admission
Pharmacy Classroom Immersive -PHAR 633
09:00 - 11:50am
RU Pharmacy Preview Day
10:00 - 12:30pm
Pharmacy Classroom Immersive -PHAR 593
09:00 - 11:00am
Why °ÅÀÖÊÓƵ for your PharmD degree
Guaranteed Tuition.
No Surprises.
At °ÅÀÖÊÓƵ, our 3-year PharmD program features a flat-rate tuition that gives you total peace of mind. No annual increases. No hidden fees. Just one clear cost from start to finish.
Thanks to our accelerated timeline and transparent pricing, students can save over $100,000 compared to other local pharmacy programs.
100% Research Guarantee
In °ÅÀÖÊÓƵ's Doctor of Pharmacy program, we believe research isn't reserved for the few—it's a right for every student who wants it. Whether your interests are in lab science, clinical studies, public health, or literature-based inquiry, you'll work directly with faculty to shape a research experience that fits your goals.
Our students present, publish, and pave the way toward competitive residencies and pharmaceutical industry fellowships. Learn more about our groundbreaking research opportunities.
Nationally Recognized PharmD Excellence
°ÅÀÖÊÓƵ's 3-year PharmD program is designed to launch your career faster-without sacrificing academic rigor or clinical preparedness. Our accelerated pathway equips students with the same depth of knowledge and hands-on experience as traditional programs, while streamlining the timeline to practice.
Within one year of graduation, 95% of our alumni are actively working in the pharmacy field-whether in residencies, fellowships, hospital settings, or community pharmacies.
Dual Degrees.
Singular Advantage.
°ÅÀÖÊÓƵ's Pharmacy program offers accelerated dual degree options that expand your impact and elevate your career.
- - Earn both degrees in just 6 years, combining a strong scientific foundation with advanced pharmacy training.
- - Complete your Doctor of Pharmacy and Master of Business Administration in as little as 3.5 years, preparing for leadership roles in healthcare and industry.
- - Earn a PharmD and Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Science in 4 years, ideal for careers in research, drug development, and regulatory affairs.
Expert PharmD Faculty
Train alongside nationally recognized faculty in cutting-edge facilities, gaining hands-on clinical experience that prepares you for a meaningful career in pharmacy. Clinical rotations take place at top institutions including:
- Advocate Health Care
- Cleveland Clinic
- Rush University Medical Center
- University of Chicago Medicine
Meet , Associate Professor and Solid Organ Transplant Pharmacist at Rush, who exemplifies the passion and expertise our faculty bring.
Personalized Doctoral Experience
°ÅÀÖÊÓƵ's PharmD program creates a family-like environment through small class sizes and strong faculty-student connections, ensuring personalized support and mentorship. Students move through the program in tight-knit cohorts, fostering collaboration and peer connection.
The program is rooted in a shared mission of social justice and compassionate care, building a strong sense of community and purpose among students and faculty. Explore the PharmD curriculum.
Accelerated Doctor of Pharmacy
One PharmD, Multiple Career Paths
What can you do with a PharmD degree?
A PharmD prepares you for careers in community and hospital pharmacy, clinical pharmacy practice, pharmaceutical industry roles, managed care, research, and specialized fields like oncology, geriatrics, or infectious disease.
How much do Doctors of Pharmacy make?
According to PayScale, the average annual salary for a Pharmacist in Chicago is about $130,000. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a nationwide median annual salary of $137,480.
Do you need a doctorate to be a pharmacist?
Yes, in the United States you must earn a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree to become a licensed pharmacist.
