Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences at University of Iowa
What traits are you looking for in a school for Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at University of Iowa. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Iowa is in Iowa City, IA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 124 pharmacy/pharmaceutical sciences degrees were awarded at University of Iowa.
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Online Class Availability at University of Iowa
Online coursework is an option at University of Iowa. Among 30,779 students, 3,028 (10%) studied exclusively online and 13,742 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences Rankings at University of Iowa
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Iowa’s Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Iowa | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #6 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #8 of 10 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #67 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #68 of 134 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Iowa | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #6 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #8 of 10 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #67 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #68 of 134 |
Earnings for Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences Graduates from University of Iowa
Graduates of University of Iowa’s Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $85,649 |
| 2 years | $112,215 |
| 3 years | $121,442 |
| 4 years | $128,012 |
| 5 years | $139,178 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences graduates from University of Iowa report median earnings of $128,012, compared with $69,768 for all University of Iowa graduates — about 83% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences graduates at University of Iowa, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences graduates at University of Iowa are 72% women (89) and 28% men (35).
Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences Master’s Program at University of Iowa
Of the 2 master’s pharmacy/pharmaceutical sciences graduates at University of Iowa, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Iowa.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences Doctoral Program at University of Iowa
Among the 13 doctoral pharmacy/pharmaceutical sciences graduates at University of Iowa, 69% were women (9) and 31% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences doctoral degree recipients at University of Iowa.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 8% of Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences doctoral degree recipients at University of Iowa, below the national average of 24%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences Concentrations at University of Iowa
This Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences program at University of Iowa includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy | 109 |
| Pharmaceutics & Drug Design | 9 |
| Medicinal & Pharmaceutical Chemistry | 3 |
| Pharmaceutical Economics | 3 |
Top-Paying Careers for Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences program at University of Iowa go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Biofuels Production Managers | $164,096 |
| Geothermal Production Managers | $160,381 |
| Biomass Power Plant Managers | $146,025 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $129,557 |
| Industrial Production Managers | $126,666 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.