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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National Ranking

We boast a top twenty ranking out of 143 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?"

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News and Announcements

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Kennelty, Casteel Study on Team-Based Hypertension Earns $17.9M

Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Korey Kennelty, College of Pharmacy/Department of Family Medicine, and Carri Casteel, College of Public Health, are dual-principal investigators on a major Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) grant.
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STEP Program Connects Students and Alumni

Monday, April 22, 2024
Through the UI College of Pharmacy’s STEP program, students save on out-of-pocket travel expenses during residency and job interviews and engage with fellow pharmacy alumni.
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Solid Development

Thursday, April 4, 2024
A year into her appointment, Pharmaceutics faculty member Tze Ning Hiew is growing her research lab, cultivating students’ minds, and shaping the future of oral solids.

Upcoming Events

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UI College of Pharmacy Admitted Student Week

Friday, May 3, 2024 11:00am to 2:00pm
College of Pharmacy Building
The College of Pharmacy will host admitted students for the Class of 2028 on: April 29, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. May 3, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Students will be provided valuable insights into life at the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy, and given opportunities to connect with future classmates and start building the foundation for a successful college experience.
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2024 UI College of Pharmacy Zada Cooper Leadership Symposium

Saturday, May 4, 2024 7:30am to 1:30pm
College of Pharmacy Building (CPB)
The Zada Cooper Leadership Symposium honors a true pioneer: Zada Mary Cooper. Cooper graduated from the UI College of Pharmacy in 1897 and continued as a faculty member until retiring in 1942. She was considered a master teacher, mentor, and innovator who was inspirational to her students. She advocated for women in pharmacy, for patients, and to strengthen standards in pharmacy education. Cooper is the first-known female pharmacy faculty member in the country and is hailed as the “Grand and...
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College of Pharmacy Graduate Student Recognition Event

Monday, May 6, 2024 12:00pm to 1:00pm
College of Pharmacy Building
Graduate students in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Experimental Therapeutics will be spotlighted during the third annual Graduate Student Recognition Event on May 6. Opening remarks will be given by Department Chair and Professor Jonathan Doorn, followed by student awards.  

College of Pharmacy PSET Seminar Series: Seungpyo Hong, PhD

Tuesday, May 7, 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:  Seungpyo Hong, PhD Milton J. Henrichs Chair in Pharmaceutical Sciences Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Carbone Cancer Center, and Biomedical Engineering Director of Wisconsin Center for NanoBioSystems University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, Wisconsin All are welcome to attend.
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2024 College of Pharmacy Doctor of Pharmacy Commencement Ceremony

Thursday, May 9, 2024 10:00am
Hancher Auditorium
Please join us as we celebrate the PharmD Class of 2024. Susan Vos, PharmD, FAPhA, will deliver the 2024 Doctor of Pharmacy Commencement address. Vos is senior director of Student Affairs at the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy. She is an adjunct professor for the UI College of Pharmacy, and former clinical professor and associate dean of Student Affairs of the College. Doors will open one hour prior to ceremony start. The ceremony will be live-streamed. Watch here.