Good afternoon,
I hope you’re having a great day! I’m thrilled to share an exciting opportunity that I believe would be a wonderful fit for your students. I would truly appreciate your help in spreading the word to eligible students within your department.
Howard University College of Pharmacy Center of Excellence is pleased to announce the 2026 Pre-Pharmacy Student Training & Education Pipeline 2 Program (PHARM STEP 2). A FREE, immersive, three-week summer program designed to academically challenge and prepare students for success in pharmacy school. The program will be held on-site at Howard University, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, May 18–June 5, 2026. Please note, active participants will receive a stipend.
PHARM STEP 2 is specifically designed for rising juniors and seniors from racial and ethnic groups underrepresented in the health professions and students from low-income or underserved backgrounds who have a strong interest in pursuing pharmacy as a career. Students will benefit from academic enrichment, professional development, and mentorship from experienced clinical pharmacy and industry professionals.
Eligibility Requirements include:
U.S. citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident
Rising junior or senior
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Completion of or current enrollment in Organic Chemistry I
Strong interest in pharmacy and professional mentorship
Submission of three letters of recommendation, transcript, and résumé
Application Timeline:
Applications opened: January 1
Application deadline: February 1
Interviews: February 23–27
Notifications: March 26
Students can apply using the following link:
https://tinyurl.com/26pharmstep2
We would greatly appreciate your assistance in sharing this opportunity with students who may benefit from this program. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or for additional information.
Thank you for your continued commitment to supporting student success and the future of the pharmacy profession.
Center of Excellence | Howard University College of Pharmacy
Regards,



