PharmD Selection Criteria and Statistics

Our Admissions Committee follows a holistic approach to admissions, using criteria beyond GPA to make admission decisions. Our admission process has a goal to identify committed learners who will become productive contributors to the pharmacy profession. Below you will find the criteria we use to holistically evaluate our applicants.

  • Academic Achievement
  • Communication Skills
  • Commitment to Serving all Patient Populations
  • Experiences
  • Interest and Understanding of the Pharmacy Profession

2025 Admission Statistics. 391 total applications; 293 interview invitations; 130-140 expected class size; GPA range: 2.9 - 4.0; Average Science GPA: 3.63. 2024 Graduation Statistics: 93% graduation rate; 97% NAPLEX exam pass rate; 100% residency match.

Pie charts showing data for Accepted PharmD Applicants (2026). Enrolled with Degrees: 43% enrolled with no degree; 57% enrolled with a completed degree. In-state vs. Out-of-State: 33% from out-of-state; 67% from Wisconsin. Coursework Completion: 22% from UW-System; 25% from other colleges/universities; 53% from UW-Madison