Fast Track to a PharmD at Vanguard University School of Medicine

Accelerate Your Path to a Pharmacy Career

Dreaming of becoming a pharmacist? With our Fast Track to PharmD program, you can begin your Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) one year early while completing your Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences (BSPS) – helping you save time and money while gaining early exposure to real-world pharmacy practice.

Is the Fast Track Program Right for You?

We are here to guide you through the application process and help you take your first steps toward earning your Bachelor’s in Pharmaceutical Sciences at Vanguard University School of Medicine (VUSOM).

Save Time

• Traditional paths take eight years to complete both degrees.
• The Fast Track allows you to begin your PharmD a year early, enabling you to become a licensed pharmacist in just seven years!

Save Money

• Double-count up to 15 credits between your BSPS and PharmD, paying for them only once.

Explore Opportunities Early

• Start hands-on learning and experiential education a year ahead.
• Engage in real-world pharmacy experiences within the community and clinical settings.

Gain Mentorship Advantage

• Our Pharmacy Mentorship Program pairs you with faculty mentors and senior PharmD students to guide and support you from the very start of your journey.

Application Deadlines

Make sure to check the university’s official admissions page for the latest application deadlines.

How Does Fast Tracking Work?

To qualify, you must:

• Earn a minimum of 105 credits by the end of your junior year.
• Complete all PharmD prerequisites before your junior year ends.
• Apply and be admitted to the PharmD program a year early.
• Begin your PharmD during your senior year, with core BSPS courses waived.