Pharmacy

Pharmacists for healthier lives.

From consulting patients to assisting with pharmaceutical research and clinical trials, pharmacists work to ensure health and wellness in their communities.

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Your Future in Pharmacy Starts Here.

With a rich history of excellence, Butler’s Pharmacy program has consistently delivered outstanding results. Our graduates boast a 92% first-time pass rate on the NAPLEX exam—significantly higher than both the Indiana state average of 85 percent and the national average of 79 percent. Through a combination of rigorous academics and hands-on experiences in top medical settings, Butler students are equipped with the skills and knowledge to thrive in today’s fast-paced healthcare environment.

Our pharmacy education goes beyond the classroom. You’ll work with cutting-edge technologies like data analytics and artificial intelligence, gaining hands-on experience through internships at some of Indiana’s best medical centers and organizations. With internships, clinical rotations, and a collaborative learning environment, Butler’s prime location in Indianapolis opens doors to unparalleled opportunities—ensuring you’re ready for the demands of a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.

Pre-Pharmacy

At Butler, Pharmacy students spend the first two years in a Pre-Pharmacy program. At the end of the two year, pre-professional stage, students will have a direct pathway into Butler’s prestigious Doctor of Pharmacy program, contingent on satisfactory academic progress and admission process completion.

As a Pre-Pharmacy student, you’ll be fully immersed in pharmacy education, taking classes from—and being advised by—pharmacy faculty.

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Doctor of Pharmacy

Butler’s four-year Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program prepares you to become a licensed pharmacy practitioner. You’ll apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings, with two Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences during summers after your first and second years. In your final year, you’ll complete ten one-month rotations in community pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, and nontraditional settings, including research labs.

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Pharmacists. Scientists. Clinicians. Patient Advocates.

Pharmacists. Scientists. Clinicians. Patient Advocates.

Pharmacists. Scientists. Clinicians. Patient Advocates.

Pharmacists. Scientists. Clinicians. Patient Advocates.

Pharmacists. Scientists. Clinicians. Patient Advocates.

Pharmacists. Scientists. Clinicians. Patient Advocates.

Pharmacists. Scientists. Clinicians. Patient Advocates.

Pharmacists. Scientists. Clinicians. Patient Advocates.

Pharmacists. Scientists. Clinicians. Patient Advocates.

Pharmacists. Scientists. Clinicians. Patient Advocates.

92%
Butler’s First Time Aggregate NAPLEX Pass Rate (2021-2023)
85%
All Indiana First Time Aggregate NAPLEX Pass Rate (2021-2023)
79%
National First Time Aggregate NAPLEX Pass Rate (2021-2023)

Learn from Experienced Professors

Many pharmacy  faculty continue to practice and conduct research in their fields, guaranteeing that their teaching—and your learning—always reflects the most up-to-date industry practices and technology.

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Butler offers a variety of post-graduate residency and fellowship programs for those seeking advanced training and education.

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