Graduating Student Profile
The College’s Doctor of Pharmacy Program was granted continued accreditation by the Accreditation Council on Pharmacy Education through June, 2029.
As a prospective student considers applying to our Doctor of Pharmacy program, we understand the expectation to be informed about the time commitment needed to complete the course of study, as well as the likelihood of licensure after completion. The following information illuminates the achievements of the most recent Doctor of Pharmacy graduates.
On-Time Graduation
The expected time to complete the Doctor of Pharmacy program is four years of full-time study. Students may experience a delay in graduation for academic or personal reasons.
| Graduating Class Year | Class Size | % In 4 Years | % In 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 57 | 94.74% | 100% |
| 2023 | 51 | 96.08% | 100% |
| 2022 | 68 | 82.35% | 94.11% |
| 2021 | 53 | 86.79% | 96.23% |
| 2020 | 56 | 94.64% | 100% |
Performance on Licensure Exams
To become a licensed pharmacist, graduates must pass two exams. The NAPLEX, North American Pharmacy Licensure Examination, and a state specific MPJE, Multi-State Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination. Intern hours required for licensure vary by state. Please consult with appropriate state regulations for guidance.
NAPLEX
First time passing rates.
| Class of | UNMC | National |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 98.2% | 77.5% |
| 2023 | 97.9% | 76.6% |
| 2022 | 92.3% | 77.4% |
| 2021 | 95.9% | 81.8% |
| 2020 | 100% | 86.4% |
MPJE
A student may sit for the MPJE in more than one state, which means these numbers may show more MPJE attempts than students in the graduating class. Data shown here is for all law exams taken by graduates within one calendar year of graduation.
| Class of | UNMC | National |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 89.8% | 78.4% |
| 2023 | 85.7% | 73.7% |
| 2022 | 87.3% | 75.6% |
| 2021 | 90.9% | 79.0% |
| 2020 | 98% | 83.1% |
Career Plans for Graduates
UNMC College of Pharmacy graduates seek employment in a variety of settings and locations. The information provided here shows the type of practice and practice location for the graduating class within 60 days of graduation.
| Class of | Community | Institutional | Residency/Fellowship | Other* | Seeking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18 | 15 | 23 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | 22 | 5 | 15 | 8 | 1 |
| 2022 | 23 | 14 | 22 | 6 | 3 |
| 2021 | 18 | 8 | 21 | 5 | 1 |
| 2020 | 20 | 3 | 21 | 3 | 9 |
| * other (Government/PhD/CSC) | |||||
Practice Locations for Graduates
| Class of | Rural Nebraska | Urban Nebraska | Out of State | Seeking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 17 | 24 | 16 | 0 |
| 2023 | 8 | 20 | 22 | 1 |
| 2022 | 12 | 32 | 21 | 3 |
| 2021 | 1 | 32 | 19 | 1 |
| 2020 | 10 | 19 | 18 | 9 |
Nebraska Medicine Pharmacy Residency
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