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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UI Pharmaceuticals Welcomes New Managing Director

Monday, November 4, 2024
Marlow Hicks joins UI Pharmaceuticals as Managing Director.

Japanese Students Experience Iowa

Monday, October 21, 2024
They came for clinical educational and professional experience, but also received kindness and community through College of Pharmacy individuals.
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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.

Upcoming Events

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Three Minute Thesis: Final Competition

Thursday, November 7, 2024 12:00pm to 3:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
The University of Iowa’s Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition challenges graduate students to clearly and concisely articulate complex research to nonspecialist audiences. Join us on Nov. 7th at the Iowa Memorial Union (IMU).   City High research scholars reception will take place from noon-12:45 in the Black Box Theater (3rd floor - IMU). The 3MT competition is from 1-3 in the Iowa Theater (1st floor). Join to see our amazing 3MT finalists present their incredible research at the final competition. This event is open to all of UI campus and community!
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Celebrating Excellence: Honoring Teachers, Preceptors, and Staff of the Year

Friday, November 8, 2024 12:30pm to 1:30pm
College of Pharmacy Building
College of Pharmacy faculty, staff, and students are invited to honor the 2023-24 teachers, preceptors, and staff of the year on Nov. 8.  We will celebrate with a short program at 12:30 p.m., followed by a dessert reception.  Faculty/Staff/Students/Alumni: Please RSVP at this linkCollegiate Teacher of the Year, Mary Schroeder Class of 2027 Teacher of the Year, Nicole Brogden Class of 2026 Teacher of the Year, Michelle Fravel Class of 2025 Teacher of the Year, James Hoehns APPE...

College of Pharmacy PSET Seminar Series: Jon Selbo, PhD

Tuesday, November 12, 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:  Jon Selbo, PhD Senior Research Advisor Synthetic Molecular Design and Development Eli Lilly Noblesville, Indiana All are welcome to attend.

College of Pharmacy PSET Seminar Series: Jonathan Kirk, PhD, FAHA, FCVS

Tuesday, November 19, 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:  Jonathan Kirk, PhD, FAHA, FCVS Associate Professor & Vice Chair Department of Cell and Molecular Physiology Loyola University Chicago Maywood, Illinois All are welcome to attend.

College of Pharmacy PSET Seminar Series: Colin Kenny, PhD

Tuesday, December 3, 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:  Colin Kenny, PhD Assistant Professor Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology University of Iowa All are welcome to attend.