School of Pharmacy Admissions

​Early decision is a binding option for applicants who have decided that Notre Dame of Maryland University is their first choice pharmacy school and will enroll in the program if accepted.

ThePharmCAS application, fees and all transcripts must be received by PharmCAS by the above deadline, and all supplemental applications must be received by the School of Pharmacy by the supplemental deadline listed above for early decision applicants to be considered. 

Visit PharmCAS for detailed information regarding the early decision process.

For applicants seeking regular admission for Fall 2020, submit the PharmCAS application and Supplemental Application by the deadlines above. Selected applicants will be invited to attend an on-campus interview.

Evaluation of completed applications (PharmCAS and Supplemental applications) will begin in September of 2019 and continue until all seats in the class are filled for regular admission. 

This initial evaluation will determine which applicants are eligible for an on-campus interview; a final evaluation will determine which applicants are eligible for acceptance.

Given the competitive admissions environment, multiple criteria are used to select the most qualified candidates. Grade point averages, PCAT scores, letters of reference, professional preparedness and motivation, personal qualities, communication skills, ability to be a team player and decision making will all be considered when reviewing an applicant’s file.

Acceptance Notification for Early Decision Applicants

Early decision applicants will be notified by October 18, 2019. Those who are not accepted will be automatically reconsidered for regular admission.