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The University of Saint Joseph’s Doctor of Pharmacy program enables you to earn a Pharm.D. degree in just three years. The program promotes the emergence of competent and compassionate pharmacists who can advance pharmacy practice models, engage in community service, and foster the advancement of research and scholarship.
Emphasizing real-world application, USJ’s Pharm.D. program prepares you to sit for the North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination® (NAPLEX) exam and pursue careers in clinical research, medical sales, pharmacology, product/process development, and beyond.
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At the University of Saint Joseph, we strive to cultivate well-rounded pharmacists who can not only dispense medication to patients but also advise patients about medicines and work with physicians on prescriptions.
After passing the NAPLEX exam, you can start your exciting career as a licensed pharmacist with a Pharm.D. degree. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, pharmacists make a median income of $136,030 per year.
Besides traditional drugstores or community pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens, you can enter the field of pharmacy with such career options as a pediatric pharmacist, veterinary pharmacist, poison control pharmacist, and medical science liaison in various settings:
At USJ, I have been involved in many organizations including President of the National Pharmacy Leadership Society, USJ Chapter, one of the executive board members of the Connecticut Pharmacists Association as the student liaison, and the event coordinator for our student government organization. I also currently work as a medication history tech at Yale-New Haven Hospital. All of these opportunities were provided by USJ. I’ve gained invaluable skills and my goal as a pharmacist is to use my expertise to make a difference in every patient’s life.
Esteban Fallas, Pharm.D.’23
The University of Saint Joseph’s Doctor of Pharmacy program takes an experiential education approach. During the program of study, you can dive head-first into clinical practice in a community or institutional pharmacy to obtain hands-on experience. You can apply theoretical knowledge to a real-world setting and receive guidance from professional supervisors.
The Doctor of Pharmacy program maintains a low student-to-faculty ratio to ensure students have the attention that they deserve. As a Pharm.D. student, you have the opportunity to build mentoring relationships with USJ’s faculty and receive personal guidance from them. With an engaging learning environment, you can also collaborate with your peers and expand your professional network.
The University of Saint Joseph encourages students to serve the community and make a positive impact on people’s lives. Pharmacy students complete 15 hours of community service and attend five co-curricular workshops each year.
USJ’s Pharm.D. program employs a distinctive modified-block curriculum that provides 160 credits of in-depth study in three years of study. It is anchored in a firm foundation of biomedical, pharmaceutical, socio-behavioral, and clinical science, and is designed to increase your ability to provide superior patient care. With experiential education woven into the entire curriculum, you also have ample opportunities to gain hands-on experience.
Learn more about the Doctor of Pharmacy program curriculum.
First Attempt ACPE 2025 Graduates Pass Rates
| USJ | 82.1% |
| Connecticut | 90.8% |
| USA | 86.8% |
Want to enter the field of pharmacy and start a meaningful and lucrative career in health care? Apply to the University of Saint Joseph’s Doctor of Pharmacy Degree program and earn your degree in just three years!
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