Interested in a career in pharmacy? Take your next step and learn more about the profession at upcoming events hosted by East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy. 

Upcoming admissions events 

Several admissions events are coming up in fall 2026, with more planned for spring 2027: 

- Pharmacy Admissions Workshop and Tour (1 hour) — Oct. 24 

These shorter events take place during ETSU’s Open House from 2-3 p.m. and are meant to be quick introductions to the profession of pharmacy and the pathways available at ETSU. 

- Pharmacy Career Showcase (4.5 hours) — Nov. 7 

These longer, more in-depth admissions events are designed to help students get the full scope of careers in pharmacy and learn what Gatton is like. The event offers hands-on learning experiences, opportunities to talk with student pharmacists and faculty, personalized admissions pathway information, and campus tours. A complimentary lunch will be provided, sponsored by CVS Health. Space is limited and fills quickly. 

Tuition and scholarships 

To help students achieve their pharmacy career goals, Gatton is committed to making its Pharm.D. program as affordable as possible. In fact, due to investments by the state, Gatton’s in-state Pharm.D. tuition decreased by 35.9% to $24,785, saving students approximately $55,556 over the four-year program. Out-of-state tuition decreased by 21.5% to $30,329, saving students approximately $33,380 over four years. Our main scholarships include: 

- Dean's Scholarship — A $2,500 one-time scholarship upon commitment. Apply by Jan. 1, 2027. 

- Academic Merit Scholarship — $2,500 per year for a total of $10,000, stackable with the Dean's Scholarship. Students must have a pre-pharmacy cumulative GPA 3.85 or higher and maintain a minimum of 3.5 GPA cumulative average at the end of each academic year at Gatton to keep their scholarship in subsequent years. 

- Early Admission Pathway (EAP) Scholarship — $2,500 scholarship. EAP students who matriculate to Gatton automatically receive this award (in place of the Dean's Scholarship) during their P1 year. 

Flexible admissions pathways  

Gatton offers many flexible admission pathways to help students find the best path to earn a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) at ETSU. Here’s a complete breakdown: 

- Early Admission Pathway — For high school seniors choosing to attend ETSU or first-year ETSU students. Earn a Bachelor of Science and Pharm.D. in six years. 

- Community College Pathway — Earn an Associate of Science, Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy Studies, and Pharm.D. at ETSU in six years. 

- 3+1 Pathway — Earn a Bachelor of Science (BS) in a science discipline and a Pharm.D. at ETSU in seven years. 

- Traditional Pathway — Earn a bachelor's degree in any major and a Pharm.D. in eight years. 

- Second Career Pathway — Pursue your dream to become a pharmacist as a second career. 

- Transfer Pathway — Apply to transfer from another Pharm.D. program.  

More information and videos on the individual pathways are available at etsu.edu/pharmacy/admissions/flexible_admissions_pathways. 

ETSU Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy is one of the university's five health sciences colleges that comprise Tennessee's largest public Academic Health Sciences Center. ETSU prepares future health professionals through an interprofessional model that brings together students and faculty from multiple disciplines to learn with, from and about one another. 

Learn more at etsu.edu/pharmacy.