Choosing a Pharmacy School
Choosing the right Pharmacy school for you takes significant research. Plan to apply to at least 5 schools, more if you do not feel you are as competitive as you would like to be.
Things to Consider When Choosing a Pharmacy school
- Placement of students in hospital residencies**
- Admissions criteria
- Location
- Cost
- Quality and reputation
- Mission, philosophy, values
- Curriculum and program delivery
- Internship/externships
- Specialties
- Research interests
- Career resources and job placement
- Licensure test scores
- Facilities
- Faculty
**A career working as a hospital pharmacist requires a residency as part of your training. Some schools are more challenging than others to secure residencies in hospitals.
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