Application Information

Application deadline is January 8, 2010. All materials must be received by that date to ensure that your application is considered. Application materials include:

  • Online application completed at http://depts.washington.edu/uwrxres Instructions can be found on that site.
  • Letter of intent stating your career goals, interests and the reason you are considering this program. (uploaded with online application)
  • Curiculum Vitae (uploaded with online application)
  • Official transcripts of all professional pharmacy education (mailed separately)
  • Three letters of reference from healthcare professionals who can attest to your practice abilities and aptitudes. These recommendations can be completed by your reference online at http://depts.washington.edu/uwrxres Instructions can be found on that site. Although we prefer the online submission of letters of reference, a PDF form is available that can be filled out and mailed or faxed to us. CLICK HERE FOR THE FORM.
  • An on-site interview is required. Applicants selected for an interview will be notified via email by January 22, 2010.

Applicants for the Residency in Health-System Pharmacy Administration/Master of Health Administration have these additional requirements (checklist available):

  • One additional letter of recommendation addressing your readiness for leadership from someone in a position of leadership
  • Applicant self-assessment form
  • GRE Scores (not required for applicants to this residency unless they have a GPA<3.0/4.0)
  • An example of a completed project (i.e. DUE, formal drug information write-up, presentation, etc.)

These items should be mailed to:

  • Janet Kelly, Pharm.D.
    Residency Program Director
    Department of Pharmacy Services
    University of Washington Medical Center
    1959 NE Pacific St. Box 356015
    Seattle, WA 98195-6015

Applicants for PGY2 programs that are selected for an interview will be expected to give a presentation on a topic of their choice. Please contact the specific program director for more information.