Partner Institutions

"Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much."— Helen Keller

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“ACP’s well-rounded curriculum, that emphasized community engagement and dedication to patient care, prepared me for my career as a community pharmacist.” -Dr. Jenna Pruitt, Class of 2014

Partner Institutions

3+3 Bachelors + Doctor of Pharmacy Partners

This opportunity allows highly motivated students to earn both a Bachelor’s degree and a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree in just six years instead of the traditional eight. Students will complete their first 3 years of undergraduate coursework at a partner institution, then transition to ACP for the remaining 3 years of the PharmD program.

Bluefield University

Emory & Henry University

King University

Liberty University

Lincoln Memorial University

Union Commonwealth University

University of Virginia’s College at Wise

2+3 Associates + Doctor of Pharmacy

This opportunity allows highly motivated students to earn both an Associate’s degree and a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree in just five years instead of the traditional six. Students will complete their first 2 years of community college coursework at a partner institution, then transition to ACP for the remaining 3 years of the PharmD program.

Mountain Empire Community College

Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College

Southwest Virginia Community College

Virginia Highlands Community College

Wytheville Community College

Doctor of Pharmacy + Master of Business Administration Partners

This opportunity allows highly motivated students to earn both a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in just three years instead of the traditional five. Students will complete their Doctor of Pharmacy and Master of Business Administration degrees concurrently. Additional pathway options are also available.

Radford University

University of Pikeville

Doctor of Pharmacy + Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Partner

This opportunity allows highly motivated PharmD graduates interested in continuing their healthcare pathway to pursue a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree. Our partnership with Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine provides Appalachian College of Pharmacy graduates with a guaranteed interview.

Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine

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