Welcome

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.

Wendy Morimoto PharmD, Class of 2009	Cynthia Jackevicius, MSc, PharmD Associate Professor, Pharmacy Practice	Gagik Movsesian, PharmD PharmD, Class of 2007
Best advice: Get involved, but don't just get involved in the organizations specific to your college. Being involved in multidisciplinary organizations will really enhance your view of other healthcare professions as well as give you an opportunity to enhance their view of yours. Research experience: I was accepted into the College of Pharmacy's CAPSLEAD program. This is a program that takes 10 students from every college of pharmacy in California and gives them a research project. Being involved in this really gave me an opportunity to see what research is about. 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 best thing I like about WesternU is the "block system" that is employed by the pharmacy program. It gives me the opportunity to "focus" and truly learn one subject at a time. I chose to come to WesternU because student opinion counts! The staff at WesternU works together with the students to constantly improve the program. As a result, the students at WesternU get the best education possible in an efficient, organized and fair manner. If you want to learn in an institution that provides education far above your expectations; in a system where the students and the staff really interact with each other, WesternU should be first on your list! The knowledgeable, experienced and super friendly professors / staff really do make this school an ideal environment to pursue your education and dreams."