Loyola University Chicago and Chicago College of Pharmacy (CCP) of Midwestern University created this program that allows an accepted applicant of Loyola University Chicago to also apply for dual acceptance into the Chicago College of Pharmacy prior to graduation from high school but before the application deadline. An applicant, if accepted into both programs, will attend Loyola University Chicago for two years to complete the prerequisite coursework, and then matriculate to CCP to begin the four-year program to complete a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. This program will allow students to enter their undergraduate program with an assured place in a strong professional pharmacy program. They will also not be required to take the Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT), which is an entrance requirement for pharmacy schools.

This assured acceptance program will allow students to be directed in their career paths. Students will also be able to concentrate in their undergraduate coursework and activities, and not divide their time to include application and admission activities during the school year. Certain eligibility criteria must be met both before and after application and acceptance. Contact the Undergraduate Admission Office or Pre-Health Professions for more information about the Dual Acceptance Program in pharmacy.

Note: This program is only open to entering freshman, not transfer students.