Lifespan of an Application

Timeframe for application review and acceptance

* Dates used are for example only for applications submitted for admission for Fall 2009.

This document is designed to help applicants understand timelines involved when applying to the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy. This timeframe is approximate and can vary depending on the time of year and number of applicants in the rolling admissions process. This timeline may vary depending on when an applicant takes the PCAT and how long it takes PharmCAS to verify an application. It is important to have letters of recommendation, transcripts and PCAT scores submitted early to minimize how long applicants must wait for a potential interview from the College of Pharmacy. Only complete applications will be reviewed.  We recommend using the application checklist, which is available through the college and on the college website at www.pharmacy.umn.edu/pharmd/admissions.     

Questions should be directed to the Office of Student Services (612.624.9490 Twin Cities or  218.726.6000 Duluth).   

Action	Approximate timeframe
Applicant takes PCAT. Scores are sent to PharmCAS.  Please note that the PharmCAS application may be completed BEFORE the PCAT is taken.	5 weeks
Application is verified by PharmCAS and sent to U of MN College of Pharmacy . Applicant e-submits PharmCAS application, all transcripts arrive at PharmCAS.  Upon receipt of PharmCAS application, U of MN will notify applicant that the supplemental application is available.	4-5 weeks (depending on time of year).
First review of application by Admissions Committee and invitation to interview.  Application is complete and applicant is notified of committee decision regarding interview.	2 weeks
Applicant interviews.	4 weeks after initial committee review
Final committee review.	3 weeks after interview
Applicant is notified of committee decision.	1 week