39th Annual Research Showcase

Research Showcase celebrated the depth and breadth of research happening across the UF College of Pharmacy. A record 120 research posters and an expanded lineup of 15 oral presenters highlighted this year’s activities.

College Facts

#4 Ranked pharmacy college according to U.S. News & World Report

#3 nationally in research funding Faculty and researchers in the college secured $34.5 million in research funding in 2024.

15,800 living alumni Alumni in the college live in all 50 states and more than 45 countries around the world.

#1 residency ranking The UF College of Pharmacy has led the nation in students matching into competitive pharmacy residency programs eight of the last ten years.

Learn more… The University of Florida College of Pharmacy prides itself on a rich tradition of excellence in pharmacy education, research and service. These facts showcase why UF is regarded as one of the top pharmacy colleges in the nation.

Learn More About the College

Education Programs

Doctor of Pharmacy

Pharm.D. Program

An innovative Pharm.D. curriculum prepares pharmacy students to be health care leaders and empowers graduates to be lifelong learners.

A pharmacist reviews a pharmacy student conducting a blood pressure check.

Doctor of philosophy

On-Campus Ph.D. and M.S. Programs

Graduate students training in the Ph.D. and on-campus master’s program have the opportunity to work beside award-winning faculty and take a leading role in advancing research that spans the entire life cycle of a drug.

Dr. Hendrik Luesch

Master’s and Certificate options

Online Graduate Programs

The Office of Lifelong Learning offers flexible, online programs that help working professionals advance their career in six high-demand areas of specialization.

Happy adult learner completing an online graduate program

College News

Dr. Ranjala Ratnayake honored with Superior…

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Dr. Ratnayake was recognized for her leadership in the renovation of a new $10 million, 14,500-square-foot laboratory designed to advance UF’s…

Ranjala Ratnayake

Legislative Days gives pharmacy students insight…

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Nearly 60 University of Florida College of Pharmacy faculty and students attended Legislative Days on Jan. 27.

Legislative Days

238 pharmacy students don white coats during…

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The UF College of Pharmacy White Coat Ceremony was held Jan. 24 in Gainesville.

The 239 members of the UF College of Pharmacy class of 2029 stand in rows for a group photo.

Mission Statement

WHO WE ARE

Be the leader in pharmacy education, research and practice to optimize the health and wellness of individuals and communities.

We enhance the lives of others through our expertise and innovation in pharmacy education, research and practice, fostering discovery, supporting lifelong learning and developing future pharmacy leaders.

Dr. Eric Dietrich