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The College of Pharmacy and Allied Health Professions provides a six-year academic program (consisting of a 2-year pre-pharmacy foundation followed by a 4-year professional phase) culminating in an entry-level Doctor of Pharmacy degree. This Pharm.D. qualification serves as a professional credential that opens doors to varied career paths while equipping graduates to adapt to evolving industry demands. The curriculum creates distinctive pathways for students aiming to meaningfully address contemporary healthcare challenges.
A freshman student is a student entering SDSU for the first time. Usually the student is enrolling directly out of high school/secondary school with no previous university experience. Freshmen student admission is based in part on the quality of the applicant's secondary school academic record and the number of places available. The International Admissions Office understands that secondary/high school graduation ages vary by country. However, students must be at least 17 years old at the time of the Program Start date to be eligible for admission.
Applicants should have an above average academic record at least equivalent to a "B-" average (2.60 out of 4.00), or be in the top 60% of their class with suitable academic preparation for the intended major.
English Proficiency
All applicants who are not native speakers of English must demonstrate proficiency in English with one of the following exams and the indicated minimum score: Internet-based TOEFL Test (iBT): 61; Paper-based TOEFL Test (PBT): 500; Academic IELTS: 5.5.