Why Idaho State University?
PharmD/MPH Pharm D/MBA
PharmD PharmD/ PhD
MS/PhD Pharmaceutical Sciences
MS Clinical Psychopharmacology
Other reasons to choose ISU
Dedicated faculty on site in Pocatello, Meridian and Anchorage
Leaders in telepharmacy
Commitment to rural health
Extensive interprofessional educational opportunities
Over 30 programs in the high-demand health professions
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Main Campus - Pocatello, Idaho
Southeast Idaho is centrally located between Salt Lake City, Utah, and the popular vacation destinations of Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park and Jackson, Wyoming Southeast Idaho is often thought of as an outdoor lover’s paradise, with something for everyone Pocatello is one of the last undiscovered mountain college towns in the west The hills and the spectacular northern Rockies around Pocatello are covered with hiking and mountain biking trails, and provide access to outdoor activities such as camping, fishing, hunting, skiing, and boating
Branch CampusMeridian, Idaho
Meridian is next door to Boise, Idaho and is one of the fastest growing cities in the West, with both new businesses and new citizens making the choice to call the city their home in record numbers over the last few years Students and faculty live in a metropolitan area called the Treasure Valley, comprised of Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Nampa, Caldwell and other cities
Meridian has received national recognition in recent months, and was chosen as #3 on the Best Places to Live in 2020 by Money Magazine, and as #7 on the list of Idaho's 10 Safest Cities by Safewise The city boasts an expanding arts and cultural community, along with easy access to recreational activities and an active nightlife
Branch Campus - Anchorage, Alaska
Towering mountains, sparkling glaciers and amazing wildlife: savvy travelers know that Anchorage is the key to finding the best of Alaska, all in one place From the serene waters of Cook Inlet to the exceptional natural wonders of the Chugach, Anchorage encompasses incredible adventures and metropolitan appeals that are larger than life With 1,500 moose, incredible national parks nearby and 60 glaciers a short drive away, it’s a dream destination
Programs and Dual Degrees
Professional Pharmacy
Doctor of Pharmacy, PharmD
Dual Degrees
PharmD/MBA
PharmD/MPH
PharmD/PhD
As Idaho’s College of Pharmacy we serve all citizens of the state and are a national leader in telepharmacy services The Pharm D degree is delivered synchronously in Pocatello and Meridian, Idaho and Anchorage, Alaska We are fully accredited by the Accreditation Council of Pharmacy Education through 2025 The ISU L S Skaggs College of Pharmacy trains caring and collaborative pharmacists and scholars while valuing integrity, access, inclusiveness, collaboration, intellectual curiosity, and accountability
Graduate
Pharmaceutical Sciences, MS
Pharmaceutical Sciences, PhD
Clinical Psychopharmacology, MS Residencies
Pharmacotherapy Residency
Community Pharmacy Residency
Student Outreach and Organizations
Semester
2024-2025 Academic Year
Alaska Campus Idaho Resident Nonresident
Nonresident with NRTW in year one* Nonresident becomes resident in years two through four**
*Non-Resident Tuition Waiver (NRTW)
Available in program year one to US residents with an overall GPA of 3 0 or greater Students are notified upon offer of acceptance into the program **Apply for Idaho Residency
Available in program years two through four to US residents Students must request Idaho residency with the Office of the Registrar in the spring semester of program year one
Scholarships
Doctor of Pharmacy students receive over $500,000 in scholarships annually, of which the College of Pharmacy directly awarded $400,000. Many scholarships are made available through the generosity of alumni and donors
Pre-Pharmacy Requirements
The pre-pharmacy curriculum must be completed by the end of spring semester of the admission year, with the exception of biochemistry which may be completed in the early summer session prior to admission
Pre-Pharmacy Courses
General Biology with lab
Economics - Macro or Micro
Anatomy and Physiology I & II with labs
Statistics
Survey of Calculus
General Physics I
General Chemistry I & II with labs
Organic Chemistry I & II with labs
Microbiology with lab
Biochemistry
General Education Courses
Written Communication and Composition
Oral Communication - Public Speaking
Humanities - Fine Arts and Foreign Language
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Critical Thinking or Information Literacy
Cultural Diversity
Pharmacy Experience
PharmD Curriculum
Doctor of Pharmacy First Year
The first year provides a firm foundation in the basic sciences
Physiology
Pharmaceutics
Pharmacology
Topics in other courses include literature evaluation, research design, career opportunities, problem solving and healthcare systems
Doctor of Pharmacy Second and Third Years
The second and third years provide a series of modular courses in which the pharmacology, medicinal chemistry, pharmacokinetics, pharmaceutics and pharmacotherapy of specific organ systems are integrated into one disease-state management focused course
Renal/Pulmonary
Cardiovascular
Endocrine
Musculoskeletal
Hepatic/Nutrition/Gastrointestinal
Infectious Diseases
Pediatric/Geriatric
Central Nervous System
Hematology/Oncology
A small group, case-studies series also spans the second and third years and Capstone Pharmacy finishes the didactic curriculum at the end of the third year
Doctor of Pharmacy Fourth Year
The final 12 months are devoted to full-time Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences serving a wide variety of patient populations in various practice settings at rotation sites located in Pocatello, Boise, Coeur d’Alene and Twin Falls, Idaho; Reno, Nevada; and Anchorage, Alaska
General Medicine
Ambulatory Care
Advanced Institutional
Advanced Community
Patient Care/Elective
Doctor of Pharmacy Admission Process
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Visit PharmCAS org to apply by April 1
Minimum required 2 5 GPA Pharmacy experience strongly encouraged (through shadowing or employment)
Choose where to live, study, and ROAR
Meridian, Idaho | Pocatello Idaho | Anchorage Alaska
Submit materials on PharmCAS
Completed PharmCAS application for Idaho State University College of Pharmacy (PharmCAS application fee applies)
Official transcripts of all previous college course work – including international detailed course-by-course official evaluation by WES (preferred) or ECE
Two letters of recommendation – one from a pharmacist preferred Personal statement/application essay
Interviews scheduled within 30 days of receipt of verified application, and are conducted frequently during fall and spring
Decision letters sent within 7 days of interview
Return signed acceptance contract within 30 days (non-refundable seat hold fee $200, credited to tuition)
Completion of requirements does not guarantee admission Criminal background check and drug testing are required for all admitted students
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Pocatello, Idaho 921 S 8th Avenue
Campus Stop 8288
Pocatello, ID 83209-8288
(208) 282-4597 isu edu/pharmacy pharmacy@isu edu
Meridian, Idaho 1311 E Central Drive Meridian, ID 83642-7991 (208) 373-1821 isu edu/pharmacy pharmacy@isu edu
Anchorage, Alaska 3211 Providence Drive, PSB 111
Anchorage, AK 99508 (907) 786-6553 isu edu/pharmacy pharmacy@isu edu