Answer your calling. Become a pharmacist.
Our PharmD Program
Loma Linda University School of Pharmacy opened its doors in 2002. Our Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree program educates future pharmacists in a fully-integrated environment at our faith-based academic health sciences center. We develop competent, compassionate pharmacists whose professionalism encompass the physical, mental, social and spiritual dimensions of health.
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LLU School of Pharmacy Advantages
Real World Experience at Our Many Training Sites
Get exceptional education and clinical experience at Loma Linda University Health Training Sites and be part of interprofessional healthcare teams committed to whole person care.
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Nation's First Hispanic Center of Excellence in Pharmacy
As a Center of Excellence, we provide educational and training opportunities to address health issues throughout San Bernardino, Riverside and Los Angeles Counties.
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Top Rankings for Research Funding by American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP)
We rank #2 in the Western United States and #5 nationally among 72 private schools of pharmacy for total extramural research funding awards during fiscal year 2022. Out of 142 pharmacy schools in the United States, LLUSP ranked #54.
Diverse Research Opportunities
Broad Curriculum
Customizable curriculum that also offers three dual degree options. Get your masters degree at the same time as your doctorate.
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Community Outreach
Be a part of local health fairs, immunization programs and clinic sessions, which are coordinated and provided by student pharmacists and supervised by faculty and pharmacist preceptors.
Local Outreach
Global Outreach
LLU’s global mission service programs offer you opportunities to volunteer, engage in exciting research and partner with strategic partner sites around the world.
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Networking and Career Support
Achieve professional success through career support and networking opportunities.
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Accreditation
Loma Linda University School of Pharmacy is fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), since 2007. Loma Linda University continually meets the rigorous accreditation standards set forth by:
- Adventist Accrediting Association (AAA)
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
- Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
Campus Life
Fuel your passion here, where opportunities for connection, health and wellness in an inclusive community abound — on and off our beautiful campus. Learn more about Campus & Spiritual Life.
Curriculum
Our Curriculum is designed to keep up with best educational practices and is evaluated by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education.
Dual-Degree Program
Earn a masters degree at the same time as a doctorate of pharmacy (PharmD). We offer two dual degree programs.
Information Sessions
We bring our 30-60 minutes school information sessions to you, via Zoom. See upcoming dates and Register Here
Topics we cover:
- About the PharmD program
- Application process
- Answers to your questions
Length of Program
Our Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) is a full-time, four-year degree program. Classes are normally between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., Friday. No undergraduate courses are taught at LLUSP.
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Student Organizations
Students can join a variety of campus organizations and become members of recognized Student Pharmacy Professional Organizations. Learn More.
Student Success Metrics
Out of 13 pharmacy schools in the State of California, LLUSP's Class of 2021 ranked:
- Second on the NAPLEX - North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination
- Fourth on the CPJE - California Practice Standards and Jurisprudence Examination
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WHY I LOVE LLU School of Pharmacy
"I have been welcomed with open arms by my classmates and others — all the way up to 4th-year students. They've given me help in my classes and advice about school and future opportunities. I also love that my professors are always willing to work with me when there is something I don’t understand."