Step Four: Interview
Interview Invitation
Selected applicants will be invited to a required formal interview at the UMKC School of Pharmacy.
Fall and spring interviews are scheduled to be held in person. More information regarding dates and times will be provided to applicants in their emailed interview invitation. A virtual interview can be requested based on extreme travel distance or hazardous weather conditions.
View the Admissions Timeline Calendar (PDF) for interview dates.
Selection process
The selection process for the interview is based on a multifaceted review process and the qualifications of the applicant pool. Applicants should be aware that admission is competitive and meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee an interview.
Interview selection considerations
- Application materials
- Collegiate scholastic achievement
- Collegiate science and math achievement
- Complexity of previous college work completed
- Ability to maintain enrollment
- Academic progression trends
- Reference evaluation form
- Recent leadership experience such as campus and community involvement, health care and supervisory experience, and honors and awards
Applicants will be notified regarding admission decisions the following business day after the formal interview.
Prepare for the Interview
Plan to wear business professional attire. Dress as if you are attending for a formal job interview. Applicants should plan on being at the School of Pharmacy for around four hours. Students will participate in a number of activities and meet with current pharmacy students, faculty, staff and alumni. Please use these resources to help you prepare for your interview.
- Photo Submission Process (PDF)
- Five Tips for UMKC’s Pharm.D. Program Interview
- Interview With a Pharmacy Admissions Coordinator
- Visit one, two or all three of our campus sites
Additional resources
Application Location Information
Kansas City interviews will take place in the Health Sciences Building located in the downtown KC Health Sciences District. Columbia interviews will take place in Lewis Hall on the Mizzou campus. Springfield interviews will take place in Brick City Building 1 on the fourth floor. Parking information will be sent before the interview.