PhD in Pharmacy at University of Houston

    PhD in Pharmacy at University of Houston

    PhD in Pharmacy at University of Houston

    International students can study the Pharmacy at University of Houston at its main campus in Houston, United States of America. This PhD degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 21, 2027.

    About PhD in Pharmacy

    Today's pharmacists don't simply count pills - they're actively involved in the creation, evaluation and delivery of complex pharmaceuticals and therapeutics that enhance patient health.

    UH College of Pharmacy's Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) program is a four-year professional program that prepares individuals for a variety of areas within the pharmacy profession.

    In collaboration with its fellow Texas Medical Center institutions and elsewhere, the college offers a range of clinical research opportunities and practice experiences (APPEs) in oncology, infectious disease, pediatrics, women's health, critical care, neurology, nuclear pharmacy and veterinary pharmacy.

    UH PharmD students also can pursue a variety of unique in-state and out-of-state experiential opportunities, including the FDA, CDC, Indian Health Service in Alaska and New Mexico.

    • Our alumni are successful business owners, executives in highly ranked health systems and corporate operations, and leaders in professional organizations at the national, state and local level.
    • Our full-time and adjunct faculty include nationally recognized teachers and clinicians, published authors in high-impact journals, holders of U.S. and international patents, and basic and translational researchers supported by grants from such prestigious entities as the National Institutes of Health.
    • Our student body includes several national and regional officers of professional organizations, as well as individual and chapter award winners in national organizations and pharmacy fraternities.

    The college also offers the combined PharmD/PhD in Pharmacology or Pharmaceutics and PharmD/MBA degree programs; post-graduate fellowship and residency programs in such areas as academia, infectious diseases pharmacotherapy, HIV pharmacogenetics/ambulatory care and community pharmacy; and the Pharmacy Leadership and Administration concurrent two-year MS/PGY1-PGY2 program in collaboration with seven fellow Texas Medical Center institutions.

    To view detailed information about our admission requirements, go to our PharmCAS schoolpage.

    To download/view PharmD program flier and course of study, please click here.

    To download/view ACPE PharmD Program Quality Indicators, please click here. 

    The University of Houston College of Pharmacy's Doctor of Pharmacy program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, 20 North Clark Street, Suite 2500, Chicago, IL 60602-5109, 312/664-3575; FAX 312/664-4652.

    Disciplines

    College of Pharmacy

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for PhD in Pharmacy at University of Houston

    Entry Requirements

    1. Transcript of all semesters attended
    2. Degree Certificate/Diploma
    3. English Translation of Transcript
    4. English Translation of Degree Certificate/Diploma

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 53
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    Tuition and Fee Information for PhD in Pharmacy at University of Houston

    Application Fee 80

    How to Apply for PhD in Pharmacy at University of Houston

    Step 1: Start an Application

    The University of Houston Graduate School uses ApplyWeb for the processing of graduate applications. Proceed to the link below to create an ApplyWeb account, submit an application, review a submitted application, and access post-submission functionality. 

    Step 2: Choose a Program

    Admissions requirements vary by program. Please consult the program website to verify which information is required to complete the application.

    Step 3: Submit Transcripts

    Scanned copies of official transcripts can be uploaded as PDF files and may be used by programs to make admission decisions. Please follow these instructions to properly scan and upload your transcript. If admitted, however, you will not be able to enroll without the official transcript(s) showing undergraduate degree conferral on file. For International Students, who wish to enroll after receiving acceptance, official transcripts and degree certificates must be sent to the University of Houston Graduate School in envelopes sealed and stamped by the issuing university. Electronic academic documents sent from international institutions will not be accepted.

    Students whose universities issue only one set of official documents can have their academic records attested and signed by the university registrar certifying the documents are true copies of the originals or may bring the original document to the Graduate School for authentication upon arrival at University of Houston.

    Official transcript(s) should be sent to:

    Regular Mail:

    Express Mail:

    Electronic or "Speede" Transcript:

    University of Houston
    Graduate Admissions
    P.O. Box 3947
    Houston, TX 77253-3947

    University of Houston
    Graduate Admissions
    4302 University Dr, Rm 102
    Houston, TX 77204-2012

    Within the U.S., the fastest way to send your transcript is electronically. Please inquire at your previous institution about this option. Electronic transcripts can be delivered via email to gradschool@uh.edu.

    Step 4: Submit Test Scores

    • Test Scores (GRE, GMAT, etc.) should be sent by the testing agency. Refer to the program's website for test score requirements. Use school code 6870 when reporting test scores to University of Houston.
    • International applicants have to satisfy English proficiency requirements via satisfactory scores on the TOEFL or IELTS standardized exams. Use school code 6870 to report TOEFL scores. IELTS scores should be sent electronically to The University of Houston.

    The scores that you submit must be valid and reportable at the time you submit your application (within the last five years for the GRE or GMAT and two years for the TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson or Duolingo).

    Step 5: Submit Required Documents

    • Letters of Recommendation are gathered electronically. You will be asked to provide e-mail addresses of your references. Refer to the program's website for the required number of letters.

    • Personal Statement requirements vary by program. Refer to the program's website for instructions.

    • Resume/Curriculum Vitae requirements vary by program. Refer to the program's website for instructions.

    • Additional/Supplemental Materials may include a writing sample, a portfolio, a self-study, etc. Refer to the program's website for instructions.

    Step 6: Submit Your Application

    • Application fees are $50 for domestic applicants, $80 for international applicants and $25 for non-degree (Certificate based programs). Limited application fee waivers are available. Please check with program regarding eligibility for application fee waivers.

    International Students

    (If you have attended an institution outside of the United States, please see the Graduate School's International Applicants Transcript Information for country-specific requirements.

    • International applicants are strongly encouraged to upload the following documents, which will be required to obtain a student visa if admitted:

      • A scanned copy of passport page(s) showing full name, date of birth, passport number and expiration date, photo of the passport holder

      • Financial Backing

    PhD in Pharmacy at University of Houston
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