The University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy Doctor of Pharmacy program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, 190 South LaSalle Street, Suite 3000, Chicago, IL 60603, 312/664-3575; FAX 866/228-2631, website www.acpe-accredit.org

ACPE was established in 1932 to accredit pre-service education, and in 1975, its scope of activity was broadened to include accrediting providers of continuing pharmacy education.

ACPE is the sole accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education to accredit professional degree programs in pharmacy.

The University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy is fully accredited for an eight-year cycle through June 30, 2032.

ACPE is also responsible for accrediting the programs offered through the College’s Office of Continuing Education.

Quality Indicators

• 95% of Students Graduated On-Time (2024)
• #1 PGY1 Match Rate in Northeast
• #3 PGY2 Match Rate in the U.S.
• 84% PGY1 Match Rate in 2025 (74% national average)
• 94% PGY2 Match Rate in 2025 (86% national average)
• 84% 2024 NAPLEX Pass Rate (78% national average)