Ready to Pursue Ï㽶ֱ²¥PharmD? Here’s What You Need to Know
Whether you're a current undergraduate, a transfer student, or a career-changer exploring pharmacy as your calling, Cedarville University's Christ-centered PharmD program offers a clear and supportive path forward. With a small cohort model, personalized mentorship, and a flexible admissions process — including no PCAT requirement and rolling applications — the School of Pharmacy is designed to help you thrive academically and spiritually.
This page answers the most common questions about applying to Cedarville's Doctor of Pharmacy program, including admissions steps, interview expectations, scholarships, and even our PharmD+MBA dual degree option. Start here to discover how Cedarville can help you become a pharmacist who reflects Christ and impacts lives through compassionate, excellent care.
Do I need a bachelor's degree to be considered for admission to the School of Pharmacy?
No. We welcome applications from students who have completed at least 72 semester hours at an accredited university, taking courses that satisfy the prepharmacy requirements and earning above average grades, particularly in the sciences. As a Christ-centered university, we desire students who possess a vision to use pharmacy as a tool to reflect Christ by making an impact in individual lives, communities, and the healthcare field.
How many students are in the pharmacy program?
The average class size in the PharmD program is 35–40. Between prepharmacy and the doctoral program, there are approximately 300 students studying pharmacy at Cedarville.
What is the application deadline?
The school operates on a rolling admission basis, considering applicants throughout the admission cycle until the class is full. PharmD candidates should apply prior to March for priority consideration.
Is the PCAT required?
No, the PCAT is no longer required for PharmD applicants.
How do I apply?
Admission to the PharmD program involves three steps:
- Complete the .
- Submit your Cedarville University graduate application.
- Interview with the School of Pharmacy.
Undergraduate students pursuing the direct-entry, early assurance pathway should follow the regular undergraduate application procedure.
How do I qualify for a pharmacy scholarship?
PharmD applicants are considered for first-year scholarships during the admission interview process. Second, third, and fourth year graduate pharmacy students are considered for scholarships each spring through a nomination and application process coordinated by the office of the associate dean of the School of Pharmacy. No additional application is required for either of these scholarship programs. Additionally, as opportunities to apply for externally-funded scholarships become available, the associate dean’s office notifies eligible students.
Undergraduate pharmacy students may qualify for University academic and need-based scholarships.
What will my interview be like?
The admission interview is the final step in Cedarville University’s PharmD application process. You will be invited to interview once your PharmCAS application is verified, your academic credentials are reviewed, and your supplemental application is complete.
Whenever possible, interviews are conducted on campus to give you the opportunity to explore the School of Pharmacy, meet faculty, staff, and current students, and experience our community firsthand. If traveling to campus isn’t feasible, an online interview will be arranged.
The three-part interview process includes:
- Meeting with your admissions counselor
- An interview with two pharmacy faculty members
- An interview with the dean or a member of the School of Pharmacy’s administrative team
This interview is an important opportunity for both you and the School to determine whether the PharmD program at Cedarville is the right fit for your academic and professional goals.
When can I start the PharmD/MBA dual degree program?
As a PharmD student, you should apply to the MBA program in late fall semester or early spring semester of your first professional (P1) year of pharmacy school. Once admitted, you may start taking your MBA courses the summer between your first and second professional years or any subsequent semester, as long as you have completed the MBA prerequisites.
Because all of the MBA courses are offered online and in a seven-week format, you can flexibly integrate them into your schedule, depending upon your PharmD class schedule or summer work schedule.