USC School of Pharmacy
PCAT Median
448
428–468 range
GPA Median
3.55
3.40–3.70 range
Acceptance Rate
38%
Program avg: 61.6%
Class Size
370
How to Get Into USC School of Pharmacy
To be competitive at USC School of Pharmacy, applicants typically present a PCAT score near 448 (middle 50%: 428–468) and a GPA around 3.55 (3.40–3.70). USC School of Pharmacy admits about 38% of applicants. Each entering class is roughly 370 students. The school is located in Los Angeles, 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 | — | — | — | — | 138 |
| 1990 | — | — | — | — | 145 |
| 1991 | — | — | — | — | 173 |
| 1992 | — | — | — | — | 168 |
| 1993 | — | — | — | — | 175 |
| 1994 | — | — | — | — | 176 |
| 1995 | — | — | — | — | 158 |
| 1996 | — | — | — | — | 171 |
| 1997 | — | — | — | — | 197 |
| 1998 | — | — | — | 853 | 177 |
| 1999 | — | — | — | 748 | 169 |
| 2000 | — | — | — | 765 | 190 |
| 2001 | — | — | — | 879 | 192 |
| 2002 | — | — | — | 737 | 199 |
| 2003 | — | — | — | 1,286 | 206 |
| 2004 | — | — | — | 1,278 | 208 |
| 2005 | — | — | — | 1,337 | 234 |
| 2006 | — | — | — | 1,452 | 221 |
| 2007 | — | — | — | 1,523 | 235 |
| 2008 | — | — | — | 1,390 | 221 |
| 2009 | — | — | — | 1,522 | 235 |
| 2010 | — | — | — | 1,414 | 230 |
| 2011 | — | — | — | 1,313 | 235 |
| 2012 | — | — | — | 1,093 | 207 |
| 2013 | — | — | — | 984 | 254 |
| 2014 | — | — | — | 829 | 251 |
| 2015 | — | — | — | 968 | 202 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | 831 | 303 |
| 2017 | — | — | — | 693 | 257 |
| 2018 | — | — | — | 703 | 286 |
| 2019 | — | — | — | 479 | 355 |
| 2020 | — | — | — | 522 | 441 |
| 2021 | — | — | — | 507 | 356 |
| 2022 | — | — | — | 407 | 370 |
Tuition
In-State / Resident
$68,866
$48,001 above program average
Out-of-State / Non-Resident
$68,866
Outcomes
Board/Certification Pass Rate
95%
Data source: AACP Institutional Research (2025). Statistics reflect the most recently published admission cycle.
USC School of Pharmacy: Frequently Asked Questions
What is USC School of Pharmacy's acceptance rate?
USC School of Pharmacy has an acceptance rate of about 38% (2025 entering class). For comparison, the average across Pharmacy programs we track is 61.6%.
What PCAT score do you need for USC School of Pharmacy?
Admitted students at USC School of Pharmacy have a median PCAT score of 448, with a middle-50% range of 428 to 468 (2025 entering class). A score at or above the median makes you most competitive.
What GPA do you need to get into USC School of Pharmacy?
The median GPA of admitted students at USC School of Pharmacy is 3.55, with a middle-50% range of 3.40 to 3.70 (2025 entering class).
How much does USC School of Pharmacy cost?
Annual in-state or resident tuition at USC School of Pharmacy is $68,866. Tuition figures exclude living expenses and fees.
How hard is it to get into USC School of Pharmacy?
Admission to USC School of Pharmacy is competitive: it admits roughly 38% of applicants, the median PCAT is 448, the median GPA is 3.55. Applicants near or above these medians have the strongest odds. Use AdmitBase to see whether USC School of Pharmacy is a Safety, Target, Reach, or Far Reach for your specific GPA and PCAT score.
Where is USC School of Pharmacy located?
USC School of Pharmacy is located in Los Angeles, CA.
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