SWAG视频

Question 1: Does it matter that I鈥檓 older than your average applicant?
Definitely not. We find that students of all ages make unique contributions to the class. We encourage applications from qualified applicants regardless of age.

Question 2: Do you give preference to California residents?
No. Although a significant portion of our student body is from California, this is merely a reflection of our overall applicant pool.

Question 3: Can international students apply?
Yes we do consider international students. Please keep in mind that any coursework taken out side of U.S. must be submitted to an approved evaluation service for review. All foreign transcripts must be evaluated course-by-course with letter grades, pass/fail, or credit/no credit, and must specify which courses are considered undergraduate, graduate and professional. For additional international student information, please visit the international student website.

Question 4: Is tuition the same for in-state and out-of-state residents?
Yes. We are a private institution, therefore the tuition assessed is the same for in-state, out-of-state and international students. For more information on tuition, scholarships and loan options please visit the MSBPS Budget page.

Question 5: Do you have an early decision process?
No, the College of Pharmacy currently does not have an early decision process.

Question 6: How does the committee decide which applicants are offered seats?
Applications, including all supporting application materials, will be reviewed starting March 1st for the fall semester (August). Completed applications which arrive before or after the deadline may be considered on a rolling basis.

Question 7: When are acceptance letters and final notification letters mailed?
Applicants are usually notified of the committee鈥檚 decision within two-three weeks of review of application.

Question 8: Can I request an application packet?
Please visit the apply now page.

Question 1: Is a bachelor鈥檚 degree required to apply?
Yes. You must have earned a Bachelor of Science degree in pharmacy, chemistry, biology or related scientific area from an accredited college or university. Exceptions will be made on a case by case basis. For a complete list of requirements, please visit the view requirements page.

Question 2: Do you require a minimum GPA to apply?
Yes. The minimum overall GPA requirement is a 2.5. For a complete list of requirements, please visit the view requirements page.

Question 3: Do you require any standardized tests?
Yes. For details, please visit the view requirements page.

Question 4: Can I talk to a counselor if I have questions?
Feel free to contact us should you have questions regarding your application.

Question 1: How do I check my application status online?
You can check your application status by visiting the .

Question 2: What if I want to change information on my application after I have completed it?
You may not change answers or documents submitted with your application, but you may upload additional, supplemental materials. To do so, visit the and use the 鈥淯pload Materials鈥� section of the page to submit your supplemental materials.

Question 3: What if I want to apply to more than one program? Do I need to create a new account?
You can apply to multiple programs using a single account. Visit our , log in, and click 鈥淪tart New Application鈥� at the bottom of the page.

Question 4: What address should I use if I need to mail any additional application materials?
For official transcripts please mail to:
Western University of Health Sciences
Attn: Admissions Operations/program you are applying for (MSMS, MSNE, MSBPS, etc.)
309 E Second Street
Pomona, CA 91766

For unofficial documents, please upload to the online application as indicated in the application instructions.

Question 5: How do I pay my application fee?
All application fees require payments made by credit card. Only cards with Visa and Master Card logos will be accepted. No checks, money orders, or cash will be accepted for payment of application fees.

Question 6: What if I do not have a Visa or Master Card?
Payment may be made with a Visa or Master Card prepaid gift card which can be purchased at many major chain stores or online. Please be aware that the gift card must contain a balance sufficient to cover the application fee in one full payment.

Question 7: Are fee waivers accepted?
Payment is required at time of application, if a fee waiver is approved a reimbursement will be issued.

Question 8: How do I withdraw my application?
You may withdraw your application by visiting the . Scroll to the bottom of your application and select withdraw my application.

Question 9: How do I delete an application I accidentally started?
Applicants cannot delete their own application once started. Please submit a request to Admissions at Admissions@westernu.edu to have it deleted.

Question 10: I have applied to more than one program. How do I check my application status for multiple applications?
You can check your application status by visiting the . Select the application you wish to view from the drop down menu located on the right hand side.

Question 1: Is there an opportunity to do research while attending SWAG视频?
Yes, students may participate in research with faculty in both the basic and clinical sciences and it is likely that you will be able to find a faculty member who is working on a research project that is of interest to you. We also have state-of-the-art wet labs available for bench research. However, research is usually limited to summer breaks and vacations because of the intensity of the curriculum. Faculty from all programs, are regularly published in prominent journals; students who work with them are also often recognized for their contributions to the research. Visit the research website for more information.

Question 2: Can I visit campus?
While we would love to have you on campus, we are not currently offering in person tours. If you are interested, please take a virtual tour of our campus.

Question 3: How can I learn more about the financial aid available to me?
For more information regarding tuition, scholarships, and loans please visit the MSBPS Budget page.