Are you ready to become a compassionate, expert pharmacy leader? Do you aspire to improve the lives of your community members? The University of New Mexico (UNM) College of Pharmacy is here to help you build a career as a pharmacist. Whether you imagine yourself as a community pharmacist managing medication therapy for patients in a traditional pharmacy, a pharmacist clinician with a health care team in a hospital or clinic improving patient health outcomes, or a nuclear pharmacist preparing radioactive substances for life-saving patient diagnostics and treatments, your journey begins in our Doctor of Pharmacy program.
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We are excited to announce that the The University of New Mexico College of Pharmacy was rated as one of the top 100 “Best Grad Schools” for Pharmacy according to US News & World Report in 2026!
Your path through pharmacy school will include:
Students enjoy personal support that helps them to reach their educational and career goals in pharmacy. With our low 7-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio, students and faculty build a sense of community on the campus.
Join one of the country’s most ethnically diverse PharmD program at UNM College of Pharmacy — where no ethnicity makes up more than half the student body. Learn alongside Hispanic, American Indian, African American, Caucasian and Asian students. Among colleges of pharmacy, we have one of the highest enrollment of Hispanic students and Native American students in the nation.
Students receive preparation to achieve licensure as a Pharmacist Clinician (PhC). PharmD students have the opportunity to expand their scope of practice by acquiring skills in physical assessment, clinical decision-making, and collaborative drug therapy management. This training includes hands-on clinical experiences, interprofessional education, and mentorship from experienced pharmacist clinicians, equipping graduates to provide high-quality, patient-centered care across diverse healthcare settings, particularly in underserved communities.
The UNM COP offers specialized training for students interested in becoming Authorized Nuclear Pharmacists (ANPs) as part of their PharmD education. Through didactic coursework and hands-on experiential learning at UNM’s state-of-the-art Nuclear Education Online (NEO) program and affiliated practice sites, students gain the knowledge and skills required for the safe preparation, handling, and dispensing of radiopharmaceuticals. This unique opportunity allows PharmD candidates to complete the necessary training and eligibility requirements for ANP authorization, setting them apart in a highly specialized and in-demand area of pharmacy practice.
Extend your pharmacy education beyond the classroom. Student pharmacists spend more than a third of their time learning in clinical settings such as urban and rural clinics, hospitals and community pharmacies. In clinical rotations students work closely with a mentor for expert direction and support in caring for patients.
Students and faculty in the Doctor of Pharmacy program break ground with research in on-campus labs and clinical settings. Under the guidance of leading scientists, students lead projects and work toward new findings in the field of pharmacy.
Get a top-quality education for tuition that’s comparable to regional and national averages. Even students who are not New Mexico residents qualify for in-state tuition rates after their first year in the program.
Our flat tuition structure means tuition will remain the same despite enrolling in extra classes for a given semester. This provides an opportunity for our students to earn a second degree with their PharmD, such as our combined PharmD/BS program or PharmD/MS program. Additional course fees will only be applied when additional classes are added to the semester.
The University of New Mexico College of Pharmacy takes excellence in Pharmacy to the next level. With tremendous clinical experience and growth opportunities being the emphasis of the program, I was not only ready to break into the world of pharmacy, I was ready to be a leader in it.
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Student pharmacists testing blood glucose levels at the Mexico Consulate in Albuquerque, NM.
A group of student pharmacists providing free services at Dreamstyle Arena in Albuquerque, NM.
Student pharmacists performing free health screenings at a Lobo Women's Basketball game.
Interior view of RIB (Research Incubator Building), where research is conducted.
UNM President Garnett Stokes receiving a free health screening from a student pharmacist.
Alumna Gretchen Ray, PhC consulting a patient.
By partnering with PioneerRx, our student pharmacists graduate well-versed in the leading software currently powering independent pharmacies. By employing an innovative, robust, and feature-rich pharmacy system, student pharmacists are able to focus on building their clinical and functional skills. Learn more about what pharmacy leaders are saying about PioneerRx at Pharmacy Software Reviews.