Application deadlines
PharmD applications may be submitted starting in mid-July. The review of completed applications for interview slots begins on August 1 and proceeds on a rolling basis.
As interview slots are limited, it is to your advantage to apply as early as possible. In previous years, a higher percentage of applicants who applied early were interviewed and admitted than those who applied closer to the final deadline.
LEARN HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR PHARMD APPLICATION
Early Action — September 1, 2025
Early Action is a non-binding option. Receive priority review of your PharmD application and selection of scholarships. PharmD applicants who have a 2.9 cumulative GPA or higher are guaranteed an interview. You will be notified of your status within one week of your interview date. You may be offered early admission, denied admission or deferred to regular applicant status to be reviewed again later in the cycle.
Priority Application Deadline — December 1, 2025
You will be given priority after Early Action applicants in the review of your application and selection of scholarships. PharmD applicants who have a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher are guaranteed an interview. You will be notified of your status within one week of your interview date.
Final Application Deadline — March 2, 2026
You must submit your PharmD application before the final deadline to be considered on time!
What if you missed the final application deadline?
Applications completed after March 2 are LATE and will be reviewed only if time and space permit.
All documents must be received by both PharmCAS and Pacific for the application to be considered complete. In order to meet the deadline, PharmCAS must receive all documents by 12 a.m. EST (9 p.m. PST), and all supplemental materials must be postmarked by the deadline date.
Incomplete applications will be reviewed when all missing documents arrive on or before the deadline date. Applications completed after the deadline will be reviewed if time and space permit.
Complete your PharmD application by September 1, and you will be notified of your status within one week of your interview date.
Applying through Early Action means that you not only compete with fewer applicants, but also increase your chance for an interview offer.
Here are other reasons why you should apply early:
- Reduce stress by decreasing the time waiting for a decision.
- Gain more time preparing for the professional program.
Application review process
Your application
You will be notified of any missing documents or prerequisites. Please allow us two to four weeks to process your PharmD application.
Interview letters
If you receive an interview letter, respond immediately! Your interview may be canceled if you do not respond within two weeks.
Helpful hint: To avoid emails being filtered or blocked, we recommend adding our email to your email address book prior to applying to ensure you receive all important messages: pharmdadmission@pacific.edu
Decision letters
After your interview, you will be notified of your acceptance status and receive an offer of admission, a denial or a hold letter. If you receive a hold letter, your application will be reviewed in late spring.
This September, we’re excited to welcome the next class of future pharmacists through our newly redesigned virtual interview experience. Thoughtfully developed to provide flexibility, connection and clarity, this format ensures you receive a meaningful and informative introduction to the Pacific PharmD community—from wherever you are. Our goal is to make your experience personal, supportive and engaging—while also giving you the space to show us your passion for pharmacy and your readiness to begin your PharmD journey.
What to expect
- A live interview with members of our PharmD community
- Opportunities to learn more about our program, values and student experience
- Thoughtfully designed components to help you feel prepared and supported
We’ve created an experience that reflects the innovation, care and community at the heart of our PharmD program—while leaving a few surprises for the day of.
Plan your visit
While your interview may be virtual, we encourage you to experience Pacific in person. Whether through a campus tour, a school group visit or one of our VIP (Very Important PharmD) Student Days, we welcome you to explore the community and culture that make the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy so special.
To accept the offer of admission and reserve your seat in the entering PharmD class, accepted students must submit a $750 non-refundable deposit within two weeks to secure their spot.
The deposit is applied toward orientation and first-semester tuition fees.
Apply to the accelerated PharmD program today!
Submitting your application before the doctor of pharmacy application deadline increases your chance of admission. Reserve your seat in the PharmD program at the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy by applying today!
