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. 

Top 25

National Ranking

We proudly claim membership in the top 20% of 142 pharmacy schools!

Our Commitment

The UI College of Pharmacy is committed to fostering, facilitating, and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all our endeavors.

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....

Students recently responded to the question:

"What is your favorite thing about the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy?"

Learn more about why you should choose Iowa too!

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News and Announcements

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A Conversation with new College of Pharmacy Dean Jill Kolesar

Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Dean Kolesar was recently interviewed for a 'get to know you' article.
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Ernst Receives Prestigious Russell R. Miller Award

Monday, October 14, 2024
Michael Ernst, clinical professor, was awarded the prestigious Russell R. Miller award from the American College of Clinical Pharmacy.
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Preceptors of the Year Announced

Thursday, October 10, 2024
The University of Iowa College of Pharmacy has announced its 2023-24 Preceptor Excellence Award recipients. They are: Lorin Fisher, Alison Graham, Rachel Grolmus, Beth Soenen, and Sara Wiedenfeld. Congratulations to these outstanding educators.

Upcoming Events

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College of Pharmacy PSET Seminar Series: Nicole Brogden, PhD

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 11:30am
College of Pharmacy Building
The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Experimental Therapeutics in the College of Pharmacy will host a seminar presented by:  Nicole Brogden, PhD Ting-Fong and Nei-Jia Chin Associate Professor College of Pharmacy University of Iowa Iowa City, Iowa  Seminar Title: "Impact of Physiological Characteristics on Dermal Microneedle Drug Delivery" All are welcome to attend.
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APhA-ASP at UI Health and Well-Being Fair

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 7:30am to 2:00pm
Field House
The Annual Health and Well-Being Fair for UI faculty and staff will be held at the UI Field House. The event will include free health screenings, door prizes, flu vaccines, and representatives to answer questions regarding UI benefits. During the event, UI College of Pharmacy students from APhA-ASP will offer blood glucose screenings until 10:30 a.m. and cholesterol screenings all day.
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UI College of Pharmacy Alumni and Friends Reception at AAPS PharmSci 360

Monday, October 21, 2024 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Hyatt Regency
Please join us for this year’s alumni reception at AAPS PharmSci 360. This casual event hosted by the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Experimental Therapeutics will provide an opportunity to connect with alumni and colleagues and to hear a brief update regarding the Pharmaceutics program. Graduate students and friends of the program are also welcome to attend. RSVP to barbara-kelley@uiowa.edu.
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College of Pharmacy ACPE Self-Study Visit

Tuesday, October 22 to Thursday, October 24, 2024 (all day)
College of Pharmacy Building
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College of Pharmacy Homecoming Week Events

Thursday, October 24 to Saturday, October 26, 2024 (all day)
Join us during Homecoming Week as we honor alumni/friends and celebrate with each other!  Oct. 24, 4 p.m. - Osterhaus Lifetime Achievement Symposium and Alumni Awards Ceremony College of Pharmacy Building, Iowa City REGISTER Oct. 25, 5:45 p.m. - Homecoming Parade  Downtown Iowa City Oct. 25, 7 p.m. - Alumni, Family, and Friends Celebration The Graduate Hotel, Iowa City REGISTER Oct. 26, 2:30 p.m. - Homecoming Football Game vs. Northwestern Kinnick Stadium, Iowa City **For HOTEL &...