Unsurpassed Excellence

Since 1885 the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy has been advancing distinction in pharmacy education, discovery, and healthcare delivery, training the highest quality pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists. 

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We boast a top twenty ranking out of 143 pharmacy schools!

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Amanda Merck, P4

Be Part of a Family

Amanda Merck, '21 PharmD

“The University of Iowa is known for its quality health sciences graduate programs and Iowa is a great place to live. Iowa City is big enough to feel like a city, but small enough to feel like a community."

Milagro Michels-Cordao

State-of-the-Art Facility

Milagro Michels-Cordao
PharmD Candidate

"Our college does everything they can to make us feel like a family. We have a phenomenal new building that allows everyone to get the most out of their pharmacy school experience."

Joseph O'Brien, PhD Candidate

Grow Your Research

Joseph O'Brien, '20 PhD

“I learned from PI’s with a diverse set of backgrounds. With ample opportunities to share my work and exceptional seminars from local/visiting researchers, my scientific network grew substantially at Iowa.”

Emily Vyverberg

Create Lasting Relationships

Emily Vyverberg, '09 PharmD

"I chose the UI College of Pharmacy because it provides an exceptional education to pharmacists and its dedicated faculty/staff work tirelessly to ensure student success."

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News and Announcements

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Alumni Award Honorees Announced

Tuesday, September 14, 2021
On October 14, the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy will honor several alumni and friends during the Osterhaus Medal for Lifetime Achievement Symposium, Alumni Awards, and Investiture Ceremony during Homecoming festivities. Awards include: Distinguished Alumni Award, Honorary Alumni Award, and Genesis Alumni Award.
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College to Celebrate Investitures in October Ceremony

Thursday, September 9, 2021
We are delighted to announce the following named positions and will be formally recognizing each faculty member at the Osterhaus Medal for Lifetime Achievement Symposium Alumni Awards, and Investiture Ceremony on October 14.  We wish each faculty member continued success in their areas of expertise in research, teaching, and service, and looking forward to celebrating with them in October.  
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College Welcomes New Students for 2021-2022

Thursday, September 2, 2021
Eighty-eight Doctor of Pharmacy students recited the Oath of the Pharmacist and were officially welcomed into the profession and college during the annual White Coat Ceremony on August 21. Seven new graduate students also began PhD programs in Health Services Research and Pharmaceutics.
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Upcoming Events

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Hardin Open Workshops - John Martin Rare Book Room Resources

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 11:00am to 12:00pm
Hardin Library for Health Sciences
Explore the John Martin Rare Book Room’s rich collection of rare and historical medical materials! This session will introduce you to the JMRBR collection — over 6400 items which span the of breadth of Western medical scholarship. We will also discuss how to search for, request, and use items from the collection.
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IIPHRP Global Health Case Competition Information Session

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 2:00pm to 2:30pm
College of Public Health Building
The annual IIPHRP Global Health Case Competition will take place this fall and student registration open through September 23rd! Interested in competing but not sure if this experience is for you? Attend this information session with competition organizers to learn more about what being a competitor entails and get your questions answered.  This event is open to all students on campus - graduate, professional, and undergraduate. Teams must include students representing at least 3 disciplines…
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APhA-ASP Immunization Clinic - Hy-Vee in Coralville

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 3:00pm
Hy-Vee
College of Pharmacy student members of the American Pharmacists Association Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP) will host a drive-thru flu shot clinic for the community at the Hy-Vee on 8th Street in Coralville. Clinic is from 3:00 - 7:00 pm.
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NCPA Immunization Clinic - HyVee on Waterfront

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 3:00pm
HyVee
College of Pharmacy student members of NCPA will host a flu shot clinic at the HyVee on Waterfront Dr. in Iowa City for the community. Clinic time is 3:00 - 7:00 pm.
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APhA-ASP/NCPA Immunization Clinic - Hy-Vee in Cedar Rapids

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 3:00pm
Hy-Vee
College of Pharmacy student members of the American Pharmacists Association Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP) and the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) will assist with giving flu shots to the community at the Hy-Vee on Mt. Vernon Road in Cedar Rapids. Clinic is from 3:00 - 6:00 pm.
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