Pharmacy

Begin Your Career in Pharmacy in Only Three Years

From practicing patient care at hospitals, clinics, and local pharmacies to working in the pharmaceutical industry, there are many career options for students who choose to pursue a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree at Midwestern University.

As a Midwestern University College of Pharmacy student, you can:

• Learn culturally sensitive, patient-centered care at our unique and premier clinical rotation sites
• Discover specialty practice areas, such as pediatrics, cardiology, and oncology 
• Spend one-on-one time with faculty mentors who can help you navigate your career path
• Build your healthcare network with other medical profession students
• Participate in unique research opportunities
• Choose to study at either one of our beautiful campuses: Glendale, AZ or Downers Grove, IL

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Why Our Programs Are Exceptional

• Location: Both of our campuses are safe and located close to many reputable hospitals in Chicago or Phoenix.
• Reputation: MWU’s pharmacy program is well-known for teaching students the latest trends. MWU’s state-of-the-art facilities and Simulation Center also provide the opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience while working with cutting edge technology, so that they can be even more prepared for their future careers.
• Faculty: Our professors are seasoned professionals committed to student success. Not only are they dedicated to providing students with personalized, one-on-one guidance, but they also focus on engaged learning, interactivity and a skill-based approach in the classroom.
• What We Care About: We want our students to have their best experiences here. That’s why we offer a diverse array of quality rotation opportunities, which directly contributes to our students’ high job placement rates. We also prioritize students by offering an accelerated three-year program, specifically designed to reduce costs – and it allows them earn their doctorate sooner.
• What Sets Us Apart: MWU’s Dual Acceptance Program, available at both the high school and community college levels, provides students the opportunity to secure early admission into our program.

Did You Know...

• Pharmacists earn an average salary of $136,030 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
• Our pharmacy graduates have a job placement rate of 95%
• Midwestern University has an alumni network of more than 8,000 pharmacists in many specialties across all 50 states

Midwestern University Students:

• Value social justice and cultural care in today's healthcare environment
• Get involved in community outreach efforts
• Go on to practice pharmacy in a variety of specializations

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