UCSF School of Pharmacy
PCAT Median
465
445–485 range
GPA Median
3.62
3.48–3.78 range
Acceptance Rate
32%
Program avg: 61.6%
Class Size
168
How to Get Into UCSF School of Pharmacy
To be competitive at UCSF School of Pharmacy, applicants typically present a PCAT score near 465 (middle 50%: 445–485) and a GPA around 3.62 (3.48–3.78). UCSF School of Pharmacy admits about 32% of applicants. Each entering class is roughly 168 students. The school is located in San Francisco, CA. Figures reflect the 2025 entering class. Enter your own GPA and PCAT score on AdmitBase to see your personalized match category and admission odds.
Admitted Student Profiles
PCAT Score Range
GPA Range
Historical Trends
34-year data (1989–2022)
| Year | PCAT Median | GPA Median | Accept % | Apps | Class Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | — | — | — | — | 129 |
| 1990 | — | — | — | — | 150 |
| 1991 | — | — | — | — | 118 |
| 1992 | — | — | — | — | 134 |
| 1993 | — | — | — | — | 127 |
| 1994 | — | — | — | — | 128 |
| 1995 | — | — | — | — | 126 |
| 1996 | — | — | — | — | 141 |
| 1997 | — | — | — | — | 111 |
| 1998 | — | — | — | 553 | 119 |
| 1999 | — | — | — | 489 | 130 |
| 2000 | — | — | — | 466 | 136 |
| 2001 | — | — | — | 644 | 127 |
| 2002 | — | — | — | 854 | 122 |
| 2003 | — | — | — | 1,172 | 121 |
| 2004 | — | — | — | 1,234 | 132 |
| 2005 | — | — | — | 1,182 | 147 |
| 2006 | — | — | — | 1,345 | 147 |
| 2007 | — | — | — | 1,572 | 183 |
| 2008 | — | — | — | 1,623 | 153 |
| 2009 | — | — | — | 1,556 | 153 |
| 2010 | — | — | — | 1,503 | 146 |
| 2011 | — | — | — | 1,387 | 157 |
| 2012 | — | — | — | 835 | 178 |
| 2013 | — | — | — | 807 | 200 |
| 2014 | — | — | — | 721 | 179 |
| 2015 | — | — | — | 900 | 159 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | 541 | 152 |
| 2017 | — | — | — | 512 | 158 |
| 2018 | — | — | — | 345 | 141 |
| 2019 | — | — | — | 423 | 167 |
| 2020 | — | — | — | 352 | 255 |
| 2021 | — | — | — | 303 | 162 |
| 2022 | — | — | — | 306 | 168 |
Tuition
In-State / Resident
$51,640
$30,775 above program average
Out-of-State / Non-Resident
$63,885
Outcomes
Board/Certification Pass Rate
97%
Data source: AACP Institutional Research (2025). Statistics reflect the most recently published admission cycle.
UCSF School of Pharmacy: Frequently Asked Questions
What is UCSF School of Pharmacy's acceptance rate?
UCSF School of Pharmacy has an acceptance rate of about 32% (2025 entering class). For comparison, the average across Pharmacy programs we track is 61.6%.
What PCAT score do you need for UCSF School of Pharmacy?
Admitted students at UCSF School of Pharmacy have a median PCAT score of 465, with a middle-50% range of 445 to 485 (2025 entering class). A score at or above the median makes you most competitive.
What GPA do you need to get into UCSF School of Pharmacy?
The median GPA of admitted students at UCSF School of Pharmacy is 3.62, with a middle-50% range of 3.48 to 3.78 (2025 entering class).
How much does UCSF School of Pharmacy cost?
Annual in-state or resident tuition at UCSF School of Pharmacy is $51,640. Out-of-state or non-resident tuition is $63,885. Tuition figures exclude living expenses and fees.
How hard is it to get into UCSF School of Pharmacy?
Admission to UCSF School of Pharmacy is competitive: it admits roughly 32% of applicants, the median PCAT is 465, the median GPA is 3.62. Applicants near or above these medians have the strongest odds. Use AdmitBase to see whether UCSF School of Pharmacy is a Safety, Target, Reach, or Far Reach for your specific GPA and PCAT score.
Where is UCSF School of Pharmacy located?
UCSF School of Pharmacy is located in San Francisco, CA.
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