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Barry and Judy Silverman
College of Pharmacy

Launch your rewarding pharmacy career at Nova Southeastern University's Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy. Our Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) program will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and experience you need to excel in the ever-evolving field of pharmacy. As a Pharm.D. student, you'll engage in patient-centered care techniques, leadership training, and real-world clinical practice while developing career-advancing relationships amidst NSU’s health care teams.

Our curriculum uses advanced interactive teaching, delivery, and assessment methods. As an NSU Silverman College of Pharmacy student, you'll also have opportunities to participate in international trips and research opportunities that broaden your perspective. Upon completion of this program, you'll be prepared to become a successful practicing pharmacist in a dynamic and evolving health care environment.

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Quick Facts

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Tuition
Visit the Tuition and Fees page for more information.
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Curriculum
NSU's Pharm.D. Entry-Level program is 159 credit hours to complete, minimum.
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Delivery Options
Coursework for this program is conducted in class, online, and in out-of-classroom Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPEs) and Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs). IPPEs and APPEs may be located in off-campus locations (students must have reliable transportation).
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Application Deadlines
Applications are accepted online and on a rolling basis. PharmCAS application is due on June 3, 2024. 

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Shark Sightings

Every student has a story. The “Shark Sightings” video series highlights undergraduates, graduate students, and NSU alumni who are diving into their coursework, getting involved in extracurriculars, and using their education to make a difference in their chosen fields.

Learn why each Shark says they chose NSU, and how their degree is preparing them to dominate.

Double Your Impact: Explore Concurrent Degree Options

You can apply to complete a concurrent degree after successful completion of first-year pharmacy coursework. Requirements and processes will vary based on the program’s college of origin, but can unlock incredible opportunities for any Pharm.D. student.

Explore our concurrent degree options below.

Pharm.D / Master of Business Administration (M.B.A)

Learn More About the M.B.A. Program

Pharm.D / Master of Business Administration (M.B.A)

Learn More About the M.B.A. Program

Pharm.D. / Master of Public Health (M.P.H.)

Learn More About the M.P.H. Program

Pharm.D. / Master of Public Health (M.P.H.)

Learn More About the M.P.H. Program

Pharm.D. / M.S. in Health Informatics

Learn More About the Health Informatics Program

Pharm.D. / M.S. in Health Informatics

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Curriculum

The courses are representative of the overall requirements of the program at the time of publication, and are subject to change. The curriculum is revised, as needed, to meet the demands of the profession.

Pharm.D. Curriculum Educational Outcomes (PDF)

Curriculum

CRN

Credits

(PHRC 4810
Patient Care Basics
/Credits: 1)
(PHRC 4820
Biochemical Basis of Drug Therapy
/Credits: 3)
(PHRC 4830
Fundamentals of Pharmacodynamics
/Credits: 2)
(PHRC 4840
Dosage Forms and Drug Delivery
/Credits: 4)
(PHRC 4850
Pharmaceutical Calculations
/Credits: 2)
(PHRC 4861
Essentials of Professional Practice I
/Credits: 2)
(PHRC 4871
Evidence-Based Practice I
/Credits: 1)
(PHRC 4881
Leadership and Professional Development I
/Credits: 1)
(PHRL 4811
Pharmacy Skills Development I
/Credits: 1)
(PHRC 4891
Integrated Pharmacy Applications I
/Credits: 2)
(PHRC 4910
Nonprescription Drugs and Self Care
/Credits: 3)
(PHRC 4921
Individualized Drug Therapy
/Credits: 4)
(PHRC 4931
Integrated Disease Management I
/Credits: 4)
(PHRC 4962
Essentials of Professional Practice II
/Credits: 2)
(PHRC 4972
Evidence-Based Practice II
/Credits: 2)
(PHRC 4982
Leadership and Professional Development II
/Credits: 1)
(PHRL 4912
Pharmacy Skills Development II
/Credits: 1)
(PHRC 4992
Integrated Pharmacy Applications II
/Credits: 2)
(Total
 
/Credits: 38)

Curriculum

CRN

Credits

(PHRC 4990
IPPE: Community Pharmacy
/Credits: 4)
(PHRC 5832
Integrated Disease Management II
/Credits: 4)
(PHRC 5833
Integrated Disease Management III
/Credits: 4)
(PHRC 5863
Essentials of Professional Practice III
/Credits: 2)
(PHRC 5873
Evidence-Based Practice III
/Credits: 2)
(PHRC 5883  
Leadership and Professional Development III
/Credits: 1)
(PHRL 5813
Pharmacy Skills Development III
/Credits: 1)
(PHRC 5893
Integrated Pharmacy Applications III
/Credits: 2)
(PHRC 5910
Fundamentals of Immunologic and Infectious Diseases
/Credits: 2)
(PHRC 5934
Integrated Disease Management IV
/Credits: 3)
(PHRC 5935
Integrated Disease Management V
/Credits: 5)
(PHRC 5964
Essentials of Professional Practice IV
/Credits: 2)
(PHRC 5974
Evidence-Based Practice IV
/Credits: 2)
(PHRC 5984
Leadership and Professional Development IV
/Credits: 1)
(PHRL 5914
Pharmacy Skills Development IV
/Credits: 1)
(PHRC 5994
Integrated Pharmacy Applications IV
/Credits: 2)
(PHRE
Elective(s)(includes electives which lead to a concentration, when applicable)
/Credits: 4)
(Total
 
/Credits: 42)

Curriculum

CRN

Credits

(PHRC 5800
Patient and Physical Assessment
/Credits: 2)
(PHRC 5990
IPPE: Health Systems
/Credits: 4)
(PHRL 6810
Sterile Products Laboratory
/Credits: 1)
(PHRC 6836
Integrated Disease Management VI
/Credits: 4)
(PHRC 6837
Integrated Disease Management VII
/Credits: 3)
(PHRC 6838
Integrated Disease Management VIII
/Credits: 3)
(PHRC 6865
Essentials of Professional Practice V
/Credits: 3)
(PHRC 6875
Evidence-Based Practice V
/Credits: 2)
(PHRC 6885
Leadership and Professional Development V
/Credits: 1)
(PHRL 6815
Pharmacy Skills Development V
/Credits: 1)
(PHRC 6895
Integrated Pharmacy Applications V
/Credits: 2)
(PHRC 6920
Seminar
/Credits: 1)
(PHRC 7700
Integrated Care
/Credits: 4)
(PHRE
Elective(s) (includes electives which lead to a concentration, when applicable)
/Credits: 2)
(PHRC 77XX
APPE*
/Credits: 6)
(Total
 
/Credits: 39)

Curriculum

CRN

Credits

(PHRC 7710
APPE: Internal Medicine
/Credits: 6)
(PHRC 7720
APPE: Ambulatory Care
/Credits: 6)
(PHRC 7730
APPE: Advanced Hospital
/Credits: 6)
(PHRC 7740
APPE: Community Pharmacy
/Credits: 6)
(PHRC 7750
APPE: Elective I
/Credits: 6)
(PHRC 7760
APPE: Elective II
/Credits: 6)
(PHRC 7770
APPE: Elective III(includes APPE which lead to completion of a concentration, when applicable)
/Credits: 6)
(PHRC 7801
Curricular Review I
/Credits: 1)
(PHRC 7802
Curricular Review II
/Credits: 1)
(PHRC 7803
Curricular Review III
/Credits: 2)
(Total
 
/Credits: *Total: 40 )
(*one APPE may be scheduled at the end of Yr 3 and not repeated in Yr 4)

Total Curriculum Hours: 159

IPPE = Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience
APPE = Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience

The curriculum prepares students for practice and to take the North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination® (NAPLEX®), and Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination® (MPJE®), components of the licensure process to practice as a pharmacist.

Professional Licensure Disclosure (PDF)

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Gain Real-World Pharmacy Experience

Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPEs) give you hands-on learning in community and hospital settings. You'll integrate knowledge from classes and labs while exploring the role of a clinical pharmacist and honing your communication skills. Successful completion of IPPEs unlocks the next level of your journey: Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs).

During APPEs, you'll:

  • Spend six weeks immersing yourself in a supervised pharmacy practice environment.
  • Apply what you've learned in the classroom to real-life patient care scenarios.
  • Develop essential competencies like interprofessional collaboration and evidence-based medicine.
  • Enhance your communication and patient education skills. 

Get In Touch with an Experiential Education Director

For currently enrolled students only. For prospective students, please refer to the Admissions webpage.

Jennifer Steinberg Hernandez, Pharm.D.

Director, Experiential Education, Assistant Professor

Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE)
Fort Lauderdale/Davie

iconjs2128@nova.edu

icon(954) 262-1370

Stella Athanas, Pharm.D

Director, Experiential Education/Assistant Professor

Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE)
Fort Lauderdale/Davie

iconsathanas@nova.edu

icon(954) 262-1162

Julie Marin, Pharm.D.

Director, Experiential Education, Assistant Professor

Introductory and Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPEs/APPEs)
Puerto Rico Regional Campus

iconmarin@nova.edu

icon(787) 773-6585

Denise T. Elia, Pharm.D.

Director, Preceptor Development/Assistant Professor Experiential Education
Fort Lauderdale/Davie Campus

iconelide01@nova.edu

icon(954) 262-4016