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College of Pharmacy - Chicago | Rockford

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Start your career in Pharmacy

Our new bachelor's program offers two pathways that afford graduates a great degree of flexibility.

Flexible, online options for healthcare professionals

Learn more about our accessible online graduate and certificate program offerings.

Become a Pharmacist at UIC

The Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program emphasizes a patient-centered course of study, and provides a structure that lets students develop into skilled, reflective practitioners who can anticipate change, criticize, evaluate, and modify practice in a constantly evolving healthcare arena.

Leading the field in research

Develop new knowledge in areas such as Pharmaceutics and Drug Delivery, Pharmacognosy, Chemistry in Drug Discovery, Molecular Mechanisms and Therapeutics, Forensics, Pharmacy Services, Pharmaceutical Products, Patient and Health System Outcomes, and Pharmaceutical and Health Policy.

Apply to be a resident or fellow at UIC

In collaboration with the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System, UIC Pharmacy has over 40 years history of training post-graduate pharmacists in clinical service and research through our PGY1 and PGY2 residencies, as well as our clinical research fellowships.

  • #1 School of Pharmacy in Illinois, according to US News & World Report

  • # 7 School of Pharmacy in the country, according to US News & World Report

  • # 7 total research grant funding according to the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP)

  • 1859 Year the college was founded, one of the oldest pharmacy schools in the country

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One College, Two Campuses, Unlimited Opportunities Heading link

The UIC College of Pharmacy is located on two campuses: Chicago and Rockford. They are about 90 miles apart, but the campuses are constantly connected by the latest distance learning technology and a united mission to produce the next generation of pharmacy leaders. Students in both Chicago and Rockford receive the same education, have active student organizations, perform public service for their communities, have numerous research and residency opportunities, and receive the same degree upon graduation.

News Heading link

Jesse Brown VA Medical Center Building
Partnership Spotlight: Jesse Brown Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Monday, November 7, 2022
One look at the leadership team from Jesse Brown Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC), and two striking facts surface. First, all five of them are women. Second, they’re all graduates of the UIC…
Matthew Rim, Brian Murphy, Marianne Pop, President Tim Killeen, Kevin Rynn, Mike Koronkowski, Joanna Burdette pose together for a photo after the UIC Faculty Awards Ceremony
Pharmacy Faculty honored at UIC Faculty Awards reception
Thursday, October 27, 2022
On Wednesday, October 26, 2022 several College of Pharmacy faculty were honored at UIC’s Faculty Awards Ceremony and Reception. The event is hosted by the Office of the Provost, including the Vice Provost…
Barbara Calamini
Alumni Profile - Barbara Calamini
Tuesday, September 13, 2022
When Barbara Calamini, PhD ’07, medicinal chemistry, met patients facing Huntington’s disease, she knew how she wanted to devote her professional life: seeking badly needed treatments for such destructive neurodegenerative diseases.
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When you choose UIC College of Pharmacy, you choose a great education, world-class faculty, cutting-edge research, and a commitment to service.

Visit our “By The Numbers” page to get an overview on what we offer, including facts and figures that all add up to one thing: an amazing education at a top institution.

By The Numbers

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Dec 4 2022

Alumni & Friends Reception at ASHP MidYear

Sunday, 6:00 pm–8:00 pm PST
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino
Dec 5 2022

Illinois Reception at ASHP MidYear

Monday, 5:30 pm–7:00 pm PST
MGM Grand Las Vegas
Dec 14 2022

BS in Pharmaceutical Sciences Info Session

Wednesday, 4:30 pm–6:00 pm
Online
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We strive to be a community where differences are embraced, that emphasizes inclusion and recognizes diversity as a strength, and where everyone works together to be the global leader in innovative pharmacy education, research, and practice to improve human health.

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