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. 

#18

National Ranking

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

Charles Iles

Build Leadership Skills

Charles Iles, Class of 2025

Iowa Pharmacy stands out for the leadership it instills in its students every day. At Iowa, we have an abundant amount of research, connections, and top faculty to enhance our experience. Iowa equips students with the necessary skills to excel wherever we choose to practice.”
 

Sanika Jadhav

Explore Diverse Research Opportunities

Sanika Jadhav, PhD Student

The PhD program allows you to choose a research project that aligns with your research interests and to learn from distinguished and dedicated faculties with well diverse backgrounds.”

Jose Rodriguez

Be Innovative

Jose Rodriguez, Class of 2023

Iowa Pharmacy is a world leader in practice transformation, research development, and innovation. If there is something new brewing in the pharmacy world, there is a big chance Iowa is involved.

Emily Weyenberg

Learn in a "Pharmily" Atmosphere

Emily Weyenberg, Class of 2025

"I was introduced to the term, “Pharmily”, meaning pharmacy family, during my interview session. That term really describes the atmosphere at the College. All the faculty are on your side and want to see you succeed and the collaborative environment with your peers really makes learning easier!"

A Few of Our Favorite Things....

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News and Announcements

UI Pharmaceuticals Labs

Finding a CDMO Partner for your Drug Development Needs

Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Tips for finding a full-service CDMO to support your needs for your drug development program.
2023 Zada Symposium Speakers and Dean

Leadership Symposium Encourages Action

Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Students, faculty, alumni, practitioners, and friends attended the 2023 Zada Cooper Leadership Symposium.
2023 PhD Commencement - Autumn Moore, Kevin Tobin, Leyla Rezaei, Sanjib Saha

2023 Graduate Doctoral Commencement

Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Six College of Pharmacy graduate students have successfully completed their Doctor of Philosophy degrees or will finish this summer.

Upcoming Events

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2023 UI College of Pharmacy Safety Week

Monday, June 5 1:00pm to Friday, June 9, 2023 1:00pm
College of Pharmacy Building
The College of Pharmacy presents "Safety Week" for faculty, staff, and students. Monday, June 5 (College of Pharmacy Building Fire Drill) The rally point for the College of Pharmacy building (CPB) is the grassy area between CPB and Hillcrest dorm on the east side of the building. Tuesday, June 6 (CPR & AED Usage)           Join Bruce McAvoy the University of Iowa Fire Safety Coordinator as he familiarizes us with basic CPR and AED usage. Wednesday, June 7 (Fire Extinguisher Safety) Bruce...
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College of Pharmacy Residency Graduation Celebration

Wednesday, June 21, 2023 6:00pm to 8:00pm
College of Pharmacy Building
The College of Pharmacy will honor its 2022-2023 residents with a celebration.

UI College of Pharmacy Faculty Development Retreat

Wednesday, June 28, 2023 1:00pm to 4:00pm
College of Pharmacy Building
College of Pharmacy faculty will gather for a development retreat.
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Pharmacy Preceptor Development Continuing Education Program

Thursday, July 13, 2023 5:00pm to 8:00pm
College of Pharmacy Building
The Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science at the UI College of Pharmacy will host a Preceptor Development Continuing Education Program titled, "Precepting Pharmacy Students Today: Generational Engagement. " The program will examine generational beliefs and assumptions impacting pharmacy student experiential education, and outlines strategies for preceptors to maximize the student learning experience. Program Schedule: 5 p.m.–6 p.m. Registration and Building Tours 6 p.m.–7 p.m. Dinner 7...
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Pharmacy Preceptor Development Continuing Education Program

Tuesday, July 18, 2023 5:00pm to 8:00pm
College of Pharmacy Building
The Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science at the UI College of Pharmacy will host a Preceptor Development Continuing Education Program titled, "Precepting Pharmacy Students Today: Generational Engagement. " The program will examine generational beliefs and assumptions impacting pharmacy student experiential education, and outlines strategies for preceptors to maximize the student learning experience. Program Schedule: 5 p.m.–6 p.m. Registration and Building Tours 6 p.m.–7 p.m. Dinner 7...