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Pharmacy School Admissions

Pharmacy School Admissions: Know Your Real Chances

Pharmacy education is at a crossroads. With over 140 accredited PharmD programs and declining applicant pools, the landscape has shifted dramatically. AdmitBase calculates your personalised match score using PCAT scores and GPA against official AACP institutional data — so you find the program that fits your profile and career goals.

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140+

US PharmD programs

200–600

PCAT score range

AACP

Official data source

NAPLEX

Pass rate tracking

How the Match Score Works

Percentile-based, tuned for pharmacy admissions

Your PCAT composite and GPA are compared against each program’s 25th, 50th, and 75th percentile data from AACP institutional reports. Pharmacy schools weight PCAT at 50% and GPA at 50%. We also track NAPLEX first-time pass rates — a critical quality signal when comparing programs.

Safety (75–100)

Your numbers are above the school's median — strong admit with likely scholarship.

Target (50–74)

You're in range. A solid application makes acceptance realistic.

Reach (25–49)

Below median. Worth including if the program is a strong fit, but balance your list.

Far Reach (0–24)

A significant stretch numerically. Focus on programs where you're more competitive.

What You Get

  • Match scores across 140+ US ACPE-accredited PharmD programs
  • NAPLEX first-time pass rates for every program — see which schools produce board-ready graduates
  • Score calculator: enter your GPA and see what PCAT score you need for each program
  • Analytics: see your PCAT and GPA plotted inside each school's admitted class distribution
  • Application tracker with calendar sync for PharmCAS deadlines
  • ROI calculator: model tuition, debt, pharmacist salary projections, and payback timeline
  • Community data: anonymised accepted/waitlisted/rejected outcomes from real applicants

Why NAPLEX Pass Rates Matter

Not all PharmD programs produce the same outcomes. First-time NAPLEX pass rates range from under 70% to over 98% depending on the school. A program with a low pass rate may cost the same as a top program but leave you less prepared for licensure. AdmitBase shows NAPLEX pass rates alongside match scores so you can evaluate both your chances of getting in and your chances of passing boards after graduation.

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