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Howard University College of Pharmacy strives to be a premier University in teaching, learning, research, leadership and service locally and globally.

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COLLEGE OF PHARMACY
2300 4th Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20059
Phone: (202) 806-6530

 

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University Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic

The University continues to closely monitor the spread of COVID-19, also known as the coronavirus, as additional cases are confirmed in the United States and other countries. The University continues to formulate and adjust its plans as needed.

 

Featured Programs

B.S./PharmD Program

This curriculum allows a student to complete the requirements for both the B.S. and Pharm.D. degree in seven years instead of the customary eight years. The College of Pharmacy at Howard University has articulation agreements with 14 feeder institutions where a student obtains a B.S. degree from the feeder institution and a Pharm.D. degree from Howard University upon completion of all required courses.

Four-Year Pharm. D. Program

This curriculum allows a student to complete the requirements for Pharm.D. degree in four years as a graduate student. This program provides students with the knowledge and skills to practice pharmaceutical care. The curriculum comprises courses in biomedical sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, clinical and administrative sciences, and pharmacy practice.

Five-Year PharmD/MBA Program

This curriculum is designed to provide an integrated education in pharmaceutical sciences and business management. For the proposed structure of the curriculum of the Joint Pharm. D./M.B.A. Program, please see the PHARMD/MBA Curriculum at the Howard University College of Pharmacy Student Handbook.

MS and Ph.D. Pharmaceutical Sciences Graduate Program

This Curriculum is a four-year  Ph.D. degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences with three tracks

Pharmacy Administration track

Medicinal Chemistry track

Pharmaceutics track

Non-Traditional Doctor of Pharmacy Program

This curriculum is designed for practicing pharmacists. The salient features of the program are highlighted

18-month course of study divided into three semesters, which include Integrated Pharmacy Care and Science courses.

6-month experiential component culminating in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a disease state program

Centers & Grant Programs

Center of Excellence

PACE Center

Fellowship & Residency Programs

Summer Health Professions Education Program

Office of Continuing Professional Education

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Where We Serve

International Service National Service Local Service

Making The Difference

The members of the Dean's Circle are remarkable individuals who believe in the future of the Howard University College of Pharmacy and personally invest in its success each year. By supporting innovative teaching, experiential learning, groundbreaking research, and the building fund, members of the Dean's Circle are changing the world.

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Testimonials

Student Testimonial: Suzanne Mpacko - Class of 2024

In reflection on my experience at Howard University Hospital for my IPPE II rotation, I have gained timeless knowledge on the pursuit of my career as a pharmacist. Being a three-year experienced pharmacy tech/intern at CVS pharmacy, I had never been pushed outside of my comfort zone to see a different aspect of pharmacy. My IPPE rotation allowed me to see the similarities and differences in the two work settings. My preceptor being clinical pharmacist in the research unit at HUH helped me broaden my horizons as to what the role and duties of a clinical pharmacist is. Read the Article

Testimonials

College of Pharmacy Student Testimonial: Kuang-Heng (Jason) Hsiao - Class of 2023

I have learned so much during my IPPE I rotation with Dr. Cyprian Sabah at Dupont Circle Pharmacy. Being an independent pharmacy, I got to see deeper into what it is like to run your own pharmacy business, as well as the pros and cons associated with being an independent pharmacy. Read the Article

Testimonials

Student Testimonial: Dr. David Emaikwu, PharmD - Class of 2022

My time at Howard University was a mixed bag of emotions and experiences. There were moments of triumph such as receiving grants that I automatically qualified for and the harder moments such as my Spring 2020 semester when I was unable to register for courses for several weeks because of financial aid delays. The professors were some of my favorite aspects of the program. Beyond didactic interactions, they were mentors outside of the lecture halls. My experiential rotations were also variable, but mostly positive. Read the Article