College of Pharmacy

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!

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Our Commitment

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

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Meet some of our students and alumni!

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.”

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.”

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.”

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

PharmD Class of 2024 Graduates Crowd Shot

From Separated to Celebration: Doctor of Pharmacy Class of 2024 Triumphs

Thursday, May 16, 2024

After meeting four years ago as small squares on Zoom, the Doctor of Pharmacy Class of 2024 concluded their educational journey together at commencement, surrounded by friends, family, and faculty.

College Welcomes Assistant Professor Jared McLendon

Monday, May 13, 2024

The University of Iowa (UI) College of Pharmacy is proud to welcome Jared McLendon, assistant professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Experimental Therapeutics.

Graduates Ready for New Beginnings

Monday, May 13, 2024

Seven UI College of Pharmacy graduate students have successfully completed their Doctor of Philosophy degrees and are ready to begin their careers and continue their research.

Upcoming Events

54th Annual Pharmaceutics Graduate Student Research Meeting (PGSRM)

Thursday, June 6 to Friday, June 7, 2024 (all day)

College of Pharmacy Building

The Division of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Iowa will be hosting the 54th Annual Pharmaceutics Graduate Student Research Meeting (PGSRM). We are delighted to bring experts from academia and industry together with students to focus on the ideas and approaches enveloping big data pharmaceutical studies. Theme: "Pharmaceutics on the Horizon: Innovation, Application, and Collaboration" *Registration coming soon!*

The 20th Midwest Social and Adminstrative Pharmacy Conference

Monday, June 17 to Wednesday, June 19, 2024 (all day)

College of Pharmacy Building

The Midwest Social and Administrative Pharmacy Conference has a rich history that traces back to its inaugural event in 1985. The first gathering, known as the Midwest Pharmacy Administration Conference, was organized and hosted by faculty at Purdue University. This initial meeting took place at a pivotal time when the history of pharmacy administration as a discipline was coalescing. The conference stemmed from a recognition that pharmacy schools and graduate programs in the Midwest played a...

Hardin Open Workshops - John Martin Rare Book Room Resources

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Hardin Library for Health Sciences

Explore the John Martin Rare Book Room’s rich collection of rare and historical medical materials! This session will introduce you to the JMRBR collection—over 6,400 items which span the of breadth of Western medical scholarship. We will also discuss how to search for, request, and use items from the collection.