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Doctor of Pharmacy

WesternU College of Pharmacy offers an innovative, accelerated 3.5-year program length for our fully accredited program leading to the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree. In our 3.5-year program, you will graduate, take the licensure board exams, and have opportunities to obtain full-time employment six months earlier than students in other pharmacy programs—all while keeping your summer breaks. Contact us to learn more.

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Doctor of Pharmacy

The College of Pharmacy offers an outstanding cutting-edge curriculum, state-of-the-art classrooms, and interprofessional education experiences where you work side by side with other health care professionals as part of a team. You can engage in research with faculty. You’ll gain valuable hands-on experience with the latest equipment, technologies, and techniques and form caring relationships with patients in our experiential learning opportunities.
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    International Students
  • Veterans Benefits

    Western University of Health Sciences has approval from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to certify students eligible to receive VA educational benefits. The School Certifying Officials that are located on the Pomona, California campus assist all students who receive VA educational benefits. We cannot assist you with determining your eligibility for benefits.

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    What sets us apart

    An innovative block-system curriculum we pioneered that allows you to master one subject before moving on to the next. The curriculum is taught by nationally and internationally acclaimed faculty with advanced training in a wide range of specialties. Outstanding clinical opportunities in the second half of your training prepare you to be practice-ready.
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    Upcoming Events

    • Doctor of Pharmacy | Application Workshop

      Tuesday, December 17 at 2:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

      Do you need assistance with your Doctor of Pharmacy program application? Join our virtual application workshop to ask your questions and hear advice from our admissions representatives on how to complete a successful application. 

    • Campus Tour – Doctor of Pharmacy

      Wednesday, January 8 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

      On-campus tours of our Pomona, California campus are in-person, program-specific, and typically last 50-60 minutes. Led by members of the admissions office, they offer a great opportunity to get to know the WesternU community, learn more about your program of interest, and ask our admissions counselors any questions you may have.  

    • Campus Tour – Doctor of Pharmacy

      Wednesday, January 22 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

      On-campus tours of our Pomona, California campus are in-person, program-specific, and typically last 50-60 minutes. Led by members of the admissions office, they offer a great opportunity to get to know the WesternU community, learn more about your program of interest, and ask our admissions counselors any questions you may have.  

    • Campus Tour – Doctor of Pharmacy

      Wednesday, February 5 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

      On-campus tours of our Pomona, California campus are in-person, program-specific, and typically last 50-60 minutes. Led by members of the admissions office, they offer a great opportunity to get to know the WesternU community, learn more about your program of interest, and ask our admissions counselors any questions you may have.  

    • Campus Tour – Doctor of Pharmacy

      Wednesday, February 19 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

      On-campus tours of our Pomona, California campus are in-person, program-specific, and typically last 50-60 minutes. Led by members of the admissions office, they offer a great opportunity to get to know the WesternU community, learn more about your program of interest, and ask our admissions counselors any questions you may have.  

    • March 2025 WesternU Preview Day & Open House

      Saturday, March 1 at 8:30 AM Pacific Standard Time

      Get to know WesternU, our programs, and our community. Choose your program of interest and join us on our Pomona, California campus to: – Hear directly from our president and faculty members about program curriculum and highlights – Explore our classrooms, labs, hands-on learning spaces, and more – Connect with current students and learn about their experiences – Participate in hands-on, interactive workshops – Learn about navigating the admissions process and preparing to meet our application requirements – Gain insights into setting yourself up for admissions success  

    • Campus Tour – Doctor of Pharmacy

      Wednesday, March 5 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

      On-campus tours of our Pomona, California campus are in-person, program-specific, and typically last 50-60 minutes. Led by members of the admissions office, they offer a great opportunity to get to know the WesternU community, learn more about your program of interest, and ask our admissions counselors any questions you may have.  

    • Campus Tour – Doctor of Pharmacy

      Wednesday, March 19 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

      On-campus tours of our Pomona, California campus are in-person, program-specific, and typically last 50-60 minutes. Led by members of the admissions office, they offer a great opportunity to get to know the WesternU community, learn more about your program of interest, and ask our admissions counselors any questions you may have.  

    • Campus Tour – Doctor of Pharmacy

      Wednesday, April 2 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

      On-campus tours of our Pomona, California campus are in-person, program-specific, and typically last 50-60 minutes. Led by members of the admissions office, they offer a great opportunity to get to know the WesternU community, learn more about your program of interest, and ask our admissions counselors any questions you may have.  

    • Campus Tour – Doctor of Pharmacy

      Wednesday, April 16 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

      On-campus tours of our Pomona, California campus are in-person, program-specific, and typically last 50-60 minutes. Led by members of the admissions office, they offer a great opportunity to get to know the WesternU community, learn more about your program of interest, and ask our admissions counselors any questions you may have.  

    • Campus Tour – Doctor of Pharmacy

      Wednesday, April 30 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

      On-campus tours of our Pomona, California campus are in-person, program-specific, and typically last 50-60 minutes. Led by members of the admissions office, they offer a great opportunity to get to know the WesternU community, learn more about your program of interest, and ask our admissions counselors any questions you may have.  

    • WesternU Preview Day & Open House | California Campus

      Saturday, June 7 at 8:30 AM Pacific Standard Time

      Get to know WesternU, our programs, and our community. Choose your program of interest and join us on our Pomona, California campus to: – Hear directly from our president and faculty members about program curriculum and highlights – Explore our classrooms, labs, hands-on learning spaces, and more – Connect with current students and learn about their experiences – Participate in hands-on, interactive workshops – Learn about navigating the admissions process and preparing to meet our application requirements – Gain insights into setting yourself up for admissions success