Where do you see yourself?
From classroom and lab to business and provider services, the College of Pharmacy at NEOMED is redefining what it means to be a pharmacist.
Why Pharmacy at NEOMED?
96%
Job placement since 2018
Over 90%
Graduation rate
94.4%
PGY-1 match rate (best in Ohio and No. 8 in the nation)
91.6%
NAPLEX pass rate (10-year average)
81.3%
2022 NAPLEX pass rate, first attempt (national rate was 79.6%)
Our Programs
Pre-Pharmacy
Students interested in becoming a pharmacist can participate in one or more of our pre-pharmacy programs to learn more about this field of health care and gain hands-on experience.
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)
Future pharmacists can apply for admission to NEOMED after completing just 63 hours of prerequisite coursework as an undergrad, or secure a seat in pharmacy school as early as high school.
Residency
Pharmacy residency training provides students with extensive experience in providing patient care, developing leadership skills, pharmacy education and training, project management skills and engaging in research.
Continuing Education
Continuing education for pharmacists is designed to enhance the practice of pharmacists by providing them opportunities to learn and apply the latest knowledge and skills for practice in a variety of settings.
M.S. / Ph.D.
Pursue a Master of Science (M.S.) or a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and build upon your professional competence to manage complex health-system pharmacy departments, or pursue a career in the pharmaceutical industry and academia.
Begin Your Journey
Your path to a career in pharmacy begins in Admissions. Discover our three pathways to admission, set up a campus visit and learn how to apply.
Financing your future
Our financial aid calculator will help you estimate the assistance you might qualify for at NEOMED.
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Strong placement rates
Our 2023 postgraduate year one or PGY-1 match rate was 94.4%, the highest in Ohio and eighth highest in nation (national average 82%). Full story.
Residency options
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About the College

Meet the Dean
I believe each student comes to pharmacy school with a dream. I went to pharmacy school because I had a dream of making the world a healthier, better, place. We invite you to explore and see why the College of Pharmacy at NEOMED is like no other. It’s the place to ignite your dream.
Curriculum
While earning a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree, you may also track early for a pharmacy residency as you learn interprofessionally with future physicians.
Latest News & Stories
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Graduating pharmacy students at NEOMED this spring placed into residencies at a rate far above national and state averages. This […]
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Northeast Ohio Medical University and UH Ventures will co-host a Healthcare Transformation Ideator event June 1-2 at Bounce Innovation Hub […]
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Northeast Ohio Medical University returned to E.J. Thomas Hall in Akron Saturday, May 6, 2023, for its 43rd Commencement ceremony. […]
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