HUCOP International and External Programs
At Howard University College of Pharmacy the International Pharmacy Experiential Training Program (HUCOP Int’l) provides activities, and unique opportunities for students to expand their pharmacy education globally. Established in April 2013, HUCOP Int’l has built strong partnerships across multiple continents, formalized through MOAs and MOUs with host institutions worldwide. Our program features multiple training sites in select countries and offers an immersive five-week experience combining advanced pharmacy practice, cross-cultural learning, professional development, and relationship-building with host communities.
Through these international rotations, HUCOP students serve as Honorable Ambassadors of the Howard University College of Pharmacy and the greater Howard University community.
Our Mission
To provide structured, reciprocal international pharmacy training opportunities, including mentoring and hands-on practice, that positively impact patient care and clinical outcomes both locally and globally.
Our Vision
To be a leader in international pharmacy education, advancing culturally competent care and strengthening pharmacy practice worldwide.
- Gain a deeper understanding of pharmacy practice while collaborating with health professionals and programs in the U.S. and abroad.
- Build leadership skills through exposure to pharmacy practice in resource-limited settings.
- Experience pharmacy on a global scale, fostering cultural awareness and professional growth.
- Apply public health and research principles, skills that strengthen all pharmacy careers.
- Observe international approaches to drug monitoring, medication preparation and distribution, drug therapy management, and standards of patient care, while recognizing global healthcare needs.
- Understand how provider hierarchies influence patient outcomes and healthcare delivery.
