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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, please join us for an information session,
complete the information request form or contact us.

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.

Danielle Dishmon PharmD, Class of 2010	Cynthia Jackevicius, MSc, PharmD Associate Professor, Pharmacy Practice	Giano Panzarella, PharmD PharmD, Class of 2007
Best thing about WesternU: The opportunity to be involved in so many organizations and to interact with so many members of the community outside of the pharmacy program. Why WesternU: I chose WesternU because of the block schedule. I really liked the idea of being able to focus and master one disease state at a time. Best Advice: Western University is unique in that the school focuses on health professions education. It is a small campus so it is very welcoming and easy to get involved in student activities, such as those with professional associations. Courses Taught: Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Cardiology Research Interests: Quality of cardiovascular medication utilization and medical care Medication prescribing patterns Patient education and adherence Lipid lowering therapy Acute coronary syndromes (specifically antithrombotic therapy) Gender bias in cardiovascular disease and medication use E-mail me "The pharmacy program is intense and applicable from the get go. Concepts can immediately be taken from the classroom and used in the real world. Overall I feel WesternU students have a large knowledge base that often merits surprise and accolades from our preceptors.I chose Western University for its tightly woven community setting. I felt so lost in the fracas at larger Universities fearing I wouldn't be able to make my mark. I feel that larger Universities encourage you to accept the status quo and follow the herd, whereas Western University is the kind of place where innovative ideas can thrive. Also the hexagonal classrooms promote participation and learning. I would like prospective students to know that they have a voice here at WesternU. The curriculum is progressive toward student needs and our opinions and suggestions matter."