University of Maryland School of Pharmacy 2022-2024 Academic Catalog

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Our Mission

The University of Maryland School of Pharmacy globally engages and leads education, pharmacy practice, scientific research, and pharmapreneurial initiatives to collaboratively and equitably improve the health of society.

Our Vision

The University of Maryland School of Pharmacy is internationally recognized for:

  • Empowering learners and graduating visionary leaders
  • Pioneering social impact and business innovation through pharmapreneurship
  • Listening to all voices to equitably enrich the lives of our internal and external communities
  • Positively influencing the delivery of convenient and affordable health care
  • Leveraging pharmaceutical expertise and relentlessly collaborating to solve scientific, clinical and social problems that matter to all citizens of the world

Quick Facts

  • 1,000 PharmD, PhD, and MS students
  • 7,000 alumni living and working throughout the world
  • 3rd oldest school of pharmacy still in operation in the US, founded in 1841
  • 17 centers and programs provide public education, conduct research, and link clinical and academic activities
  • $38.5M of total grants and contracts from government, industry, private, and foundation sources during the 2022 fiscal year

Departments Centers and Programs

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Faculty and Administration

Faculty and staff at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy are committed to inspiring excellence in our students, advancing scientific knowledge, and expanding the impact of the pharmacist's role in patient care.

These individuals help create the future of pharmacy, dedicating their time to educate and support the next generation of pharmacists and pharmaceutical researchers who will carry the values instilled in them during their time at the School and contribute to the health and well-being of society.

School Leadership

University and System Leadership

Pharmacy Hall

Administrative Offices

  • Academic Affairs manages the School's Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program and policies, academic scheduling, instructional technology, and institutional assessment.
  • Administration and Finance oversees critical support services, including audio/visual services, budget and institutional reporting, computer and network services, facilities and laboratory services, and human resources/payroll.
  • The Office of Graduate Programs supports graduate students in the PhD, MS, and certificate programs during admissions, new student orientation, registration, career services, and graduation.
  • Communications and Marketing builds recognition of the School's innovative education, research, practice, and public service through an integrated communications and marketing plan.
  • Development and Alumni Affairs represents the School's link with its alumni, friends, and constituencies, and is responsible for fundraising from external sources and building philanthropic support for the School.
  • The School of Pharmacy Finance Office oversees School budget/financial management (including the All Funds budget), institutional reporting, and Foundation accounting. It also provides Dean's Office business management.
  • Experiential Learning Program staff oversee preceptors as well as students introductory and advanced pharmacy practice experiences, helping them gain the skills needed to become practicing pharmacists.
  • Student Affairs initiates, provides, and supports quality and professional services for students, faculty, staff, and the community to help the School recruit, retain, and graduate students in its PharmD program.