Accelerated Doctor of Pharmacy, PharmD

Illinois Most Affordable PharmD - With a Mission That Matters

Roosevelt University offers the most affordable PharmD program in Illinois--with no hidden fees and a fast-track three-year format that lets you graduate early and start earning sooner. Located in Schaumburg near Chicago's top healthcare hubs, you'll study close to leading hospitals, pharmacies, and pharmaceutical companies. More than a degree, Roosevelt prepares you to lead with compassion and serve your community as a pharmacist and advocate.

Interested in learning more? Join us at a pharmacy event to learn about our program and admission process. Contact our Office of Enrollment today so that we can review your transcripts and take you on a campus tour. The priority application deadline is March 1!

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Why Roosevelt for your PharmD degree

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Guaranteed Tuition. 
No Surprises.

Your future is priceless—your tuition shouldn’t be. At Roosevelt University, our 3-year PharmD program features a flat-rate tuition that gives you total peace of mind. No annual increases. No hidden fees. Just one clear cost from start to finish.

Thanks to our accelerated timeline and transparent pricing, students can save over $100,000 compared to other local pharmacy programs. It’s one of the smartest financial decisions you can make on your path to becoming a pharmacist.

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100% Research Guarantee

Research Isn't a Perk-It's a Promise. At Roosevelt University's Doctor of Pharmacy program, we believe research isn't reserved for the few-it's a right for every student who wants it. Unlike other programs, we guarantee that every PharmD student interested in research will have the opportunity to work directly with our faculty before graduation. Whether you're drawn to benchtop science, clinical studies, literature-based inquiry, public health, or something entirely your own, we'll help you customize your research experience to match your goals. 

Our students don't just participate-they present, publish, and pave the way toward competitive residencies and pharmaceutical industry fellowships. Learn more about our groundbreaking research opportunities.

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Accelerated Excellence

Graduate in 3 years. Lead for a lifetime. Roosevelt University's 3-year Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program is designed to launch your career faster-without sacrificing academic rigor or clinical preparedness. Our accelerated pathway equips students with the same depth of knowledge and hands-on experience as traditional programs, while streamlining the timeline to practice.

Within one year of graduation, 95% of our alumni are actively working in the pharmacy field-whether in residencies, fellowships, hospital settings, or community pharmacies.

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Dual Degrees. Singular Advantage.

Roosevelt University's Pharmacy program offers accelerated dual degree options that expand your impact and elevate your career. 

  • BS Biology/PharmD - Earn both degrees in just 6 years, combining a strong scientific foundation with advanced pharmacy training.
  • PharmD/MBA - Complete your Doctor of Pharmacy and Master of Business Administration in as little as 3.5 years, preparing for leadership roles in healthcare and industry.
  • PharmD/MSPS - Earn a PharmD and Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Science in 4 years, ideal for careers in research, drug development, and regulatory affairs.
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Transformative Pharmacy Training

Train alongside nationally recognized faculty in cutting-edge facilities, gaining hands-on clinical experience that prepares you for a meaningful career in pharmacy. Clinical rotations take place at top institutions including:

  • Advocate Health Care
  • Cleveland Clinic
  • Rush University Medical Center
  • University of Chicago Medicine

Meet Dr. Nicole Alvey, Associate Professor and Solid Organ Transplant Pharmacist at Rush, exemplifies the passion and expertise our faculty bring.

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Personalized Learning Experience

Roosevelt University's PharmD program creates a family-like environment through small class sizes and strong faculty-student connections, ensuring personalized support and mentorship. Students move through the program in tight-knit cohorts, fostering collaboration and peer connection.

The program is rooted in a shared mission of social justice and compassionate care, building a strong sense of community and purpose among students and faculty. Explore the PharmD curriculum.

Accelerated Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

One PharmD, Multiple Career Paths