Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences at University of Kentucky
If you are interested in studying Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences, consider the program at University of Kentucky. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Kentucky sits in Lexington, KY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 147 pharmacy/pharmaceutical sciences graduations were recorded at University of Kentucky.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Kentucky
Online coursework is an option at University of Kentucky. Among 34,709 students, 5,063 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 13,126 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences Rankings at University of Kentucky
Rankings can help you compare University of Kentucky’s Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #11 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #12 of 37 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #39 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #58 of 134 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #11 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #12 of 37 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #39 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #58 of 134 |
Earnings for Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences Graduates from University of Kentucky
Those who finish University of Kentucky’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 | $81,971 |
| 2 years | $114,730 |
| 3 years | $122,422 |
| 4 years | $126,992 |
| 5 years | $135,815 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences graduates from University of Kentucky earn a median of $126,992, compared with $61,112 for all University of Kentucky graduates — about 108% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences graduates at University of Kentucky, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences graduates at University of Kentucky are 69% women (102) and 31% men (45).
Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences Master’s Program at University of Kentucky
Among the 10 master’s pharmacy/pharmaceutical sciences graduates at University of Kentucky, 80% were women (8) and 20% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Kentucky.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 50% of Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Kentucky, above the national average of 23%.*
Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences Doctoral Program at University of Kentucky
Among the 3 doctoral pharmacy/pharmaceutical sciences graduates at University of Kentucky, 67% were women (2) and 33% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences doctoral degree recipients at University of Kentucky.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 33% of Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences doctoral degree recipients at University of Kentucky, higher than 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 Kentucky
This Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences program at University of Kentucky breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy | 134 |
| Pharmaceutics & Drug Design | 13 |
Top-Paying Careers for Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences program at University of Kentucky go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid 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.
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