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is pharmacy right for me? PharmD Program

Through the PharmD program, we combine innovative teaching and hands-on learning in a world premier setting to prepare students to meet the complex challenges of an ever-evolving health care landscape.

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Is Research Right for Me? PhD Program

Through our PhD program you'll train alongside some of the most talented pharmaceutical scientists in the nation to address health problems affecting patient outcomes.

#1 Largest Pharmacy Education & Research Building in the World

280,000 sq ft

#6 Ranked Pharmacy School in The Nation, U.S. News & World Report, 2024

#1 in Kentucky

#11 Pharmacy School in Funding Per PI

AACP 2022

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Fully accredited through 2032. Learn about our outcomes and graduate employment rates.

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Meet the Researcher

Jill Turner, PhD, is conducting research on the pharmacogenomics of addiction, applying precision medicine based on the genetic profile of an individual.

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UKCOP in the News

Frank Romanelli receives national 2025 Rho Chi Lecture Award

Oct 18, 2024
Professional News

LEXINGTON, Ky. (October 18, 2024) — The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) proudly announces that Frank Romanelli, Pharm.D., Parker Endowed Professor and chief academic officer, has been awarded the 2025 Rho Chi Lecture Award.
UKCOP takes top honors at the 2024 ACCP Clinical Pharmacy Challenge

Oct 16, 2024
Professional News, Student & Academic Life

LEXINGTON, Ky. (October 16, 2024) —The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) has emerged victorious in the 2024 American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP) Clinical Pharmacy Challenge, marking its second national championship win since 2017.
Trailblazing alumna Latrice Strings receives Lyman T. Johnson Torch of Excellence Award

Oct 10, 2024
Alumni, Community, Healthcare, Professional News

Each year, the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) recognizes one distinguished alumnus with the Lyman T. Johnson Torch of Excellence award, highlighting their exceptional achievements and contributions to society. This year, the honor goes to Latrice Strings, PharmD, a proud alumna from the class of 1999, in recognition of her outstanding work in healthcare and her commitment to community service.