Program Overview
| Program | Course Delivery |
|---|---|
| PharmD (Doctor of Pharmacy) - Early Assurance Program - Pre-Professional Program | On-Campus |
Start Your Pathway to Becoming a Doctor of Pharmacy
The University of Minnesota Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) Early Assurance Program provides an opportunity for highly-qualified students to receive admission to the University of Minnesota Crookston and conditional admission to the PharmD program at the top ranked University of Minnesota through a combined admission process. Following admission to the Early Assurance Program, students have up to four years to fulfill program entry requirements.
Cassidy Lizakowski
Senior Admissions Counselor
Benefits to Students
For students with a clear goal to pursue a PharmD, the Early Assurance Program can reduce the stress of the PharmD application process and provide extra support and preparation for successful matriculation into the PharmD program. Benefits include:
- Conditional admission to the PharmD program, pending completion of program entry requirements.
- Access to pharmacy advisors to assist with course and extracurricular planning.
- Access to faculty and student mentors.
- Special workshops on topics such as pharmacy career exploration, study skills, and interview preparation.
- PharmCAS application fee waiver in the year of application to the PharmD program.
Prerequisite and Requirements
| Prerequisite | Requirement | U of M Crookston Specific Courses |
|---|---|---|
| General Biology | 1 course with lab | BIOL 1009 BIOL 1009H |
| Microbiology | 1 course | BIOL 2032 |
| Anatomy (human or comparative) | 1 course | BIOL 2103 & 2104 |
| Physiology (human or comparative) | 1 course | BIOL 2103 & 2104 |
| Calculus | 1 course | MATH 1142 MATH 1271 |
| Statistics | 1 course | MATH 1150 |
| General Chemistry | 2 courses and 1 lab | CHEM 1061, 1062, 1065 & 1066 |
| Organic Chemistry | 2 courses and 1 lab | CHEM 2301, 2302, 2310 & 2311 |
| Social & Behavioral Sciences OR Humanities | 2 courses or MN transfer curriculum, U.S. associate's degree or U.S. bachelor's degree required | Economics, sociology, language, history, psychology, etc. |
| Introductory Composition | 1 course or MN transfer curriculum, U.S. associate's degree or U.S. bachelor's degree required | COMP 1011 COMP 1011H |
Awards & Accreditation
- U of M Crookston ranked #1 Best Value College in Minnesota for 2025
- The University of Minnesota Crookston is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Admission to U of M Crookston and conditional admissions to the PharmD program at the top ranked University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy
Student Experiences
Cost of Attendance (COA)
Full-time (13-18 credits), on-campus.
| Expense Category | MN Resident & Non Resident |
|---|---|
| Tuition/fees | $13,288 |
| Books/supplies* | $279 |
| Housing/food | $11,024 |
Average Cost After Aid
$13,436
Average amount of grants & scholarships received (2022-2023 data)
$12,894
Average net price after grants &
scholarships (2021-2022 data)
$22,883
Average TOTAL student loan debt after
graduation (2022-2023)
Scholarship and Funding Options
The University of Minnesota Crookston provides quick and easy access to over $1 million worth of scholarship opportunities for new and returning students!
Your Future Professors
What is Campus Life Like?
Residential Life
University of Minnesota Crookston's residence halls are ranked #1 public college dorms in Minnesota by Niche. The residential halls are clean, safe, spacious and modern. There is a mix of traditional style rooms, suites, and apartments available on-campus which include amenities such as ensuite bathrooms, walk-closets, and full size kitchens with all major appliances. There are also beautiful common spaces in every residential building that are great places to hangout, play games, study, or relax. Schedule a tour to see for yourself why they're ranked #1!
