Why Choose Jefferson

Why become a Jefferson College of Pharmacy student? Three reasons:

1. Exemplary education – We have an exceptional graduation rate and licensure pass rate for first time test takers.
2. Exceptional practice environment – Jefferson Health provides students the opportunity to experience multiple practice types.
3. Mentorship – Our community cares about your well-being and your professional development.

Exemplary education – College faculty strive to develop and provide an excellent curriculum that will develop current students to be practice ready upon completion. Faculty continuously evaluate learning to seek ways to further optimize the experience. Learning will take place utilizing a variety of curricular designs from traditional lectures to actively engaging students. 

Exceptional practice environment: Jefferson Health – The college and Jefferson Health work together to create opportunities for experiential learning, provide internship positions and incorporate students in clinical projects that will impact practice decisions. The system offers exposure in a multitude of practices, such as operations, disease state specialties, home infusion, specialty pharmacy and community. 

Mentorship – Throughout Jefferson, you will find a community that wants to assist you in achieving your goals. Within the College of Pharmacy, there is one faculty advisor per student. Advisors help guide each student through professional development, to get the most out of the program and to prepare for their career path of choice. Through participation in student professional organizations, students will also have the opportunity to network with and learn from pharmacy professionals, including alumni. In addition, Jefferson Health pharmacy has multiple residents who are eager to share their insights on how to navigate options in school to prepare for life after graduation. 

We have built something innovative and exciting on top of the University’s 200-year legacy of collaborative teaching, research and service. We are uniquely positioned to transform the health and well-being of our community, our country and the world. If you desire a program with a wide range of options and a focus on preparing you for success, Jefferson is the place for you. 

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