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If you have earned a bachelor's degree or equivalent in pharmacy and want to advance your career by earning a PharmD degree, then consider our International Post-Baccalaureate PharmD (IPBP) Program. Our IPBP program is targeted to domestic and/or foreign-trained pharmacists with a bachelor's degree (B.S. or equivalent), who wish to earn a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree. By qualifying for this program, you advance directly into the second year of the PharmD curriculum, which enables you to complete your degree in three years.

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WesternU's PharmD professional program is a four-year fully accredited program leading to the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree.

What sets us apart: An innovative block-system curriculum we pioneered that allows you to master one subject before moving on to the next. The curriculum is taught by nationally and internationally acclaimed faculty with advanced training in a wide range of specialties. Outstanding clinical opportunities in the second half of your training prepare you to be practice-ready.

Why choose WesternU? Ours is a nationally recognized program that offers:

• outstanding board exam first-time passing rate (100% in 2007) and reputation for producing well-trained graduates who receive multiple high-paying job offers.
• a small, private, health-focused institution that fosters interprofessional learning.
• early and extensive clinical training that develops professional and communication skills on campus and at a wide range of clinical sites.
• state-of-the-art classrooms and research facilities.
• student participation in federally funded research programs.
• long humanistic tradition of treating patients as people first; treating students with respect; and fostering camaraderie among students.
• outstanding student support services including tutoring and disability resources. 
• diverse student body and rich array of student club and volunteer opportunities.
• Southern California location with tremendous clinical training opportunities as well as access to major cultural and recreational resources.
• a chance to join WesternU's well-respected PharmD alumni, who enjoy a lifelong connection with the University.

For more information, complete the information request form or contact us.
For program statistics, please visit the Office of Institutional Research's Academic Outcomes webpage.

Meet some of our Pharmacy students, faculty and alumni and read their candid thoughts about their experiences at WesternU. Move your mouse over each picture to read more about that individual.

Vi Nguyen PharmD, Class of 2009	Sam Shimomura, PharmD, FASHP, CGP Associate Dean for College Advancement, Professor of Pharmacy Practice and Administration	Bony Ma, PharmD PharmD, Class of 2006
“WesternU’s PharmD program uses block scheduling, which is unique. The emphasis on teamwork can be demanding but is ultimately a worthwhile learning experience that cannot be found in any other PharmD program in the state.” Beyond the classroom: I am the advisor to the CSHP/ASHP Student Chapter. The students and I have participated in numerous community-service activities, including health fairs; flu shot clinics, poison prevention programs and a fundraiser for the Salvation Army. Courses Taught: Geriatrics OTC Professionalism Ethics Research Interests: I am currently involved in a research project regarding providing education to the community and practitioners on Medicare Part D. E-mail me "WesternU exemplifies an extraordinary combination of the medical sciences with the human touch. The university offers the desired quality education, and gives personal, positive experiences through its faculty, staff members and students."