Doctor of Pharmacy, PharmD
Your PharmD, Your Way
Two flexible pathways. One exceptional degree. Choose the Doctor of Pharmacy route that fits your life and career goals. At Roosevelt University, your education adapts to you. Choose our Accelerated 3-Year PharmD Pathway to fast-track your future and start your pharmacy career sooner. Or opt for our NEW Extended 5-Year PharmD Pathway, designed for students balancing work, family and personal commitments.
Both options deliver the same rigorous curriculum, hands-on learning and nationally recognized faculty at Illinois' most affordable PharmD Program, with no hidden fees. With clinical rotations at top institutions like Advocate Health Care, Rush University Medical Center and University of Chicago Medicine, you’ll be full prepared to enter the field upon graduation.
Pharmacy Admission
Pharmacy Classroom Immersives
08:30 - 12:00pm
Pharmacy Class Visit
02:00 - 04:50pm
Pharmacy Classroom Immersive
11:00 - 11:50am
Why Roosevelt for your PharmD degree
Illinois' Most Affordable PharmD
Roosevelt's transparent pricing provides peace of mind with predictable tuition, no hidden fees and no increases for three years. No matter which pathway you choose, you have the potential to save over $100,000 versus other local pharmacy schools. It's a smart investment in a pharmacy career.
100% Research Guarantee
At Roosevelt, we believe research isn't reserved for the few—it's a right for every student who wants it. Whether your interests are in lab science, clinical studies, public health or literature-based inquiry, you'll work directly with faculty to shape a research experience that fits your goals.
Our students present, publish, and pave the way toward competitive residencies and pharmaceutical industry fellowships. Learn more about our groundbreaking research opportunities.
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 Master of Business Administration in as little as 6 months after completing your PharmD, preparing for leadership roles in healthcare and industry.
- PharmD/MSPS - Earn a Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Science in as little as 1 year after completing your PharmD, ideal for careers in research, drug development and regulatory affairs.
Personalized Doctoral Experience with Expert Faculty
Roosevelt PharmD candidates learn alongside nationally recognized faculty in cutting-edge facilities, gaining hands-on clinical experience that prepares you for a meaningful career in pharmacy. We create 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.
Meet Dr. Nicole Alvey, Associate Professor and Solid Organ Transplant Pharmacist at Rush, who exemplifies the passion and expertise our faculty bring.
Accelerated Doctor of Pharmacy
One PharmD, Multiple Career Paths
What can you do with a PharmD degree?
A PharmD prepares you for careers in community and hospital pharmacy, clinical pharmacy practice, pharmaceutical industry roles, managed care, research, and specialized fields like oncology, geriatrics, or infectious disease.
How much do Doctors of Pharmacy make?
According to PayScale, the average annual salary for a Pharmacist in Chicago is about $130,000. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a nationwide median annual salary of $137,480.
Do you need a doctorate to be a pharmacist?
Yes, in the United States you must earn a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree to become a licensed pharmacist.
