Essential for Fall 2025 Applicants

Stay informed with our Admissions Planning Guide. 

Planning to apply for the University of Wisconsin–Madison Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program for Fall 2025? Get helpful information about the application process with our Admissions Planning Guide.

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PharmD Admissions Planning Guide

Especially for applicants of Fall 2025 Admit Term

In this guide, you will learn about:

  • The essential steps and required materials in the PharmD application process
  • Key deadlines and milestones for both Priority Application and Regular Admission timelines
  • Details about PharmD prerequisite courses
  • Admissions selection criteria
  • Helpful contact information and resources

Let us help you stay on top of things during such a busy time in your life.

5 REASONS TO SAY YES TO A CAREER IN PHARMACY

Pharmacists change lives and provide important patient care as medication experts. Pharmacy is one of the best healthcare careers that lets you combine your aptitude for science and math with your desire to make a difference and help people. Plus, a career in pharmacy offers the rare combination of a great salary, career stability, and a healthy work-life balance. 

Download your guide to learn why a career in pharmacy is all that, and more.

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PHARMD PROGRAM GUIDE

The UW–Madison School of Pharmacy has educated some of the most successful pharmacy leaders and pharmacists in our PharmD program, ranked #9 in the nation. From cutting-edge clinical training and an innovative curriculum to a proven record of outstanding student outcomes in job placement and residencies, this is the place to start your pharmacy journey.

Download our PharmD Program Guide and discover what makes UW–Madison an excellent choice to pursue your Doctor of Pharmacy education.

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During my time at the School of Pharmacy, the incredible instructors and clinical preceptors have provided me with a monumental assortment of diverse experiences that prepared me to be a well-rounded pharmacist practitioner in any field.
PharmD student
Justin A.
PharmD student
Professors and deans of the school are very friendly and accessible. They really care about the students' success and ensuring needs are being met. Office hour participation, shadowing experiences, and even free coffee trips are all highly encouraged because they want to get to know you.
Student
Kara G.
PharmD student
Participating in pharmaceutical research is a huge benefit of attending a research university like UW–Madison. I have been able to build a community within my research lab, work professionally with pharmacists and other healthcare professionals, as well as use my knowledge to better the world of pharmacy.
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Evan S.
PharmD student
The UW School of Pharmacy is at the epicenter of the best healthcare system in Wisconsin. Being able to have access to such a top-of-the-line system meant that I was going to have a top-of-the-line education that is at the forefront of medicine.
Morgan
Morgan P.
PharmD student