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Pharmacy Excellence with Christ-like Compassion
Whether you’re interested in prepharmacy or ready to earn your Doctor of Pharmacy degree, you’ll be equipped to serve as an exceptional pharmacist with Christlike compassion.
You’ll graduate Fully Prepared. For His Purpose.
By the Numbers
Average Class Size
Among the lowest in US pharmacy schools, by design
2019 First-Time NAPLEX (national licensing exam) Pass Rate
Graduation Rate
Percent of Pharm.D. students who earn their degree in 4 years
Minority Representation, PharmD Class of 2024
Cross Cultural Mission Trip Participation
Residency Match Rate
#2 among 143 US pharmacy schoolsBecoming a Pharmacist. Choose Your Admission Path.
Direct Entry Path – 0+6 or 0+7
Gain direct admission from high school and earn your PharmD in 6 or 7 years.
Transfer Prepharmacy Path
Transfer to Cedarville University from another accredited university to complete your pharmacy prerequisites.
Professional Pharmacy Path
Gain admission to the 4-year, PharmD program after completing your pharmacy prerequisites at another accredited university.
Hear From Our Students
As a student in Cedarville’s pharmacy school in Ohio, you will experience the dynamic environment of 21st-century healthcare from a Christian perspective; be challenged to problem-solve and apply your knowledge and experience to treat the whole person; benefit from interprofessional collaboration with Cedarville’s other well-regarded health programs, including nursing, allied health, and the sciences; and receive 1,740 hours of comprehensive training in hospitals, pharmacies, clinics, rural settings, and research labs — in the U.S. and overseas. You will gain pharmacy experience in every conceivable setting. Cedarville’s School of Pharmacy is ready to help you achieve your educational and professional goals!
Prepared for a Future in Pharmacy
A recent Doctor of Pharmacy graduate shares how the Cedarville University School of Pharmacy prepared him well for his residency and beyond.
Using Pharmacy on Mission for Christ
A recent Pharm.D. graduate shares how Cedarville's School of Pharmacy gave her intentional opportunities to use pharmacy as a ministry to serve others and reach the world for Jesus Christ.
Learning Through a Teaching Pharmacy
A recent Pharm.D. grad explains how being part of a local teaching pharmacy is preparing students with real-world learning opportunities.
Innovation in Pharmacy
A professional pharmacy student explains how innovative experiences within the School of Pharmacy is helping prepare him for a future career in pharmacy.
Prepared Well for Residency
A recent Pharm.D. grad explains how excellent preparation from the School of Pharmacy helps students far surpass the national residency match rate.
Service Opportunities Through Pharmacy
A current professional pharmacy student explains how service opportunities are woven throughout Cedarville's School of Pharmacy.
More Video Resources
Adding an M.B.A. to Your Pharm.D.
Danielle Polley, Pharm.D. shares how adding an M.B.A. to her Pharm.D. will benefit her in her career as a pharmacist.
Center for Pharmacy Innovation
Cedarville University's Center for Pharmacy Innovation seeks to advance the profession of pharmacy by developing novel approaches to patient care and expanding pharmacists' roles as part of a collaborative healthcare team.
Opioids: A National Crisis
Cedarville hosted a town hall addressing the national opioid epidemic, welcoming politicians, healthcare professionals, and first responders to discuss this important topic.
The Uses of a New Antibody
Dr. Rocco Rotello explains the development of a new antibody which could help treat vascular diseases, diabetes, and more.
Cedarville Pharmacy In the News
Grant Provides Free Flu Shots
The Cedarville University chapter of Christian Pharmacists Fellowship International (CPFI) has been awarded a $500 grant to provide free influenza vaccines.
Professor Helping Lead Central Nervous System Network
Dr. McKenzie Shenk, assistant professor of pharmacy practice at Cedarville University, has been elected chair-elect of the Central Nervous System Practice and Research Network.
NAPLEX Pass Rate Exceeds National and State Averages
Cedarville University’s School of Pharmacy class of 2020 currently has a first-time pass rate of 92.5% on the North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLEX).