Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Albany, NY | acphs.edu/
Founded in 1881, Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS) is a private, independent institution with a long tradition of academic and research excellence. Our mission is to educate the next generation of leaders to improve the health of our society. Our campus community centers on health science, which is why our students are so successful in their future careers including pharmacy, medicine, and public health. From undergraduate research opportunities to working in student-operated pharmacies, students at ACPHS work together to improve the lives of others.
In addition to our 6-year PharmD program, ACPHS offers a variety of undergraduate degree programs related to clinical laboratory and patient facing pathways. Support for pre-professional tracks like Pre-Med and Pre-PA are available along with joint-degree programs for MD, DO, PA, Dentistry, and Law.
Representatives
Shannon Smith
she/her/hers
Regional Associate Director of Admissions
(518) 694-7197
shannon.smith@acphs.edu
Details
Institution Type
Private
Campus Setting
Urban
Closest Airport (Distance)
ALB (12 mi)
Enrollment (Undergrad / Total)
547 / 875
Average Class Size
20
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
10:1
Student Population
(Out of State / Diverse / Intl)
23% / 43% / 4%
Athletics Division
NA
Athletics League
USCAA- Yankee Small College Conference
Mid-Range or Average ACT / SAT
NA / 1315
Mid-Range or Average GPA
3.5
GPA Consideration (W or UW)
Admission: Weighted
Scholarships: Weighted
Applications / Admits (Admit Rate)
2292 / 1354 (59%)
Deposits
134
Applications Accepted
Common App
University-Specific App
Application Information
Test Optional? Sometimes
Demonstrated Interest? No
Rolling Admission? Yes
Admission Interview? Sometimes
Need-blind Admission? Yes
WUE Tuition Exchange? No
CA Specific Scholarships? No
Freshman App Deadlines
Early Decision: November 1
Early Action: November 15
Regular Decision: February 1
Transfer App Deadline
Fall: August 1, 2025
Spring: January 1, 2025
Merit-Based Scholarship Consideration is Evaluated From
The Admission Application
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Freshmen
Decided and released with acceptance
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Transfers
Decided and released with acceptance
Link to Scholarship Info
acphs.edu/admissions/financial-aid
Points of Pride
100% of accepted students receive merit-based scholarships.
97% placement rate in Residency, Graduate Studies, or Employment.
ACPHS students are actively involved in conducting research as early as their first-year.