Month: January 2025
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Finding Quality in a Sea of Pharmacy Schools
The U.S. has gained more than sixty new pharmacy schools since 2000.1 Since then, NAPLEX pass rates have slumped and attrition rates have risen.2,3,4 However, not all schools have dismal outcomes. The statistics show that certain schools are dragging down national NAPLEX pass rates.5 Prospective students need unbiased information about programs before applying. There is…
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Higher Matching Rates May Spell Trouble for Pharmacy Residency Programs
Pharmacy residency programs have experienced a growth spurt. Non-specialized PGY-1 programs increased by 7.6% from 2020 to 2023.1 During the same period, the number of U.S. PharmD graduates decreased by 13.3%.2,3 The decline in pharmacy school enrollment is well known.4 Its long-term effects on residency programs are unknown. Less students may lead to higher residency…
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