PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Molecular Medicine student makes notes in the research lab
Doctor of Pharmacy students receiving training in vaccinations
Doctor of Pharmacy students learning to compound medications
Faculty and staff at the College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences show off their Coug spirit
Doctor of Pharmacy students receiving training in Point of Care testing for ailments such as COVID-19
Graduating PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Doctor of Pharmacy students celebrate in their regalia
Incoming Doctor of Pharmacy students take the Pledge of Professionalism, promising to serve their future patients with professionalism and care
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Washington State University College of

Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

Welcome to the forefront of health care innovation on the West Coast. At the WSU College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, we are singularly devoted to bridging the rural health care divide. We drive progress in clinical practice, empowering pharmacies nationwide and worldwide. Pioneering breakthroughs in molecular therapeutics, drug metabolism, and drug discovery, we’re shaping the future of health care and pharmaceutical science. Join us on this transformative journey.

Our Degree Programs

Undergraduate

Our Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical and Medical Sciences opens up a world of opportunities for you to pursue a career in health care or pharmaceutical research and drug development.

Doctor of Pharmacy

Do you want to help people live longer, healthier lives? Learn about the various career pathways a PharmD degree can offer you.

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Closing the Gap in Rural Health Care 

Roughly 15 million people live in medically underserved areas in the US. In Washington state alone, over 450,000 people reside in pharmacy deserts with over 800 new providers needed to eliminate the gap in access to care. Our Rural Health Initiative (RHI) is the only program on the West Coast dedicated to addressing the rural health care gap, locally and nationally.

Rural Health Initiative
Rural Health Curriculum

Fast Facts

#8 ranked Best Pharmacy Schools in the Far Western U.S. Region

According to collegefactual.com

100% 2023 PhD and MS students who were employed at graduation
100% incoming students received a scholarship
92.5% Class of 2025 NAPLEX first-time pass rate

National average: 86.8% (Data Source)

120K+ pharmacy technicians trained across the US using WSU’s course on immunizations, the gold standard for pharmacies in the nation
84% 2025 PharmD students who were employed at graduation

Students who were actively seeking pharmacy employment with jobs, residencies, fellowships, pending offers, or in negotiations

84% on-time graduation rate
450K+ total scholarships awarded each year
130+ year history in educating future pharmacist

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