Fast Facts about Our Program
Average Class Size
Speak Two or More Languages*
First-Generation College Graduates*
Dual Degree Programs
On Time Graduation Rate**
**average over the past five years (2020-2024)
Admissions Requirements
Learn what’s required to apply to our Pharm.D. program.
Financial Aid
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Unique Curriculum
From joint courses with medical students at UC San Diego School of Medicine to hands-on curriculum and diverse experiential educational offerings, our curriculum is designed to train future leaders in pharmacy.
Meet our Faculty
Our intentionally small class sizes are taught by award-winning educators who are world-renowned in their fields, creating a more personalized and supportive experience.
San Diego’s Only Pharmacy School in a Leading Biotech and Health Care Hub
As the only pharmacy school in San Diego our students have unique access to numerous training and job opportunities. Our region is home to multiple hospitals, including UC San Diego Health—the #1 hospital system in San Diego—and ranks #3 in the nation for biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies.
Preparing our Students for Success
From dedicated learning and career development specialists, faculty and student mentors, wellness programs and more, we are committed to supporting our students throughout every stage of their academic journey.
Dual-Degree Opportunities
PharmD/PhD Program
Combining pharmacy training with advanced research in pharmaceutical sciences and drug development, our PharmD/PhD program prepares graduates for careers in academia, the pharmaceutical industry or leadership roles translating science into clinical practice.
PharmD/MPH Program
The dual PharmD/MPH program integrates pharmacy education with public health training at UC San Diego Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science to prepare pharmacists for leadership roles in health policy, community health and population-based medicine.