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Information about critical dates and program delivery for the Summer 2021 term is now available.
Academic Pathways
How Do I Become a Pharmacist
Quick Facts
- There are only two institutions in Ontario that offer a Doctor of Pharmacy: the University of Waterloo and the University of Toronto.
- Admission to the Doctor of Pharmacy is based on more than just grades. Interviews, tests, and references may be required.
- To register with the Ontario College of Pharmacists, you must pass two examinations.
Do you have more questions about the educational steps required to be a pharmacist and how to get there?
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