Top U.S. Universities for Foreign Pharmacy Graduates Pursuing a Pharm.D. Degree

For international pharmacists looking to practice in the United States, obtaining a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree is a key step. Several universities across the country offer specialized programs designed to transition foreign-trained pharmacists into U.S. practice. Below are some top universities and their unique programs for international pharmacy graduates:

1. University of Southern California (USC)

• Location: Los Angeles, California

• Program: International Pharmacist Pathway (IPP)

• Details: USC’s program allows foreign-trained pharmacists to pursue a Pharm.D. degree and integrate into the U.S. healthcare system.

2. University of Florida

• Location: Gainesville, Florida

• Program: Working Professional Pharm.D. (WPPD)

• Details: This flexible program enables international pharmacists to earn their Pharm.D. while continuing their professional work.

3. Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS)

• Location: Boston, Massachusetts

• Program: Pharm.D. for International Pharmacists

• Details: MCPHS tailors its Pharm.D. program to help international graduates transition smoothly into the U.S. pharmacy practice.

4. University of Colorado

• Location: Aurora, Colorado

• Program: International Trained Pharm.D. Program (ITPD)

• Details: This pathway provides international pharmacists with the credentials to practice in the U.S.

5. Nova Southeastern University

• Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida

• Program: Advanced Standing Pharm.D. Program

• Details: This program is specifically for international pharmacy graduates seeking a Pharm.D. degree.

6. University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)

• Location: Chicago, Illinois

• Program: Pharm.D. for International Pharmacists

• Details: UIC offers a program designed to help foreign-trained pharmacists integrate into U.S. practice.

7. University of Washington

• Location: Seattle, Washington

• Program: Pharm.D. for International Pharmacists

• Details: The University of Washington provides a pathway for international pharmacists to earn a Pharm.D.

8. Howard University

• Location: Washington, D.C.

• Program: Non-Traditional Doctor of Pharmacy (NTDP)

• Details: This program helps foreign pharmacy graduates transition into U.S. practice with a Pharm.D.

9. University of the Pacific

• Location: Stockton, California

• Program: International Pharmacy Graduate Program

• Details: This program is designed to allow international graduates to earn a Pharm.D. in the U.S.

10. St. John’s University

• Location: Queens, New York

• Program: Pharm.D. for International Pharmacists

• Details: St. John’s offers a structured pathway for international pharmacists to practice in the U.S.

These programs typically require foreign pharmacy graduates to meet specific prerequisites. It's important to check each university's specific requirements and application process

Sources:
(1) AACP - International Students and Graduates
(2) PharmCAS - International Students
(3) Pharmacy in USA for International Students