Tara Lee
Administrative Specialist – Admissions
College of Pharmacy
220 Ferris Drive
Big Rapids, MI
49307
Phone: 231–591–3780

Email: leet@ferris.edu
Website: www.ferris.edu/colleges/pharmacy

Application and Transcript Deadline: December 1, 2010

• ACPE accreditation status: Full Accreditation Status
• Public or Private Institution: Public
• Part of an academic health center? No
• Special Programs Offered: Pharm.D./MBA
• Open House Dates: Applicants are encouraged to contact us for individual tours. Information nights available on our website during fall and spring semesters.
• Early Decision Program (EDP)? No

• Estimated number interviewed for fall 2010 Entering Class: 200

• Estimated number accepted: 150

• Estimated fall 2010 entering class size including early assurance & transfer seats: 150

• Estimated number of early assurance students advancing to the professional program: 0

• Estimated number of transfer applicants accepted: 60

• Estimated number of out-of-state applicants accepted: 10

• Estimated percent of males in 2010 Entering Class: 52

• Estimated percent of females in 2010 Entering Class: 48

• Estimated average GPA of accepted students: 3.63

• Number of IN-STATE seats available for fall 2011 Entering Class: 150

• Number of OUT-OF-STATE seats available for fall 2011 Entering Class: no limit

• Number of TRANSFER seats available for fall 2011 Entering Class: no limit

• Minimum overall GPA considered (if applicable): 2.5

• Minimum prerequisite GPA considered (if applicable): 2.5

• Minimum composite PCAT score considered (enter N/A if not required): 50th Percentile

Number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 61–66

Number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: N/A

Applicants must successfully complete ALL course prerequisites by the end of: Spring 2011 term

Course Title	Semester Hours	Quarter Hours
General Chemistry with lab	8–10
Organic Chemistry with lab	8–10
General Biology with lab	8
Anatomy and Physiology with lab	7
Microbiology*	3
Calculus for the Life Sciences or Calculus	3 to 4
English Composition	6
Interpersonal Communication or Principles of Public Speaking	3
Introduction to Psychology or Introductory Sociology	3
Principles of Economics (Macroeconomics)	3
Cultural Enrichment (e.g. Humanities) - One course must be at the 200+ level	9
Total

Other clarifying information: Advanced Placement (AP)/CLEP credits in science and math courses will not be applied toward the requirements for admission to the College of Pharmacy. Science and math courses over five years old are generally not considered, unless there are extenuating circumstances. Potential applicants who have pre-pharmacy coursework beyond the age limit should contact our office to discuss alternatives. Complete admission information, including update criteria for admission can be found at: www.ferris.edu/colleges/pharmacy. Click on “Pharmacy Admissions” at the top of the webpage.

Grades below a C (2.0) are not acceptable in any pre-pharmacy course.

* Microbiology equivalent to 200 level FSU Microbiology course

Supplemental Application
• Supplemental Application? No
• Supplemental Deadline: N/A
• Postmarked or Received by deadline: N/A
• Supplemental Application fee: N/A
• Details to obtain Supplemental Application: N/A

Tests
• Require the PCAT? Yes; PCAT is Required
• Other test details: The October 2010 PCAT is the last exam that will be considered for the class that enters Fall, 2011. The January, 2011 PCAT will not be used in determining admission for the class that enters Fall. 2011. For multiple PCAT's best score is used.
• The Oldest PCAT considered: 10/2007
• Is the TOEFL / TSE required? No
• If TOEFL / TSE is required, please state circumstances for which the test is required. N/A
• Does you institution require other tests or credentials? If so, please list them. The October 2010 PCAT is the last exam that will be considered for the class that enters Fall, 2011. The January, 2011 PCAT will not be used in determining admission for the class that enters Fall. 2011. For multiple PCAT's best score is used.
• Is pharmacy-related experience required? Not required

Residency
• Is proof of State Residency required? No
• Other information required for proof of state residency N/A
• Is preference given to state residents? No
• Is preference given to residents of other states? If yes, please list them. No
• If preference is given to residents of other states, please list the state abbreviations in the space provided. N/A
• Does your institution require proof of U.S. residency? Yes
• Does your institution consider foreign citizens? Yes
• Does your institution consider U.S. permanent residents? Yes
• Does your institution consider Canadian citizens? Yes

Foreign Coursework
• Select one of three options for international coursework. This does not apply to Study Abroad programs. Original Canadian Transcript sent directly to institution
• The deadline date for receiving foreign transcripts, if applicable: MM/DD/YYYY January 1, 2011
• Are foreign transcripts to be received by, or postmarked by, the deadline date? Postmarked by the Deadline
• Other clarifying information: Canadian coursework will be considered

Letters of Reference
• How many letters of reference will your school require? None
• Do you prefer to have applicants send references to PharmCAS or directly to your school? N/A
Evaluator Type Teaching Assistant:   Supervisor:   Professor:   Professor (2nd Sci):   Professor (Math):   Professor (Liberal Arts):   Pre-Health Advisor:   Faculty Advisor:   Politician:   Pharmacist:   Health Care Professional:   Friend:   Family Member:   Employer:   Co-Worker:   Clergy:   Committee Letter:   Notes: Composite Letter:   Notes:
R: Required CR: Conditionally Required Rec: Recommended but Not Required N: Not Accepted N/CR: Not Accepted, unless applicant also sends required letter from professor or advisor; or unless they served as a supervisor or in a professorial role.

Accepted Candidates
• Dates during which interviews are generally held: December–February
• Describe your institution's interview process. Limit 100 words. Please add a link for more detailed descriptions: Interviews may be scheduled in the Big Rapids, Grand Rapids or Kalamazoo, Michigan areas. The interview includes a face-to-face interview of 30–60 minutes; an extemporaneous written essay (question provided on-site); overview presentation of the curriculum; tour of the College of Pharmacy; and question and answer period.
• Acceptance Letter mailed to regular applicants: Date MM/DD/YYYY N/A
• Acceptance Letter mailed to regular applicants: Other Information Acceptance letters mailed in late February.
• Acceptee's response to acceptance offer: Date MM/DD/YYYY N/A
• Acceptee's response to acceptance offer: Other Information Two weeks after letter has been mailed.
• Deposit to hold place in class: Due Date MM/DD/YYYY N/A
• Deposit to hold place in class: Other Information A non-refundable deposit is required with acceptance and is applied to tuition.
• Date of new student orientation: Date(s) MM/DD-DD/YYYY N/A
• Date of new student orientation: Other Information Two to three day orientation is required in late August just before classes begin. CPR certification is required as part of the orientation.
• Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation: Date MM/DD/YYYY N/A
• Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation: Other Information 08/29/2011
• Requests for deferred entrance considered: List details No