100 %
National Match Rate = 84%
97 %
3-year average of graduating within four years.
#20
We proudly claim membership within the top 14% of all 141 pharmacy schools!
Why consider the UI College of Pharmacy?
- Ranked #20 PharmD program by U.S. News & World Report
- 76% of students receive scholarships (2025)
- 100% residency match rate (Class of 2026)
- Practice-ready training under Iowa’s 2025 Standard of Care Act
- 850+ preceptors across 18 states and 5 countries
- Learn from world-renowned faculty (28% among top 2% of scientists)
- First-generation student support program (launched 2026)
- Multiple mentorship and leadership opportunities
- Hands-on research with faculty
- Interprofessional training with health sciences students
- Global learning experiences (Belize, Ireland, Japan, Romania)
- Community engagement in clinics, advocacy, and outreach
- Flexible pathways to shape your pharmacy career
"What makes the UI College of Pharmacy stand out is its supportive and uplifting environment. Students, faculty, and staff share a common commitment to helping one another succeed."
S. Ekufu, '26 PharmD
What do Pharmacists Do?
Pharmacists are among the most accessible healthcare professionals and play a vital role in helping patients achieve the best possible health outcomes. Their responsibilities extend far beyond dispensing medications.
- Advise patients
- Monitor patients' health
- Advocate for medication safety
- Compound medications
- Give immunizations
- Ensure accurate medication and dosage
- Manage, consult on the side effects of medication
- Conduct health and wellness screenings
- Collaborate with healthcare providers
Pharmacy Is Right For You!
Pharmacists use their medication expertise to treat patients, collaborate with other health care professionals, promote population health, and manage pharmacy systems.
Pharmacists are
- Great communicators
- Team-focused
- Stand-out leaders
- Detail-oriented
- Interested in life-long learning
- Good problem solvers