Become a UCSF Mentee Through PhAMLI!

UCSF's Pharmacy Alliance for Mentorship, Leadership, and Information (PhAMLI) invites you to become a mentee for the 2004-05 year! 

See information below and apply online by November 8, 2024!

Application Workshop Recording -- Now Available!

 If you were unable to join us for our
Application Workshop,
a recording is now available for viewing:
https://ucsf.box.com/s/jo8f6ddyah5xfkyjcag1syr12ajm9j7y

Application Workshop (2024 Edition!)

Were you unable to join us for the live presentation?
A recording is available at the following link:
https://ucsf.box.com/s/jo8f6ddyah5xfkyjcag1syr12ajm9j7y

Completing the PharmCAS applicant can seem overwhelming. We know!

But hey -- WE.ARE.HERE.TO.HELP! 

Join us for an Application Workshop where the following topics are covered:

• General Admissions Information
• Important Timelines
• Admitted Students Profile
• Completing the Application
• Tackling UCSF Essay Questions
• Avoiding Pitfalls
• Characteristics of Successful Applicants

We've scheduled a live Zoom presentation for:

• Friday, September 27, 2024, 12pm - 1pm (Pacific Time)

To participate in the zoom session, pre-registration is required. To register, visit our Info Sessions website.

(Can't make this date/time? No worries. We will record the session and post a recording here.)

PharmD Deadline Structure - for entry in summer 2025

Note: The information below refers to the 2024-25 admissions cycle, for applicants who plan to enter our PharmD program in summer 2025.

With the launch of the 2025 PharmD application on July 11, we want to share our deadline structure!  In addition to a Final deadline of December 2, 2024, we also have a Priority deadline of October 1, 2024.

So what does this mean and how does it work?  Let me explain...

Priority Deadline: October 1, 2024:

• We encourage applicants to use the Priority deadline as a target date when submitting your application to our program.
• Applicants who submit by the priority deadline, and whose application is verified and delivered to us by PharmCAS in a timely manner, may be invited to our December interviews.  
• Submitting your application by the Priority deadline allows us time to resolve any application issues that arise. (You'd be surprised how many application issues surface. Often times, it results in a time-scramble where applicants end up running out of time to correct the issue.) Early submission allows more time to work with you in order to ensure your application is complete and ready for review!
• Submitting your application by the Priority deadline allows for the possibility of an earlier interview date.
• Submitting your application by the Priority deadline allows for more scheduling flexibility should your pre-assigned interview date not work for you. 

Final Deadline: December 2, 2024:

• All applications must be submitted by the Final deadline, including: PharmCAS application submitted, ALL college transcripts received by PharmCAS, and at least three letters of recommendation received by PharmCAS.
• Applicants who submit by the final deadline, and whose application is verified and delivered to us by PharmCAS in a timely manner, may be invited to our January interviews.

Frequently Asked Questions:

When does the application become available?
The PharmCAS application launched on July 11.

I'll try to submit my application by October 1, but if I miss the Priority deadline, can I still apply?

Yes, as long as you submit before the Final deadline of December 2.

If I submit my application on December 2, and there are issues with my application, will you help me resolve the problems?

We always want to work with our applicants to make sure everything is in order; however, often times, our enemy is time. If there just simply isn't enough time to resolve problems, it may have a negative impact on your application submission. 

Can I submit my application after December 2?
No. December 2 is the Final deadline.

Fall 2024 Zoom Drop-In Hours. Let's Chat -- Virtually!

 Working on your application and have questions? Need more information about our program?

We have many scheduled Zoom Drop-In Hours -- leading up to our December 2 Final Deadline.  Our Admissions Coordinator, Edgar, will be available to answer your questions and provide guidance!

Drop-in Zoom Link: https://ucsf.zoom.us/j/96358706677?pwd=K5sbEo5zdwrCEpvch3capOrqURaXOC.1
Meeting ID:  963 5870 6677
Password: UCSF2025
Phone or Conference Room Password: 95775171

September 2024:

• Tuesday, September 24, 10am - 12pm (Pacific Time)
• Thursday, September 26, 2pm - 4pm (Pacific Time)
• Friday, September 27, 10am - 12pm (Pacific Time)

October 2024:

• Tuesday, October 1, 10am - 12pm (Pacific Time)
• Tuesday, October 1, 2pm - 4pm (Pacific Time)
• Thursday, October 10, 10am - 12pm (Pacific Time)
• Wednesday, October 16,  2pm - 4pm (Pacific Time)
• Wednesday, October 23, 2pm - 4pm (Pacific Time)
• Monday, October 28, 2pm - 4pm (Pacific Time)

November 2024:

• Wednesday, November 6, 2pm - 4pm (Pacific Time)
• Tuesday, November 12, 12pm - 2pm (Pacific Time)
• Thursday, November 14, 2pm - 4pm (Pacific Time)
• Tuesday, November 19, 10am - 12pm (Pacific Time)
• Thursday, November 21, 10am - 12pm (Pacific Time)
• Tuesday, November 26, 10am -12pm (Pacific Time)
• Tuesday, November 26, 2pm - 4pm (Pacific Time)

December 2024:

• Monday, December 2, 10am - 12pm (Pacific Time)
• Monday, December 2, 2pm - 4pm (Pacific Time)

Fee Waivers -- Don't Be Shy!

[Note: Beginning with the 2024-25 application cycle, we no longer require a UCSF Application Processing Fee. The only required fee is through the PharmCAS application.] 

Applying to grad school can be costly.

We know that.

Fee waivers can be a way to offset that cost considerably!

Applying to UCSF School of Pharmacy is a two-part (two-fee) process -- and both have fee waiver options available!

1. Submit a completed PharmCAS application
For fee waivers for submitting the PharmCAS application, you should contact PharmCAS directly.

2. Submit a UCSF Application Processing Fee
Consider requesting a fee waiver to cover the UCSF Application Processing Fee. A little work is involved but it could certainly save you an additional expense. There are several different categories in which a fee waiver is granted:

• Verification from your current undergraduate Financial Aid office; or
• Meeting certain income eligibility guidelines as a non-student; or
• Submitting a statement of need

I've had several applicants share that they don't meet the first two options and are curious about the third (Submitting a statement of need).  We have many applicants in this situation.  The answer is easy -- simply complete the Fee Waiver form and submit a statement of need that includes a bit of information on your current financial situation -- and how a fee waiver would help with the cost of applying. Easy-peasy, right? 

The UCSF Application Processing Fee Waiver form and instructions can be downloaded online! 

Questions? Reach out to us at PharmD@ucsf.edu 

Application Workshops Are Back! (Fall 2023 Edition)

  Unable to join a live presentations?  
  A recording is available  
  at the following link:  

https://ucsf.box.com/s/d49hptt9zwqs04hbyqd2uxtupz7u0g0u

We know that completing the PharmCAS application can seem like a daunting task.

  Never fear -- we are here to help!  

Join us for an Application Workshop where the following topics are covered:

• General Admissions Information
• Important Timelines
• Admitted Students Profile
• Completing the Application
• Tackling UCSF Essay Questions
• Avoiding Pitfalls
• Characteristics of Successful Applicants

Fall 2023 Workshop Dates:

• Wednesday, September 27, 4pm - 5pm (Pacific Time)
• Friday, September 29, 2pm - 3pm (Pacific Time)
• Tuesday, November 21, 3pm - 4pm (Pacific Time)
• Wednesday, November 29, 10am - 11am (Pacific Time)

Pre-registration is required. To register, visit our Info Sessions website.